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texasokie
texasokie Posts: 65 Member
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I am looking for something to help me determine the calories I burn during a workout. There are so many different kinds, it gets confusing. I have a hrm but don't think it works right as it always shows way more cal burned than what the treadmill says I burn. I want to do zumba and strength training am looking for something that will tell me cal burned. I see a lot of ads on fitbit and other hrm's as well as bands that go around the arm. My hrm is a cheap one from Walmart and like I said I don't think it's correct. If you use some kind of gadget could you please tell me about it and how accurate you think it is. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

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  • jgrode1984
    jgrode1984 Posts: 112
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    I have a polar ft4 and it seem to be rather accurate. I've also heard really great things about fitbit, of course after I purchased the ft4.
  • sarahrbraun
    sarahrbraun Posts: 2,261 Member
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    The fitbit is basically a pedometer...it does steps, calories burned ( activity+BMR), distance, flights of steps, then it has a clock and a flower that grows to show intensity. I wear mine 24/7 to establish TDEE. The only exercise I claim on MFP is my fitbit adjustment.
  • PollyWolly98
    PollyWolly98 Posts: 112
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    I have a Polar FT4 HRM to calculate calories burned when I take classes at the gym or go out running. I also have a Fitbit for tracking my steps and general activity level. Based on what you have described, I would recommend you get a better HRM for your needs. The Fitbit is very motivating, but likely will not give you an accurate number of calories for Zumba. Or get both, like me ;)
  • jaz050465
    jaz050465 Posts: 3,508 Member
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    Do a search on here for Bodymediafit. This is to be worn all day.
  • ittybittybadonkadonk
    ittybittybadonkadonk Posts: 11,634 Member
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    I just bought the bowflex fitwatchf30 today .... regular price 99.00 on sale for 30 at big5... I am new to the fitness gadgets so I am not sure how to work it at this time but the price is great.... you can either wear it on your wrist or use the chest strap .

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