At Heart Tech Plus, we want customers to understand how heart rate technology relates to SHAPE America standards and Grade Level Outcomes. See below.

SHAPE America Standards That Address Heart Rate Monitors:

Standard 3: The physically literate individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.

Standard 4: The physically literate individual exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.

Standard 5: The physically literate individual recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.

SHAPE America Grade Level Outcomes That Address Heart Rate Monitors:

S3.M8.8: Uses available technology to self-monitor quantity of exercise needed for a minimal health standard and/or optimal functioning based on current fitness level.

S3.M13: Defines how the RPE scale can be used to adjust workout intensity during physical activity.

S3.M16: Participates in moderate to vigorous aerobic physical activity for at least 60 minutes per day at least 5 times a week.

S3.H10.L1: Calculates target heart rate and applies that information to personal fitness plans.

S4.M1.8: Accepts responsibility for improving one’s own levels of physical activity.

S4.M2.8: Uses effective self-monitoring skills to incorporate opportunities for physical activity outside of school.