Need HRM advice...

PlantBasedGrace
PlantBasedGrace Posts: 64 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
So I know this question has been asked to death but I wanted real people's opinions. I'm looking for an HRM that actually works (I bought the Polar H7 and after 3 uses it completely stopped working even with a battery change). I can't do anything very expensive, but I also only want something that works at a basic level, so heart rate and calories and time basically. Any suggestions?

Also, which do you prefer/think is better/more accurate? Wristwatch-type or chest band?

And I know HRMs are not the perfect way to count how many calories are lost, but I like at least knowing a number range I can work with.

Thanks in advance!

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  • jonchew
    jonchew Posts: 239 Member
    If you run with a phone (for music or GPS), then I'd recommend using it as your heart rate monitor. You certainly want a HRM with a chest strap, they just seem to work better. I use my phone & a Zephyr HxM HRM, which connects to your phone via Bluetooth. There are a variety of apps that will allow you to track your progress.
  • CherylP67
    CherylP67 Posts: 772 Member
    Have you contacted the company that manufactured your HRM? It seems like it is defective.
  • PlantBasedGrace
    PlantBasedGrace Posts: 64 Member
    Have you contacted the company that manufactured your HRM? It seems like it is defective.

    I did, or at least tried to. Couldn't get into contact with them. So I'm sending it back to amazon and getting a refund.

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