Thread: Max HR going up?
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Old 12-31-10 | 06:54 AM
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bikingcajun
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Originally Posted by RippedUp
I've been riding for ~3-4 years and more seriously for one year.
The maximum my HR would go while riding used to be 172-173.

These last 6 weeks, I've increased my riding frequency and noticed that my max has been going up steadily to 179, over the course of the weeks. My performance has also improved consequently.

Is this increase normal? Any similar experience?

Thanks!
RippedUp what's happening is you are becoming more fit. As your ability to produce more energy/power improves your heart and lungs/cardiovascular system is becoming more efficient at uptaking oxygen and circulating blood. In other words not only are your legs becoming stronger enabling you to go faster, longer but your heart is also becoming stronger enabling you to feel better at higher performances. That is what training is all about.

Keep it up!
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