Heat Pace Calculator

Calculate Heat Pace





Formula

To calculate the Heat Pace (HP):

HP = (D / T) * (1 + H / 100)

Where:

What is a Heat Pace?

A Heat Pace is a term used in sports, particularly in running, to describe the speed at which an athlete runs during hot weather conditions. It is generally slower than the pace at which the same athlete would run in cooler conditions. This is because the body has to work harder to cool itself down in hot weather, which can lead to dehydration and fatigue. Therefore, athletes are advised to adjust their pace to prevent overheating and maintain their performance.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

HP = (10 / 1) * (1 + 30 / 100) = 10 * 1.3 = 13 km/h

The Heat Pace is 13 km/h.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

HP = (5 / 0.5) * (1 + 20 / 100) = 10 * 1.2 = 12 km/h

The Heat Pace is 12 km/h.