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Heart Rate Monitor (This one or that one?)

rainbobrite929
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I've got the choice of purchasing either a Body Bugg or a Polar FT7 ... does anyone have one of either? Pros or cons of them?
I've heard Body Buggs can cause pain/rash at the useage site. And some people say if it doesn't have a chest strap it's not worth it (as far as a HRM goes). What do you think?
I've heard Body Buggs can cause pain/rash at the useage site. And some people say if it doesn't have a chest strap it's not worth it (as far as a HRM goes). What do you think?
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I have the PolarFT7 and I love it. It all depends on what you prefer. I heard the Body Bugg is to monitor your calories 24 hours whereas the Polar FT7 is used to calculate a specific workout. There are pros and cons to both, but since I am more interested in monitoring my workouts I chose the PolarFT7. Many of my MFP friends recommended the Polar HRM and I also was referred to this article which was helpful on deciding which HRM to purchase. Check it out http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/Azdak/view/the-real-facts-about-hrms-and-calories-what-you-need-to-know-before-purchasing-an-hrm-or-using-one-21472. Most of my MFP friends have a HRM's. Hope this helps some!0
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