can I get a HRM for around $50?

Sweetlux

Yes that was my only question. I just recently started running (as in yesterday was my first day) and I was thinking about getting one but I don't want to spend $200!!! $50 sounds reasonable to me.

codexavellum

I recommend the Polar FT4 for like 20 more dollars. It's got everything you need and more

picturesing

Polar FT4.....$89 but I bet you can get it lower if you shop around! I got mine for $69! LOVE IT - will NEVER exercise again without it!

proudian

www.treadmillfactory.ca they have some Polar Watches that are on sale.

copperdave

Got my New Balance Fit model (you wear it like a watch) at Target for $50. Very accurate, too.

Tnrbeaner

I just purchased the Timex Ironman Road Trainer from Amazon for $68 a couple of weeks ago and like it a lot.

Kminor67

try going on ebay or amazon... I got mine for $55.

reesepieces

I got my Polar FT4 for $50 from eBay.

12by311

Yes that was my only question. I just recently started running (as in yesterday was my first day) and I was thinking about getting one but I don't want to spend $200!!! $50 sounds reasonable to me.

A few years ago, I got a pro-form brand on woot.com (LOVE that website). It was 20 bucks and they always have 5 dollar shipping. It works perfect!

Canonoch

I got a bowflex precision and a polar FT4. Got the Bowflex for under 50.00 and the Polar for 60.00. Both from Big 5 on sale with coupons

fitfocusedfamily

The one thing to consider about Polar HRMs is when the battery dies. They require you to mail the HRM back to them to replace the battery. This can certainly cause an inconvenience. Otherwise, Polar are some of the best on the market, but they can be pricey.

JPod279

I think the best HRM is going to have a chest strap so that it is right there on your heart. I did not see one for around $50 that had a chest strap. I bought the Polar FT4 Saturday. I am happy with it so far.

mallorybriann

Try Ebay or Craigslist.
Sports Authority has coupons for $X amount off a purchase in Sundays papers.
My Polar FT4 was about $80, worth it though.
Just look for a chest strap and one that calculates calories burned. Not all do that, especially the cheaper ones.

12by311

Yes that was my only question. I just recently started running (as in yesterday was my first day) and I was thinking about getting one but I don't want to spend $200!!! $50 sounds reasonable to me.

A few years ago, I got a pro-form brand on woot.com (LOVE that website). It was 20 bucks and they always have 5 dollar shipping. It works perfect!

Oh I also meant to mention, mine does have a chest strap. I was actually on mfp boards the day that woot was selling them...because that's how I learned they had the great deal. Everyone on here at that time was buying them up like hot cakes!

milehighcritic

You can get a Timex on Amazon for under 50.00. High rated on Consumer Reports.

Sweetlux

I want the Polar ft40 but it's way more than the ft4 It's so cute!!!! Thank you guys and gals for the help. I am going to keep search for a deal on the ft4. I may just go into big 5 or check out target? Ugh I hate shopping around for anything that isn't shoes.

lunamare

If you type in heart rate monitor on overstock they have a ton.

erinhale

They have one on amazon http://www.amazon.com/Timex-T5G971-Unisex-Personal-Monitor/dp/B000P8VWQS/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1305646510&sr=1-1. Its inexpensve and works great! I have one of these and polar. I tend to wear th timex one much more than my polar

NikkiDerrig386

I highly recomend a polar watch. Try ebay or amizon!

DizsJourney

I recently bought a Sportline Duo 1025 from amazon. It was $45 with free shipping. Normal pricing elsewhere is around $85. It has both the watch & a chest strap. I love it! I ordered it Monday morning & received it on a Thursday. It is waterproof to 50m & you can change the battery yourself. Here is the link if you are interested. They only had a limited amount left, so if you want it, you'll have to move fast.

http://www.amazon.com/Sportline-1025-Womens-Heart-Monitor/dp/B002GGGOOC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=hpc&qid=1306258834&sr=8-1

good luck on your search!

Sweetlux

Well to answer my own question…yes, I can get a HRM for $50 AND a really cute sweater for $67 total I got the Polar FT4 because they had them on sale at Macy’s, so including my gift card, $10 dollar off code and free shipping I made out like a bandit!!! I can’t wait to get it!!!!! And my new sweater )

moylie

Bump. Want one for the wrist only. NO chest strap.

dragonflydi

Got my New Balance Fit model (you wear it like a watch) at Target for $50. Very accurate, too.

This is what I have too and I got mine at Costco for about $38. Works very well for running/walking/elliptical, but I'm not sure as to whether it works accurately for giving me my HR and/or calories burned while lifting/strength training since those don't take 'steps' into consideration ... that was something on my list to research more this weekend ...

What's your take on that with this model??

RNewton4269

I bought mine from Amazon.com for $45 with shipping...Timex brand with chest strap..works for me.

Here is the brand info:

Timex T5G971 Unisex Sports Personal Heart Rate Monitor Watch


It works great for what I want it to do.