Last updated: 3 August 2026
Reviewed by Jordan Makin, FA Level 2 Football Coach
Estimated max heart rate
Tanaka estimate
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Frequently asked questions
Can my max HR be higher than 220−age?
Yes. Individual max HR varies by ±10–12 bpm from any formula. The only reliable way to know yours is a supervised max effort test.