What heart rate monitor do you use?
turtlez23
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I am looking to buy a heart rate monitor and there are so many out there, not sure which one to get. I was also looking into getting the new Fitbit ChargeHR when that comes out or the JawboneUP3 since they both include a heart rate monitor plus sleep/steps/calories burned tracking.
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I use activity-specific HRMs: a Garmin Edge 800 bike computer/HRM for cycling, and a Garmin Forerunner 620 watch/HRM for running (and hiking, canoeing, and other outdoor activities, but it's really optimized for running). They both use Firstbeat, Inc.'s proprietary technology for estimating energy consumption, which is allegedly a lot more accurate (and therefore, lower ) than the typical HRM. My old Sigma HRM estimated that I burned 50-60 calories per mile cycling; my Edge 800 gives a more realistic, if more depressing, 25-40 depending on terrain and speed.
I read a detailed, fairly positive review of the Garmin Vivofit tracker on Ray Maker's blog today. It works with a HRM strap, so if you'd like an all-in-one tracker, you might consider it, especially since the battery supposedly lasts a year.0 -
Waiting for the Fitbit Charge HR!0
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Polar FT7 for the last 2 years, but would recommend one with a gps sensor.0
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I liked my Polar but got sick of the chest strap. I've always been a Fitbit fan but got tired of waiting for the new one and just got a Basis Peak. Loving it so far.0
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In for learning more!0
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Wahoo Tickr... waiting for a Fitbit Surge. Looking to replace my Fitbit Flex and Wahoo Tickr for just the Fitbit Surge. I've been thinking about the Apple Watch but I honestly love my little Fitbit community of friends. We have work challenges and cheer each other on. It's fun. I haven't seen anything announced for that and the Apple Watch.0
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Polar ft4 for workouts
Plus a fitbit for daily activity - used to wear a flex but changed to a zip so I could wear my bracelets again0 -
I use activity-specific HRMs: a Garmin Edge 800 bike computer/HRM for cycling, and a Garmin Forerunner 620 watch/HRM for running (and hiking, canoeing, and other outdoor activities, but it's really optimized for running). They both use Firstbeat, Inc.'s proprietary technology for estimating energy consumption, which is allegedly a lot more accurate (and therefore, lower ) than the typical HRM. My old Sigma HRM estimated that I burned 50-60 calories per mile cycling; my Edge 800 gives a more realistic, if more depressing, 25-40 depending on terrain and speed.
I read a detailed, fairly positive review of the Garmin Vivofit tracker on Ray Maker's blog today. It works with a HRM strap, so if you'd like an all-in-one tracker, you might consider it, especially since the battery supposedly lasts a year.
That is depressing, but the more accurate the better! You're really active and I am so not at that level yet. I was planing on buying a bike soon since I despise running I'll check out that Garmin. Thanks!0 -
It seems like everyone is pro fitbit. Have not heard anything about the Jawbone yet.0
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I have a polar ft4. It's great. I use the fitbit app on my phone to track daily activity (there's a motion sensor on the iphone 5s).0
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Started with New Balance N4. Then got a Polar FT4. The N4 was way overestimating.0
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Wahoo Tickr... waiting for a Fitbit Surge. Looking to replace my Fitbit Flex and Wahoo Tickr for just the Fitbit Surge. I've been thinking about the Apple Watch but I honestly love my little Fitbit community of friends. We have work challenges and cheer each other on. It's fun. I haven't seen anything announced for that and the Apple Watch.
I use the Wahoo Tickr as well. I wonder sometimes about the accuracy of it, so I try not to eat back more than 1/2 to 2/3 of my calories from it (if I eat them back at all, this week post-holiday there is NONE OF THAT ALLOWED).
I love being able to see it. it motivates me to work harder and longer.0 -
Honestly the best one is the one you will use. Decide on what you want to spend and go from there. I am partial to Garmin, but never had anything else. I like the app interaction and im a bit of a data nerd. You could make a list of the options/features you want one to have so when you are looking you dont get sucked in to just a little bit more and more.0
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Honestly the best one is the one you will use. Decide on what you want to spend and go from there. I am partial to Garmin, but never had anything else. I like the app interaction and im a bit of a data nerd. You could make a list of the options/features you want one to have so when you are looking you dont get sucked in to just a little bit more and more.
I also like to see all that data but I also want accurate data. I know not everything will be to the T but I would hope I could choose something that is accurate as possible.
Making a list of what I want is a good idea too!
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I have a Jarv heart rate monitor (chest strap only) that I got for $19.99 from groupon.
I don't really see the point of an activity monitor. I wanted to know if I was hitting my ideal heart rate while working out without having to count it myself. Most activity monitors seem like fun toys more than anything.0 -
I have the Polar Ft4 but honestly I haven't used it in forever. I'm not really into doing just cardio.0
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Polar Ft4. The monitors with chest straps are more accurate than those without.0
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Polar FT4 as well. Been using it since June and I've found it to help a LOT in getting more accurate calorie burn (rather than relying on gym machines, or god forbid, MFP's estimates. lol) and helping me lose.0
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