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Thanks for doing the math. I’d say 130-140 would be better than 180 for someone in shape. Most people can’t even hit 180 after their 20s.
by mrfusion 7y ago
Thanks for doing the math. I’d say 130-140 would be better than 180 for someone in shape.
Most people can’t even hit 180 after their 20s.
- hvidgaard 7y agoIt depends on your goals. If you just want to do the 5K as fast as possible, you'll be close to your max heart rate (180). If you're just "leisure" running (aka. you can talk while running) I suppose 140 is reasonable.
- copperx 7y agoNo wonder I dread going to the gym, I find it really strenuous. I'm 37, unfit, and try to hit 180 while running on a treadmill. I was using the same target BPM that I used in college. Thanks! I'll try 160 BPM next time. Running 45 mins should be more doable.