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Heart Rate Calculations
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BPM, whereas highly trained runners may have readings of 40 BPM or lower.
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cular system. Physical conditions vary, therefore your individual HRZ could be several beats higher or lower than what is
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rate in that target zone for over 20 minutes. The longer you maintain your target heart rate, the more fat your body will
burn.
The graph is a brief guideline, describing
the generally suggested target heart rates
based on age. As noted above, your
optimal target rate may be higher or lower.
Consult your physician for your individual
target heart rate zone.
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Note: Be sure to remove the protective cover (if provided) from the Heart Rate Sensor before use.
1. Put on your Bluetooth
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Heart Rate monitor and activate it.
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3. When connected, the Bluetooth
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