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SPEAKER: Everyone knows exercise
is good for your health.
But how do you know if you're
getting the most out
of your workout?
An easy way to find out
is by knowing your target heart
rate.
A normal resting heart rate
is usually between 60 and 100
beats per minute.
For healthy people, your target
heart rate is where your heart
and lungs will get the biggest
advantage
during an aerobic workout.
For moderate
to vigorous exercise,
your target heart rate should be
between 50% and 85%
of your maximum heart rate.
To find your max heart rate,
subtract your age from 220.
Keeping track of your heart rate
while you work out can also help
make sure you're exercising
safely.
If your heart rate goes
above your target range,
you might be pushing yourself
too hard and need to slow down.
Before you start a new fitness
plan, talk to your doctor,
especially if you have
any medical issues, including
heart problems or high blood
pressure.
To find your target heart rate,
you can do the math
or use an online calculator.
Then take your pulse
during your workout to track
your heart rate, or you may have
a digital fitness tracker that
does it for you.
So get moving
and get in your zone.