Subject: RE: triOK's Group - CLOSEDJust butting in here as a friend.
The 220- your age thing is the average of millions of people. You own individual heart rate max might be up to 30 beats per minute higher or lower than the 220 - your age. Plus women's heart rates tend to be a little faster than mens.
The test that Robyn told you about is a great way to find your max heart rate.
Once you have that you can use the heart rate charts here on BT to get your zone training rates. Its under the Training tab.
Also be aware, that your max heart rate and Lactate threshold rates are different for each sport. Your heart rate will be higher running than for biking and lower still for swimming. I think its because the bike and water partially support your body weight, while running doesnt have that support.
If you google motionbased.com they take your data straight from the Garmin and give you elevation info based on the US Geological Survey compared to your satellite way points |