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What is the best heart rate and calorie counter watch for wo

DianaB12
DianaB12 Posts: 2
edited October 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
Hey everyone! I am considering getting a heart rate/calorie counter watch, I have researched a few. But I want to know if anyone has any information about what they use, or what is the best one for the money. I would prefer one that is a functional watch, and also you can read your heart rate with or without the chest band. Thanks!!!

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  • bluegirl10
    bluegirl10 Posts: 695 Member
    I would recommend Polar Brand... I have the Polar F4 and it does have a chest strap.. Been using it for a couple years and love it!
  • JaneWrastle
    JaneWrastle Posts: 49
    Love Polar
  • glockster972
    glockster972 Posts: 704 Member
    I have a Polar. make sure whichever brand you decide on, that you get a chest strap.
  • skierxjes
    skierxjes Posts: 926 Member
    I have a Polar FT4, it has a chest strap. LOVE it.

    My first HRM didn't have a chest strap and was highly inaccurate, I ended up putting on a couple lbs during the week of use because it told me that I burned twice as many calories as I actually did.
  • mazza2marilyn
    mazza2marilyn Posts: 145
    bump
  • Coltsman4ever
    Coltsman4ever Posts: 602 Member
    You really need the chest strap to get an accurate reading. I have the Polar FT40 and I love it. Works great!
  • baldchocnsexy
    baldchocnsexy Posts: 43
    Thanks for this information!
  • elenachibas
    elenachibas Posts: 7
    I wish I would have read this 2 hours ago! I just went on my lunch hour and bought a Mio. I went back and forth between that one and the Polar, and decided to go with the Mio. I guess I'll be going back for an exchange!
  • DianaB12
    DianaB12 Posts: 2
    I have looked at the Polar FT 4 online and it has a chest strap. It looks like it has everything I need, anyone have it? Do you like it? I would like something that I can wear everyday. Do they record calories burned during the day? Or just during a workout?
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