Target Heart Rate and Cardio Monitoring for Safe Workouts

Maintaining a healthy resting heart rate is a key indicator of cardiovascular health, especially during high-intensity HIIT or IVF. Learn how to lower your heart rate while running and evaluate the accuracy of calories burned on heart rate monitors.

How to Fix a Polar Heart Rate Monitor

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Sarka-Jonae Miller

Polar is one of the most well-known and popular brands of heart rate monitors. Professionals at the American Heart Association and the National Academy of Sports Medicine recommend exercising in a target heart rate zone for safe and effective cardio workouts.

The Heart Rate for an 82-Year-Old Woman When Exercising

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Sarka-Jonae Miller

Women in their 80s need to exercise despite false ideas that seniors should be inactive. An 82-year-old women should concentrate on four types of exercise: stretching, balance exercises, strength training and endurance-building activities. It is during endurance-building activities that heart rate becomes important.

Sarka-Jonae Miller has been a freelance writer and editor since 2003. She was a personal trainer for four years with certifications from AFAA and NASM. Miller also worked at 24 Hour Fitness, LA Fitness and as a mobile trainer. Her career in the fitness industry begin in 2000 as a martial arts, yoga and group exercise instructor. She graduated cum laude from Syracuse University.