Polar FT4 and heart rate zone

sjokkebollefeita

Hi there,

I just purchased the Polar FT4, and I have a few questions about how to use it to make the most of my exercise.

* Do I have to find my own heart rate zone, or can I trust the numbers that are in it from typing my personal details?

* Is it easier to have it set on where it shows the % of max pulse, or beats per minute?

* How do I know if I am exercising effective enough? The whole point of getting the monitor was to get an indication of my training, but that doesn´t much when I don´t know what to aim for.. lol

Any tips regarding this topic is much appreciated

My goal is to lose weight, at least 20 kg (44 lbs), and of course get in better shape.

I am female, 80 kg (176 lbs), 157 cm tall (5"2) and 26 years old if that information is useful for any information you can give me