Originally Posted by
bikerjp
I didn't use a formula. I can hit 187 and not pass out so it's not my max. I added 5. Why 5? I have no idea but it seemed reasonable and I have yet to hit it 192 though got closer today. Maybe my max is 195
Your max hr is your max hr, not 5 beats above it. If you hit 190 that's your max. You don't pass out when you reach your max hr.