NSCF Certified Personal Trainer Practice Exam

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What is the predicted maximal heart rate of a 50-year-old male client?

180 beats/min
170 beats/min
160 beats/min
150 beats/min

The correct answer is: 170 beats/min

The predicted maximal heart rate can be calculated using the formula: 220 minus the individual's age. For a 50-year-old male, that would be calculated as follows: 220 - 50 = 170 beats per minute. This formula is widely accepted for estimating maximal heart rate and serves as a guideline for exercise intensity. Knowing an individual’s predicted maximal heart rate is essential for personal trainers in creating effective exercise programs that are safe and tailored to clients' fitness levels. In this case, since the calculation yields a maximal heart rate of 170 beats/min, this aligns directly with the choice that was identified. This value provides a benchmark that trainers can use to determine appropriate training zones for cardiovascular exercise. Other options, while they may represent different age-related estimates, do not correctly apply the formula for this specific age group.