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Target Heart Rate Calculator

Target heart rate for a chosen training intensity, with the beats to count in a 10-second pulse check.

Enter values

Results update as you type.

Result

Target heart rate

149 bpm

Max heart rate
186 bpm
10-second pulse count
25 beats
Zone
Aerobic

About the Target Heart Rate Calculator

Target heart rate for a chosen training intensity, with the beats to count in a 10-second pulse check.

Also known as: target hr, training heart rate, fat burning zone, heart rate for exercise.

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter age, resting heart rate, training intensity.
  2. The result updates instantly as you type — press Calculate (or Enter) at any time.
  3. Review the breakdown shown under the main result.
  4. Use Copy result or Share to save the answer or send a link with your inputs.

Formula

Target = rest + intensity × (max HR − rest)

Worked example

Using the values pre-filled in the calculator above:

  • Age = 32
  • Resting heart rate = 62 bpm
  • Training intensity = 70 %

the calculator returns:

  • Target heart rate: 149 bpm
  • Max heart rate: 186 bpm
  • 10-second pulse count: 25 beats
  • Zone: Aerobic