Using Accessories

 

 

 

 

Zone

% of Max.

Perceived Exertion

Benefits

 

Heart Rate

 

 

1

50–60%

Relaxed, easy pace;

Beginning-level aerobic

 

 

rhythmic breathing

training; reduces stress

2

60–70%

Comfortable pace;

Basic cardiovascular training;

 

 

slightly deeper breathing,

good recovery pace

 

 

conversation possible

 

3

70–80%

Moderate pace; more

Improved aerobic capacity;

 

 

difficult to hold conversation

optimal cardiovascular training

4

80–90%

Fast pace and a bit

Improved anaerobic capacity

 

 

uncomfortable; breathing

and threshold; improved speed

 

 

forceful

 

5

90–100%

Sprinting pace,

Anaerobic and muscular

 

 

unsustainable for long

endurance; increased power

 

 

period of time; labored

 

 

 

breathing

 

minute. The five commonly accepted heart rate zones are numbered from 1–5 according to increasing intensity. Generally, heart rate zones are calculated based on percentages of your maximum heart rate.

How Do Heart Rate Zones Affect Your Fitness Goals? Knowing your heart rate zones can help you measure and improve your fitness by understanding and applying these principles:

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