How to find your maximum heart rate

You can estimate your maximum heart rate with the following equation:

220 – your age = your estimated maximum heart rate

Example:

Don is 40 years old
His maximum heart rate is 180 beats per minute (bpm)

Here’s the math:

220 – 40 = 180 bpm

This calculation provides an estimate of your maximum heart rate and may vary by up to 10-12 beats per minute. Don’s maximum heart rate may actually be anywhere from 168 beats per minute – 192 beats per minute.

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