How come my anaerobic heart rate recovery is slower than my aerobic heart recovery?
Anaerobic training develops the lactic acid system; aerobic training develops the cardiovascular system. Your target heart rate is higher during anaerobic training, so it takes a little longer to recover. Your target heart rate during aerobic training is 70-80% of your maximum. This latter number depends on your age and fitness level. Click on the second link below to determine your maximum heart beat rate. Anaerobic training stresses the removal of lactic acid from the muscles you are working. Glycogen stored in the muscles is the main source of energy. Perhaps you should focus on stored glycogen to alleviate some of the pressure on your heart. The best way to increase stored glycogen is by loading up on carbohydrates before you work out. Allow at least an hour — preferably two — between eating a meal and working out. Remember that the most important muscle in your body isn’t your biceps, triceps or glutes. It’s your heart. If you feel heart pain while lifting weights or doing other
