target HR with HIIT workout?

aleggett321
aleggett321 Posts: 186 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Hi you HITTers! I am new to this method of working out and could use some specifics. What would you suggest as a target heart rate during the sprints? Currently I am at about 90% of my max HR based on age. I drop to about 75 to 80% in between. This is using a Polar monitor with chest strap. 40 seconds all out, 80 seconds lower difficulty. Am I heading in the right direction? I am a numbers person and feel more comfortable with that rather than perceived exertion. Thanks

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  • Alehmer
    Alehmer Posts: 433 Member
    Don't even think about heart rate with HIIT. You go as hard as you possibly can, for as long as you possibly can, AND THAT IS IT. It's simple and wonderful and painful and effective.

    All there is is 100%.
  • lina011
    lina011 Posts: 427 Member
    yeh i agreee with post above.... Do it till it hurts lol nah just enough to feel it
  • aleggett321
    aleggett321 Posts: 186 Member
    Well after about the 7th cycle I was dripping sweat and gasping like a trout so I guess I'm doing it right! Thanks.

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