The most effi cient procedure to burn fat during exercise is to start at a slow pace and gradually increase your
intensity until your heart rate reaches between 60 – 85% of your maximum heart rate. Continue at that pace,
keeping your heart rate in that target zone for over 20 minutes. The longer you maintain your target heart rate, the
more fat your body will burn.
250
196
200
167
150
118
100
50
0
20-24
Maximum Heart Rate
Target Heart Rate Zone
(keep within this range
for optimum fat-burning)
The graph is a brief guideline, describing the generally suggested target heart rates based on age. As noted
above, your optimal target rate may be higher or lower. Consult your physician for your individual target heart rate
zone.
Note: As with all exercises and fitness regimens, always use your best judgment when you increase your
exercise time or intensity.
FAT-BURNING TARGET HEART RATE
Fat-Burning Target Heart Rate
191
186
181
176
162
158
154
150
115
112
109
106
25-29
30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69
Age
Specifications and Features
171
166
161
156
145
141
137
133
103
100
97
94
151
146
128
126
91
88
70+
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