How to use the Target Heart Rate Calculator
Estimate target heart rate from age, tested maximum heart rate, resting heart rate with the Target Heart Rate Calculator. It includes Estimated Max Heart Rate, Tested Max Heart Rate workflows, so choose the one that matches the values you actually know. Use it to understand an educational estimate and the inputs behind it, not as a diagnosis or treatment decision.
Step by step
- For the Target Heart Rate, enter age, tested maximum heart rate, resting heart rate, maximum heart rate formula, intensity method. Keep each value in the unit displayed beside its field.
- Review the selected Target Heart Rate workflow and inputs, then read target heart rate in the result panel.
- Change one Target Heart Rate assumption at a time to compare scenarios. Use Reset to restore this tool's worked example values.
How the calculation works
Selectable maximum-heart-rate equations with percent-max or Karvonen heart-rate-reserve targets.
Worked example
In the Target Heart Rate worked example, age 35 years, tested maximum heart rate 185 bpm, resting heart rate 60 bpm, maximum heart rate formula Haskell-Fox produces target heart rate of 130 bpm. Percent of maximum heart rate at 70%. Review the displayed units before comparing the result.
Understanding the result
The Target Heart Rate reports target heart rate. Use it to understand an educational estimate and the inputs behind it, not as a diagnosis or treatment decision. Educational estimate only; it cannot diagnose a condition or replace advice from a qualified health professional.
How to check the answer
Check the Target Heart Rate estimate by confirming the units and supported ranges for age, tested maximum heart rate, resting heart rate. Compare target heart rate with another published method or direct measurement when available, and ask a clinician before using it for a health decision.
Common questions
What does the Target Heart Rate calculate?
Estimate target heart rate from age, tested maximum heart rate, resting heart rate with the Target Heart Rate Calculator.
Which Target Heart Rate inputs have the biggest effect?
target heart rate responds directly to age, tested maximum heart rate, resting heart rate, maximum heart rate formula, intensity method. Change one input while holding the others constant to see its effect.
Is the Target Heart Rate result exact?
Educational estimate only; it cannot diagnose a condition or replace advice from a qualified health professional. Recheck age, tested maximum heart rate, resting heart rate and use target heart rate only for a decision where that level of precision is appropriate.