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HEART RATE LIMITS / ALERT
TARGET ACTIVITY
TARGET
ACTIVITY
MHR % DESCRIPTION
WALK 65 - 78%
Health Maintenance: Low
intensity training level. Good for
those who want to strengthen
their cardiovascular systems
JOG 65 - 85%
Aerobic Exercise: Increases
strength and endurance. Works
within body’s oxygen intake
capability, burns more calories,
can be maintained for a long
period of time
RUN 78 - 90%
Anaerobic: Generates speed and
power. Works at or above body’s
oxygen intake capability,
builds muscle, and cannot be
maintained for a long period of
time
MAXIMUM / LOWER / UPPER HEART RATE
Before you begin any exercise program and to achieve maximum
health benefi ts from your workout, it is important to know your:
• Maximum heart rate (MHR)
• Lower heart rate limit
• Upper heart rate limit
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