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What is Karvonen formula?

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Karvonen formula

The Karvonen formula sets heart-rate training zones using both your maximum heart rate and your resting heart rate.

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In plain words

The formula: target heart rate equals (max heart rate minus resting heart rate) times the intensity percent, plus resting heart rate.

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Why it matters

The heart-rate zone calculator uses Karvonen so your cardio targets fit your current fitness.

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The Karvonen formula sets heart-rate training zones using both your maximum heart rate and your resting heart rate.

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