New Heart Rate Info for Women!
Dr. Gulati from North Western Memorial Hospital in Chicago believes previous formulas used to find heart-rate information were taken from studies based on men. Dr. Gulati, a cardiologist, believes that due to smaller organs and muscles, the blood flow needed by a woman may be less than that of a man. Interesting! Here is her suggested formula: 206 – 88% of age. I’ve been trying it and (without revealing my age) it is really challenging!!
Coming up, reports on the progress bride-to-be! And, man I have to start my log/goal again – started today (will keep you posted. Timeline is from Sept 20 to Oct 20/10). Also, great ways to cross-train