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I take a beta blocker. when trying to exercise, how do i calculate my maximal heart rate?

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Max hr: Doesn't change (220-age in bpm) but ability to achieve may be limited depending upon how much beta blocker.

Answered 5/11/2015

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