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Exercise In Your
Ideal Fat Burning Zone

By Marisa Ramsier
www.fitfiance.com

To burn the most energy during your workout you need to reach about 70-80% of your maximum heart rate training zone. In this range you will be sweating to the music on your head phones while you are on you way to a fit you! There are three ways to measure your heart rate while exercising:  

1. Stop your exercise, hold your index finger to the pulse in your neck and count the beats per minute.
2. Measure your pulse rate using a cardio machine – beware the readings may not always be accurate.
3. Use a heart rate monitor. This consists of a chest strap that gets your pulse and then a wrist band where it gives you a reading. Most wrist bands are also watches, timers, alarms and more. Very easy for when you are in the middle of a workout. They start at around $35 for very basic and go up in price from there.  

No matter which way you choose to check your pulse, once you have it use the chart below to see where you fit in. This allows you to see where you should be based on your health and your age. Most times few people will be in the necessary condition to train at the “athletic” training rate, most will fall within the “recommended” training rate. If you are beginning an exercise program or do not have clearance from your doctor to workout you should begin in the 65% range.  

Recommended Heart Rate During Exercise: