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The Gulati formula is a gender-specific equation developed to estimate maximum heart rate (MHR) in women. Unlike the traditional 220-age formula, the Gulati formula (206 - 0.88 × age) provides a more accurate prediction for female populations.
The calculator uses the Gulati formula:
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Explanation: This formula was specifically derived from a large cohort of women and provides more accurate maximum heart rate estimates for female populations compared to traditional formulas.
Details: Knowing your maximum heart rate is essential for designing effective exercise programs, determining appropriate exercise intensity levels, and establishing heart rate training zones for cardiovascular fitness.
Tips: Enter your current age in years. The value must be valid (age between 1-120 years). This calculator is specifically designed for female users.
Q1: Why use a different formula for women?
A: Research has shown that women typically have higher maximum heart rates than men of the same age, necessitating gender-specific formulas for accurate estimation.
Q2: How accurate is the Gulati formula?
A: The Gulati formula was developed from exercise stress testing data of over 5,000 women and has been validated as more accurate for female populations than the traditional 220-age formula.
Q3: What are typical maximum heart rate ranges?
A: Maximum heart rate typically decreases with age. For women, average MHR ranges from about 200 bpm at age 20 to 170 bpm at age 40, and 150 bpm at age 60.
Q4: When should I use this calculation?
A: Use this calculation for designing exercise programs, determining target heart rate zones, and monitoring exercise intensity during cardiovascular training.
Q5: Are there limitations to this formula?
A: Like all predictive formulas, individual variations exist. Factors such as fitness level, genetics, and medications can affect actual maximum heart rate.