Max Heart Rate: Females, Age 40-49
Maximum heart rate (HRmax) is the highest heart rate an individual can achieve during maximal physical exertion. It is primarily determined by age and is independent of fitness level or sex. HRmax is used to calculate target heart rate zones for exercise prescription and as a criterion for maximal exertion during exercise testing.
Max Heart Rate Cardiovascular Females 40-49
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Percentile Distribution (bpm)
| Percentile | Value (bpm) | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 5th | 160 | Poor |
| 25th | 170 | Below average |
| 50th | 177 | Average |
| 75th | 184 | Above average |
| 95th | 194 | Excellent |
What these numbers mean for females aged 40-49
A score around 177 bpm is typical (50th percentile) for females in this age group. Scores above about 184 bpm fall near the 75th percentile or higher, indicating above-average performance. Scores below about 170 bpm fall near the 25th percentile, about 75% of the reference population scored higher.
Percentiles show how common a value is, not whether it is healthy.