Max Heart Rate: Age Trend
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The Tanaka point estimate falls from 195 bpm at representative age 19 to 151 bpm at age 81; these are equation points, not empirical age-band medians.
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Max Heart Rate Median Values
| Age | Male (bpm) | Female (bpm) |
|---|---|---|
| 18-19 | 195 | 195 |
| 20-29 | 191 | 191 |
| 30-39 | 184 | 184 |
| 40-49 | 177 | 177 |
| 50-59 | 170 | 170 |
| 60-69 | 163 | 163 |
| 70-79 | 156 | 156 |
| 80-81 | 151 | 151 |