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Heart Rate Zones

Calculate your heart rate training zones using Max HR or Karvonen formula.

Zones (% of Max HR)
%BPMLabel
100%180 bpm
95%171 bpm
90%162 bpm
85%153 bpm~ VT2 (Anaerobic)
80%144 bpm
75%135 bpm
70%126 bpm
65%117 bpm~ VT1 (Aerobic)
60%108 bpm
55%99 bpm
50%90 bpm
45%81 bpm
40%72 bpm
35%63 bpm
30%54 bpm
25%45 bpm
20%36 bpm

About Heart Rate Zones

This tool helps you define your training zones based on your Maximum Heart Rate (HRmax). Training in specific zones allows you to target different physiological adaptations.

  • ~ 65% (VT1 - Aerobic Threshold): The intensity where lactate begins to accumulate but can still be cleared effectively. Allows for long-duration effort.
  • ~ 85% (VT2 - Anaerobic Threshold): The intensity closely related to your critical speed. Efforts above this threshold are sustainable for much shorter durations.
  • If you provide your Resting Heart Rate, the tool uses the Karvonen Formula (Heart Rate Reserve), which is generally considered more accurate as it takes your fitness level into account.