Polar FT40 watch questions

bellasera973
bellasera973 Posts: 16 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
So I've been looking at the Polar FT40 watch, but... is it just a watch? Or does it also come with a chest strap? Or do I have to buy the strap separately? If so, which one?

I have a big rib cage, and doubt the standard straps for any HRM would fit around me...which is the reason I've shied away from buying one for so long.

(I'm trying to lose weight, and want an accurate count of calories burned during my workouts, because I know that ellipticals and treadmills are notorious for being inaccurate.)

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  • kdub67
    kdub67 Posts: 181 Member
    The FT40 comes with a chest strap as well, and it's adjustable (I'm not sure how big it gets but I'm sure the specs are on their website somewhere). I've been really happy with mine!
  • bellasera973
    bellasera973 Posts: 16 Member
    Their website is a mess :( I've been trying to find out how big the strap is, with no luck so far
  • agirlscamaro
    agirlscamaro Posts: 175 Member
    I bought this and absolutely love it! Check out the Amazon reviews, they were really helpful in me deciding to go with this one. I love that the treadmills Planet Fitness pick up on the signal.
  • moonbaby12
    moonbaby12 Posts: 89 Member
    I love mine, it works very well and easy to use!
  • Justkeepswimmin
    Justkeepswimmin Posts: 777 Member
    I have this and I have the opposite problem, its too big and falling down. it says m-xxl on the strap and at its longest is 38'' max unstretched, 60'' max STRETCHED (measured for ya :) )
  • MikeInAZ
    MikeInAZ Posts: 483 Member
    It comes with the strap and transmitter pod. It stretches pretty big. I knew a girl who was 250lbs and it fit her. But if you can't fit in it, you can order an XXL strap.

    It is a watch/time, it tells you your HR, calories burned, MAX HR, Average HR, Time of workout. Stores your last couple of workouts. Tells you how long you were in FITNESS ZONE and how long you were in FAT BURNING ZONE.

    I have the FT7, which is ALMOST identical. If/when mine finally dies, I'll replace it with the FT4.

    The best price I found has been on Amazon:
    Gray $56 - http://amzn.to/16A6Bn8
    Pink - $66 - http://amzn.to/154lVKC
    XXL Strap - $19 http://amzn.to/114doBQ
  • cjowell
    cjowell Posts: 41 Member
    I have the polar FT4 and I absolutely LOVE it! I have a large chest as well and was worried but it stretches and is very comfortable. I forget to take it off after I workout because I forget that it is there. I also love that at my gym my watch picks up on all of the cardio machines so I don't have to look at my watch to see my hr!

    If you are unsure I would be sure to do the research and read reviews! Good luck in making a decision!
  • bellasera973
    bellasera973 Posts: 16 Member
    Thank you for measuring it for me! I'm definitely ordering one next week :)
  • haleyjester
    haleyjester Posts: 197 Member
    I have the FT4 and I love it, the chest strap is adjustable. Its comfy too

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