This target heart rate reference table shows the maximum heart rate for a range of age values. Every figure is computed with the same engine that powers our Target Heart Rate Calculator, so the numbers are exact.
| Age | Maximum heart rate | Moderate zone – lower (50%) | Moderate zone – upper (70%) | Vigorous zone – upper (85%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.5 years | 213 | 106 | 149 | 181 |
| 15 years | 205 | 103 | 144 | 174 |
| 23 years | 197 | 99 | 138 | 167 |
| 30 years | 190 | 95 | 133 | 162 |
| 45 years | 175 | 88 | 123 | 149 |
| 60 years | 160 | 80 | 112 | 136 |
| 90 years | 130 | 65 | 91 | 111 |
| 120 years | 100 | 50 | 70 | 85 |
How to use this table
Find the row closest to your age and read across to the maximum heart rate. For a value between two rows, the real figure sits between them — or enter your exact numbers in the Target Heart Rate Calculator for a precise answer.
Need a value that is not in the table? — the Target Heart Rate Calculator does it instantly, for free, with the formula and a worked example built in.
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