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Heart Rate Monitor

1momx3
1momx3 Posts: 16
edited November 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
Which HRM is the best to get for women? Any info welcome. Thanks.

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  • BelMckenzie
    BelMckenzie Posts: 249
    I don't know about the best HRM- but I have a polar FT4 that I just got 2 weeks ago and I love it! I looked through other suggestions here before choosing that one.
  • thekarens
    thekarens Posts: 254 Member
    I have the Polar FT40. I would recommend checking out Polar's website. That will give you a better idea of what you might like/need.
  • lizard053
    lizard053 Posts: 2,344 Member
    I have the Polar FT40F. Worth every penny of the $110 I spend on it (through amazon). It tracks weekly calorie burns and by the workout. It breaks down my calories burned as fitness and fat zones. I can watch my heart rate or my calories burnt during my workout too. I absolutely love it. Only drawback I've found as the chest strap is absolutely miserable under my regular bras. It pushes the under-wires away from my body making it really uncomfortable.
  • SarahMorganP
    SarahMorganP Posts: 921 Member
    I have the Polar FT7 that I love! You can't go wrong with any Polar I don't think. :smile:
  • SteveTries
    SteveTries Posts: 723 Member
    I don't know about the best HRM- but I have a polar FT4 that I just got 2 weeks ago and I love it! I looked through other suggestions here before choosing that one.

    Ditto. Got it last week. I am very happy with it.
  • KJLIII
    KJLIII Posts: 225 Member
    I've got a Polar FT60 - but more of the plain, black, men's version... I absolutely LOVE it ! ! I think you would be pleased with any of the Polar HRMs - they seem to be dependable, accurate, and easy to use...
  • Kotasmommy
    Kotasmommy Posts: 124 Member
    I bought the Polar FT4 yesterday and used it for the 1st time today. I really like it and it's pretty easy to use.
  • AmyRhubarb
    AmyRhubarb Posts: 6,890 Member
    I have a New Balance N4. Around $70 at Target & online, but can be found for less if you shop around. Works great, easy to use, I love it. I got mine on eBay (brand new in the box) for $26.

    Check out the customer reviews on Amazon for various models - lots of good info there.
  • joeykat16
    joeykat16 Posts: 81 Member
    I have the Polar FT7 that I love! You can't go wrong with any Polar I don't think. :smile:


    ^This. I have a Polar FT7 and I love it... you'll be happy you got one once you see your real calorie burn! :)
  • yesthistime
    yesthistime Posts: 2,051 Member
    Polar FT4 or FT7 :flowerforyou:
  • kbc525
    kbc525 Posts: 149
    I don't know about the best HRM- but I have a polar FT4 that I just got 2 weeks ago and I love it! I looked through other suggestions here before choosing that one.

    this is a great one.. it's basic and just what you need.. no bells and whistles.. i've had mine for a few months now and i love it!!!! it's one of the inexpensive models too..:love:
  • Reckabek
    Reckabek Posts: 487 Member
    Polar ft4! show the heartrate, calories burned while burning and at finish ur time u worked out, and calories bunred total! Love it. On amazon for around 60+ at target for 93$
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,458 Member
    Here's a great blog post from a guy in the Fitness Industry who posts here on MFP:

    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
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