Max Heart Rate Calculator

Estimate your maximum heart rate from age.

Max HR (220 − age) (bpm) 190

Max HR (Tanaka) (bpm) 187

Formula: 220 − age ; Tanaka: 208 − 0.7 × age

Step-by-step with your numbers:

1. Values used:

2. Age = 30 years

4. Max HR (220 − age) = 190bpm

5. Max HR (Tanaka) = 187bpm

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Estimate the upper limit of your heart rate during exercise.

The math behind it

Classic: 220 − age. The Tanaka formula (208 − 0.7 × age) is more accurate for older adults.

Age 30 → 190 bpm (Tanaka 187).

Is this exact?

No — it's an estimate; true max varies by individual.