Monitoring Exercise Intensity

Question 1

What are the key methods for monitoring intensity

Answer 1

Talk test
Rating of perceived exertion
Heart rate monitor

Question 2

What does the original rp scale run from

Answer 2

6-20

Reflects the heart rate ranging 60-200 bpm

Question 3

What does the modify cr10 scale runs from

Answer 3

0-10

More user friendly approach

Question 4

How to calculate maximum heart rate

Answer 4

220 beats per minute -age =maximal heart rate

Question 5

What is the maximum heart rate for moderate intensity

Answer 5

50-65% of mhr

Question 6

What is the maximum heart rate for vigorous activity

Answer 6

65-90 %

Question 7

What should the target heart rate be for imporoving cardio fitness

Answer 7

50- 90 percent of there max heart rate