HRM not reading question

amandakay23
amandakay23 Posts: 156
edited September 24 in Health and Weight Loss
I have been using a HRM for a couple weeks now and LOVE it, however...sometimes it doesn't pick up on my heart beat.. I try moving it around, adjusting, pressing it against my chest...and it still won't read but then randomly it will start at some point...very annoying, does that mean I need a new chest strap or something maybe?

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  • jamie1888
    jamie1888 Posts: 1,704 Member
    I've had the same problem... I've exchanged my HRM twice because of it. The one I have now hasn't given me any trouble yet. I'm making a point now to rinse off the strap and pat it dry with a towel after each workout.
  • CrimsonScotty
    CrimsonScotty Posts: 47 Member
    could be dry skin, try some lotion on the areas where the electrodes make contact and see if it helps, i have that problem especially in winter!
  • Awineburg
    Awineburg Posts: 196
    Some say to wet down the the pad that detects your heart rate, or use a gel. Also there can be interference from things... lots of things such as TV's, cell phones, car motors, and also the treadmill and so on....
  • Aspynmom
    Aspynmom Posts: 166 Member
    I know with the FT4 it says in the instructions to wet the strap before putting in on. I haven't had any problems so far.
  • lprice3
    lprice3 Posts: 1
    With women they say to try moving the strap slightly to the left as your heart rate is easier to read that way. Also, make sure you are washing your strap and transmitter with soap and water at least once a week. When putting the strap on, ensure you wet the transmission strips. If water is working you can also try lotion.
  • justyourtypicalgirl
    justyourtypicalgirl Posts: 136 Member
    I occasionally have the same problem...here are the biggest offenders:
    1. my skin is dry and it's not reading...wet the sensor or use gel like babump
    2. i've lost weight and forgotten to tighten the strap so when I'm really moving it loses contact
    3. sometimes the underwire from my bra gets underneath the sensor and lifts it away from making contact.
  • amandakay23
    amandakay23 Posts: 156
    Thanks everyone! I will try those tips! Sometimes it seems like it almost has to 'warm up' lol, that could be a result of the dry skin issue. Thanks again!:flowerforyou:
  • outersoul
    outersoul Posts: 711
    What make/model do you have? I have a Polar FT7 (that I love) and I have to wet my strap before putting it on.
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