TARGET HEART RATE
The first step in knowing the right intensity for your training is to find out your maximum heart rate
(max HR = 211 – (0.64 × Age). The age-based method provides an average statistical prediction of
your max HR and is a good method for the majority of people, especially those new to heart rate
training. The most precise and accurate way of determining your individual max HR is to have it
clinically tested by a cardiologist or exercise physiologist through the use of a maximal stress test.
If you are over the age of 40, overweight, have been sedentary for several years or have a history of
heart disease in your family, clinical testing is recommended.
This chart gives examples of the heart rate range for a 30-year-old exercising at 5 different heart rate
zones. For example, a 30-year-old's max HR is 211 – (0.64 x 30) = 192 BPM and 90% max HR is 192 ×
0.9 = 173 BPM.
USING THE HEART RATE FUNCTION
The heart rate function on this product is not a medical device. While heart rate grips can provide a relative estimation of your actual heart rate, they should not be relied on when accurate
readings are necessary. Some people, including those in a cardiac rehab program, may benefit from using an alternate heart rate monitoring system like a chest or wrist strap. Various
factors, including movement of the user, may affect the accuracy of your heart rate reading. The heart rate reading is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in
general. Please consult your physician.
Place the palm of your hands directly on the grip pulse handlebars. Both hands must grip the bars for your heart rate to register. It takes 5 consecutive heart beats (15-20 seconds) for your
heart rate to register. When gripping the pulse handlebars, do not grip tightly. Holding the grips tightly may elevate your blood pressure. Keep a loose, cupping hold. You may experience an
erratic readout if consistently holding the grip pulse handlebars. Make sure to clean the pulse sensors to ensure proper contact can be maintained.
WARNING!
Heart rate monitoring systems may be inaccurate. Over exercising may result in serious injury or death. If you feel faint, stop exercising immediately.
Console
Supported Heart Rate Protocols
XER
Bluetooth
XIR
Bluetooth
XUR
Bluetooth
Workout
Example THR
Target Heart Rate Zone
Duration
Zone (age 30)
VERY HARD
< 5
173 – 192 BPM
min
90 – 100%
HARD
2 – 10
154 – 173 BPM
min
80 – 90%
MODERATE
10 – 40
134 – 154 BPM
min
70 – 80%
LIGHT
40 – 80
115 – 134 BPM
min
60 – 70%
VERY LIGHT
20 – 40
96 – 115 BPM
min
50 – 60%
Your
Recommended For
THR Zone
Fit persons and for athletic
training
Shorter workouts
Moderately long workouts
Longer and frequently repeated
shorter exercises
Weight management and
active recovery
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