HRM what do you use and why?
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I use a Mio Alpha wristwatch HRM (I don’t like messing with the chest strap), linked through Bluetooth to the Digifit app. I have been happy with it so far (it was a Christmas present so I haven’t had it long).
I use it for all exercise, even non-steady state. It is less reliable for things like strength training, but it does give me roughly the same calories per minute burn rate as tables I’ve found online, so it is as good a method as any for figuring out my calorie burn.0 -
Hi!
I use the Polar H7, because it connects to my iPhone via Bluetooth to:
1. My Runtastic app, which then feeds into MFP automatically
2. My Polar Beat app (free on the app store and fun to connect with on the Polar Flow website)
It also hooks up with my Polar Loop :-) and I don't need a super duper Polar wristwatch :-)
Hope that helps. If not, just yell.0 -
I have both a FitBit One for daily activity and a Polar FT4 for cardio. Most of my cardio is indoors - swimming, stationary bike, etc so I didn't need one with a GPS. When I do walk outside I use MapMyWalk on my phone. It uses the phone GPS to map where I'm going and calculate pace, etc.
My MFP activity level is set to sedentary because I have a desk job. However I'm making an effort to be more active by taking the stairs, parking further away, etc. The FitBit tracks that extra activity, and when appropriate gives me extra calories in MFP.
I have found the MFP calorie burns for cardio to be much higher than either the FitBit (for walking) or the HRM. The HRM still may not be perfect, but I think it is closer than the default MFP numbers. I use the HRM for activities like biking or swimming where the FitBit isn't any good.0 -
Forgot the why: Phone because I have it with me anyway and doesn't cost anything extra.
I have a phone which does ant+, but you can always get a bluetooth or bluetooth lite heart rate strap for other phones.
Motoactv - because it was the most comprehensive device I could find.
It works as a pedometer, so also does running cadence without a foot pod. Presents you with a total burnt calories at the end of the day including *everything* and so on.0 -
For the Polar FT4, do you need to wear the watch, or is all of the biometric sensing done by the chest strap?
I am looking to get a monitor, but I want to use it for my boxing workouts, and fear the watch will be too uncomfortable under the boxing glove.
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I don't use my polar anymore, I know from the mileage now. I don't log weight training. I do use map my run for mileage .0
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For the Polar FT4, do you need to wear the watch, or is all of the biometric sensing done by the chest strap?
I am looking to get a monitor, but I want to use it for my boxing workouts, and fear the watch will be too uncomfortable under the boxing glove.
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clip it to your belt0 -
clip it to your belt
Which would be something I would do if none of the biometrics sensing is done through the watch. That was my question.0 -
I bought the Polar H7 because it links to my iPhone and using an app will sync with MFP after each workout so I don't have to log anything.
Same but I use mine with my Galaxy S3. It's fantastic.0 -
Polar FT40.. initially got it because of the colour but after having it for a year (and having a chance to use the Polar FT4), I definitely prefer it. The features on the watch meet my needs. I could careless about how much I'm burning daily and just want to know approx how much I'm burning during cardio.0
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I use a Mio Alpha wristwatch HRM (I don’t like messing with the chest strap), linked through Bluetooth to the Digifit app. I have been happy with it so far (it was a Christmas present so I haven’t had it long).
I use it for all exercise, even non-steady state. It is less reliable for things like strength training, but it does give me roughly the same calories per minute burn rate as tables I’ve found online, so it is as good a method as any for figuring out my calorie burn.
Hubby had bought a Mio and confirmed through testing that it was accurate, and I was thrilled with the idea not dealing with a chest strap, so he bought me one.
But I saw the launch of the new Galaxy Gear Fit, and I'm now drooling for one of those!!
Edit: Digifit is an awesome app too!!0
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