Health & Fitness

Heart Rate Calculator

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Use this heart rate calculator for a clear health & fitness estimate. Results update instantly in your browser.

What this calculator does

Estimate heart-rate training zones from age and resting heart rate.

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter age, resting heart rate, and intensity.
  2. Review the calculation assumptions before using the result.
  3. Zones describe relative exercise effort.

How to calculate

Estimated maximum heart rate = 220 − age.

Enter the values requested by the heart rate calculator.

Worked example

Use the default values as a worked example, then replace them with your own figures.

Understanding your result

Zones describe relative exercise effort.

  • Medication and health conditions can affect heart rate.
  • Double-check values and units before calculating.

This calculator is educational and is not financial or medical advice.

Frequently asked questions

What does this heart rate calculator do?

Estimate heart-rate training zones from age and resting heart rate.

How do I use this heart rate calculator?

Enter age, resting heart rate, and intensity.

What does the result mean?

Zones describe relative exercise effort.

What should I check before relying on it?

Medication and health conditions can affect heart rate.

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