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Heart Rate monitor

THINMED
THINMED Posts: 24 Member
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I had just made a purchase of the Polar FT7 heart rate monitor after reading all the posts available on MFP. I am still concerned if this is a worthwhile purchase? Can you all let me know ur comments on how useful this device can be? Thank you for helping me! :)

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  • icimani
    icimani Posts: 1,454 Member
    I was doing some research on line, on the Polar site and here, and decided on the FT7 also, but I haven't purchased it yet - so I'm interested in the replies too!
  • tlspratley
    tlspratley Posts: 24 Member
    I purchased the FT7 a few months ago and now use it regularly. Once programmed, it's easy to use. In fact, I just finished a 40 minute and used the heart rate monitor to calculate my calorie burn. Love it!

    Oops: a 40 minute walk :)
  • gspea
    gspea Posts: 412 Member
    Interested also...
  • Caz104
    Caz104 Posts: 62 Member
    I'm on my second HRM (both Polar) and I LOVE mine. I find it to be very motivating when I'm in the gym and it gives you a more accurate reading of calories burned than guessing or going by the gym equipment.

    I promise that you won't regret your purchase!
  • JLD81
    JLD81 Posts: 133 Member
    Im about to purchase a hrm. I have a friend that has the polar ft4, I believe it is. That is the one I am thinking about getting. The ft7 has some features that I wouldnt use or really need. my friend loves hers because she can tell what she burns at the gym. I want one for this reason and because I am now at a job where I am on my feet going most of the day and want to know how many calories i burn.
  • tmccarter11
    tmccarter11 Posts: 39
    I have a polar FT4 and it is wonderful, espcially for days when I am using the elliptical. There is something about that machine that over estimates your calories by 75-150 almost everytime. Using the HRM has gotten me a more accurate reading of how many calories I am actually burning. Plus, I am a treadmill runner, but was able to go outside a few days ago and run with hills and scenary! All thanks to the HRM and knowing exactly how many calories I was burning. It was definitely worth the price and you picked a good brand IMO.
  • THINMED
    THINMED Posts: 24 Member
    Thank you all for the response. I guess I am going to give the HRM a try and will let you all know how I like it.
    :)
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