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Old 04-12-20 | 04:19 PM
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Bikes: Cervelo R3 Disc, Pinarello Prince/Campy SR; Cervelo R3/Sram Red; Trek 5900/Duraace, Lynskey GR260 Ultegra

I’m 67. The max HR I recorded under controlled conditions on a trainer was 194. But that was a few years ago. My average HR over 60-100 mile rides was typically 140 bpm. During 10 mile time trials where there was a really hard effort for 20+ minutes my HR would be around 170-180. When I established my personal best time it averaged about 180 bpm. My brother’s and my HR tend to be a good bit higher than most, at least when comparing with other riders we’d be riding with.

My HR has been a little lower the last couple of years. I haven’t been doing as many intervals nor riding in faster groups. I may have also lost a little power after a hip replacement so I don’t seem to be able to run it up as high as I used to be able to do.

Based on your numbers I’d say your HR runs a good bit higher than normal. I’ve also seen where a number of factors can affect HR. Rest, stress, dehydration, temperatures you’re riding in and physical conditioning are all factors for me.
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