Acumen Stopwatch manual Aerobic Zone 65- 85%, Anaerobic Zone 85% to Max HR, Monitor Your Progress

Part III

The Aerobic Zone: 65- 85%

This range is recommended for those in good physical condition who have been exercising on a consistent basis for an extended period of time. Exercising at this range helps improve your fitness level and prevent injury caused from over training.

Duration: 20-30 min. per workout. Frequency: At least 3 or 4 times per week.

The Anaerobic Zone: 85% to Max HR

To be used by ultra-athletes only and never recommended without close medical approval or supervision. This range is used only for those in extremely good physical condition during races or training for competition. It is typically used for interval training (or short sprints) to help improve or measure endurance levels.

Monitor Your Progress

Track yourself to determine how your overall health and fitness improves and become aware of your various heart rate levels. As your cardiovascular system improves, your normal resting heart rate will decrease. It will take longer to reach your target zone, it will take less and less time for your heart rate to come back down after working out.

If you ever notice your resting heart rate to be higher than usual, it may be a good idea to take a rest from exercise, or at least workout easier that day, Similarly, if you notice that your heart rate doesnít come back down as quickly as usual at the end of your workout, it could be an indication that your workout was more (or too) strenuous, or that you havenít recovered well enough from a previous extraneous workout or injury. These signals in your heart rate could also be an indication of an illness coming on, stress, or a good reason for a check up with your doctor.

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