So I am 51 years old, and the normal formula 220 minus age says I should be at 169. A few other formulas taking into account resting pulse rate, say 174 or 175 should be my max.
I feel fine now, as rate came back down to 120's in just 20 or so minutes of walking around doing chores during cool down. I have been training fairly regular on aerobics for 19 months now since I went AF and quit smoking. I still cough up a bit of cigarette sludge on these max workouts, but that is a good thing I believe. Getting less and less with the months.
I had a cardiogram last physical in April, and doctor says my heart is very strong for my age. I think I really increased it's power during my early 30's when I was mountain biking 20 and 30 mile rides.
So, I would like to hear from some of the younger or older members who know what their real maximum is. A co-worker who is 6 years younger than me, in much better shape, says his is 191.
Neil
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