If youre totally over the leaderboard, then Pelotons latest metric might be perfect for you.

But what is a good Peloton Strive Score?

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then theStrive ScorePelotons latest metricmight be perfect for you.

But what is agoodPeloton Strive Score, and what should you be aiming for?

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Lets get into it.

How do you get a Strive Score?

(Currently, its only available for people with All-Access membership.)

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Peloton followsCDC guidelines for target heart rate.

Target heart rate is [the number] 220, minus your age, Dr. Haythe says.

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Using this equation, a 30-year-olds max target heart rate would be 190 beats per minute.

Howeverand this is a big however!dont hang out at that number for too long.

This does not mean you should exercise at that top heart rate for extended periods, warns Dr. Haythe.

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What should your Strive Score Be?

In terms of how intensely you should be exercising, this may come down to your heart health.

So how does this translate to a Strive Score?

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