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Target Heart Rate
Target heart rate is where cardiovascular training really comes together. It is the ideal range for beats per minute during cardiovascular exercise and often can be determined by your age and fitness level.
| Age (Years) | Target Range Beats/Min. |
|---|---|
| 20 | 100-170 |
| 25 | 98-166 |
| 30 | 95-162 |
| 35 | 93-157 |
| 40 | 90-153 |
| 45 | 88-149 |
| 50 | 85-145 |
| 55 | 83-140 |
| 60 | 80-136 |
| 65 | 78-132 |
| 70 | 75-128 |
Source: American Heart Association <http://www.americanheart.org/>