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workouts in their training program in a very controlled manner, fitness enthusiasts do not
require them at all.
4.13.1. Heart rate zones
Heart rate zones are
defined as percentage ranges based on your maximum heart rate (max
HR).
By default, your max HR is calculated using the standard equation: 220 - your age. If you
know your exact max HR, you should adjust the default value accordingly.
Suunto 9 has default and activity-specific HR zones. The default zones can be used for all
activities, but for more advanced training, you can use
specific HR zones for running and
cycling activities.
Set max HR
Set your maximum HR from the settings under Training » Intensity zones » Default zones.
1. Tap the max HR (highest value, bpm) or press the middle button.
2. Select your new max HR by swiping up or down or by pressing the upper right or lower
right buttons.
3. Tap your selection or press the middle button.
4. To exit the HR zones view, swipe right or keep the middle button pressed.
NOTE: You can also set your maximum HR from the settings under General » Personal.
Set default HR zones
Set your default HR zones from the settings under Training » Intensity zones » Default zones.
1. Scroll up/down and tap or press the middle button when the HR zone you want to change
is highlighted.
2. Select your new HR zone by swiping up or down or by pressing the upper right or lower
right buttons.
3. Tap your selection or press the middle button.
4. To exit the HR zones view, swipe right or keep the middle button pressed.
NOTE: Selecting Reset in the HR zones view will reset the HR zones to the default
value.
Set activity specific HR zones
Set your activity specific HR zones from the settings under Training » Intensity zones »
Advanced zones.
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