Use A Heart Rate Monitor And Take Your Training To The Next Level
by Adam Toffan, M.Sc, NSCA-CSCS, CSEP-CEP Assistant Fitness Testing and Assessment Coordinator Recreation Services University of Manitoba How in tune are you with your exercise intensity, capacity and recovery? Many people feel like they are working hard enough. The fact is that many people inaccurately gauge their exercise intensity and what their bodies are capable of. Could you benefit from a heart rate monitor? Below are some of the benefits of using a heart rate monitor to track your fitness. Improving health with greater results: Heart rate monitors can help you find and maintain the appropriate exercise intensity for health and fitness benefits. The Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines for adults age 18-64 recommend 150 minutes per week of moderate to vigorous activity. Moderate to vigorous intensity is defined as 55-90% of heart rate max. So, while you might be moving enough, you may not be moving with enough intensity to attain health benefits. Measure your e