Target Heart Rate (THR)

Target heart rate varies depending on the activity a person is training for. Generally speaking, training we aim to operate within the following different zones:

The Aerobic Zone – 70% to 80% of maximum heart rate. Training in this zone will develop your cardiovascular system.

The Anaerobic Zone – 80% to 90% of maximum heart rate. Training in this zone will develop your lactic acid system.

The Red Line Zone – 90% to 100% of maximum heart rate. Training in this zone will only be possible for short periods. It effectively trains your fast twitch muscle fibres and helps to develop speed.