fitness watches?

andreasoulcastle

My friend told me about these watches that tell you all kinds of stuff...the main thing I want is an accurate reading of how many calories I burn during a work out.

Anyone know of what brands I should look into? Anyone have any advice or testimonies about their watches?

Thanks for the help,

Andrea

mamaturner

I have a Polar F6, it comes with a chest strap (that's the key for the best accuracy). LOoOoOoOove it! I paid about $120 and use it every day, sometimes up to 3 times a day! Plus the F6 can be worn around other HRM without being affected, and it's waterproof up to 50m. Oh and its pink :bigsmile:

KendalBeee

You are looking for a heart rate monitor ("hrm"). There are a lot of different styles and brands and typically, the more expensive, the more accurate. The most common brand is probably Polar. (Polar F6 seems to be super popular.) But its a good $70 on ebay at the very least.

I have a Precision XT Trainer that I got on ebay for about $20. It comes with a chest strap that monitors my heart rate and transmits the info to the watch. I set my profile on the watch (height, weight, age, activity level) and it tells me exactly how many calories I burn while I work out. It can be finicky sometimes and the watch will not read the signal from the chest strap, but I haven't had that problem often enough for me to worry about it.


There are some hrms that can track your distance and pace while running. Some that are supposedly more accurate than others. If nothing else, make sure you get a hrm that has a chest strap!


But yes, a hrm is a GREAT tool to help in weight loss!

casshole

I have a MIO Drive that I got on amazon for about $50, nearly half than what you pay in stores. it has a watch, calorie burn counter per workout, total calorie burn, timer (including interval timer), and my favorite feature is the 3500 calorie countdown, which tracks all the calories you burn until you hit the 1 pound mark, then you reset it. I LOVELOVELOVE it, and keeps me very motivated! Good luck finding a HRM that best suits you!
~Cassie

RedneckWmn

I bought the Polar F7 on Amazon.com for $99. LOVE IT!!

kam1973

http://www.amazon.com/Timex-Ironman-Trainer-Monitor-Silver/dp/B001GWYAEI/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=watches&qid=1275509116&sr=8-5

This is the watch my coworkers/workout partners got. We LOVE it. It tracks calories great based on your heart rate and weight that you put in. We've had them about 6 weeks and couldn't rave about them enough.

Positively_Me

I bought the Polar F6. I love it!!

atombud

I use the Garmin Forerunner 305, Designed for athletes of all levels, this running partner and personal trainer has one goal in mind - a better you. The Garmin Forerunner 305 continuously monitors your heart rate, speed, distance, pace and calories burned. Track every move with a super-sensitive GPS that works on tree-covered trails and near tall buildings. Customizable screens let you view up to 12 data fields on three data screens for immediate feedback. Gives detailed post-workout analysis on the PC with included Training Center™ software. Includes wireless heart rate monitor with chest strap.

•High-Sensitivity GPS receiver SiRFstar III architecture
•ANT wireless heart rate monitor with softer more comfortable chest strap and superior battery
•Multi-sport capability allows for seamless transition between sports without resetting the unit
•Courses feature lets you download recorded courses and compete against previous workouts
•Auto Pause® pauses and resumes training - timer based on a specified speed so you never have to stop the timer
•Auto Lap® records lap data when you reach a specified time, distance or position so you never have to punch the lap button
•Virtual partner lets you train against a digital person at specified time, distance, or pace goals
•Lap Memory: 1,000 laps
•Battery Life: 10 hrs (typical use) rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery
Includes:

•Garmin Training Center
•Docking Cradle
•Expander Strap
•AC Charger
•PC/USB interface cable
•Quick Start Guide
•Owner's Manual

It costs around $200

KendalBeee

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00614448000P?vName=Health+&+Wellness&cName=Health+Monitoring&sName=Heart+Rate+Monitors&prdNo=2&blockNo=2&blockType=G2



This is a CRAZY GOOD DEAL on a Polar F6 at Sears!!!! Not sure how long it'll last so if you want to get a GREAT hrm, this is what I would get.

andreasoulcastle

Thank you for the advice everyone, now I have a MUCH better idea of what the heck it is I am looking for!!!

andreasoulcastle

So thought I should share with you guys. So today is my Birthday and my bf got me the POLAR F6!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so excited to use this thing you guys, thanks for your help.

Andrea