Maximum Heart Rate

Arlington Heights Chiropractor explains Maximum heart rat calculation.

A Person's maximum heart rate is based on their age. An Estimate of a person's maximum age related heart rate can be obtained by subtracting the person's age from 220. For example, for a 50 year old person, the estimated maximum heart rate would be calculated as: 220 - 50 = 170 beats per minute. The maximum heart rate is important for measuring whether exercise is classified as moderate-intensity (50% - 70% of maximum) or vigorous-intensity (70% - 85% of maximum).

If you are in doubt see your Doctor before starting an exercise program.