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QOD: do you track the calories you burn when doing strength training via HRM?

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dcresider
dcresider Posts: 1,272 Member
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I stopped by at the fitness forums and the question of the day was whether or not to track strength training calories via HRMs. I currently use my Apple Watch but now I'm thinking I shouldn't even bother since it might be hindering my weight loss. What do you think?

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  • mirrim52
    mirrim52 Posts: 763 Member
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    From what I understand, HRM are really best for steady state cardio, and don't work well for lifting. I don't track, but I use TDEE, so I'm not a good example :P
  • DeadsAndDoritos
    DeadsAndDoritos Posts: 267 Member
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    I have been tracking my exercise calories with HRM for a year. Both for cardio and lifting. It is working for me.
  • giusa
    giusa Posts: 577 Member
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    mirrim52 wrote: »
    From what I understand, HRM are really best for steady state cardio, and don't work well for lifting. I don't track, but I use TDEE, so I'm not a good example :P

    +1 but I'm on a deficit so don't use TDEE, I use TEE.
  • dcresider
    dcresider Posts: 1,272 Member
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    Thanks all. I've made the decision to not add activity for strength training to see if it will make a difference with my weight.

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