More about target heart rate

Target heart rate is 70 percent to 85 percent of your maximum heart rate. Maximum heart rate is the upper limit of what your cardiovascular system can handle during physical activity. Working out within your target heart rate zone can help boost your fitness level. To check your heart rate during exercise:

1. Stop momentarily.
2. Take your pulse for 10 seconds.
3. Multiply this number by 6 to calculate your beats per minute.

Are your beats per minute within your target heart rate zone?

If you're just starting out on an exercise program, keep your heart rate at the lower end of your target heart rate zone and gradually work up to a higher intensity level.