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Heart rate monitor question?

alethea88
alethea88 Posts: 112 Member
edited January 27 in Fitness and Exercise
I have HRM that using touch sensor. According to the manual given, I need to take a pause while working out to take the reading. If my workout is walking, do I need to take a pause during my walk or I can measure the heart rate while walking?

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  • sugaree1202
    sugaree1202 Posts: 184 Member
    I check my heart rate while moving. I think the manufacturer suggests a pause for safety and to cover their *kitten* if someone gets hurt trying to check their heart rate while doing a pull up.
  • alethea88
    alethea88 Posts: 112 Member
    Thank you for the reply :)
  • grimendale
    grimendale Posts: 2,153 Member
    Mine sometimes has trouble getting a reading unless I stop moving, particularly during runs. I tend to use the chest strap for that reason unless I am doing a fairly slow walk. If it will pick up you pulse while you walk, there shouldn't be an issue.
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