HRM question

gwenmf

Okay, so I'm told the best way to get an accurate calorie burn rate, is to use a heart rate monitor..........so I need guidance....which is the best brand, best one, to buy? what do you recommend and why?

juliapurpletoes

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/Azdak/view/the-real-facts-about-hrms-and-calories-what-you-need-to-know-before-purchasing-an-hrm-or-using-one-21472


read this - you'll be glad you did! I have a Polar FT4 and I love it......after reading this article, I wished I had paid $20 more and gotten one with slightly more features. Keeping in mind, HRM's are still not 100% BUT for me they are great, since no database I've ever used is right :bigsmile:

for my money - try the Polar FT 4 or 7. But no matter what get one with a chest strap!

Don't forget to read this MFP blog too!

BrentGetsFit

I use a Polar FT4.

It was the cheapest model that met my basic needs i.e. continuous monitoring vs having to hold still and touch the thing for a few seconds in order to get a reading, calories burnt and a zone alarm (too high or too low).

The strap is elastic vice hard plastic and is washable. The batteries in the watch and the transmitter are user replaceable.

I tried a strapless Sportline for a few weeks but hated it and got the Polar instead.