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I exceeded my maximum heart rate for my age, is this bad?
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No: Maximum heart rate for age is a PREDICTED heart rate and is only a guideline. When I supervise treadmill stress tests, I see people exceed their predicted max everyday. As long as you feel ok (tired and winded, of course!), it's okay.
Answered 1/14/2015
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