HRM reccomendations

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  • photojennik
    photojennik Posts: 1
    I have the Garmin FR70. Its great and I dont even notice the band. Uploads wirelessly the data from my workouts.... LOVE IT!
  • kalazaun
    kalazaun Posts: 3
    I use a Garmin Forerunner 110 and LOVE it!
  • rachaelgifford
    rachaelgifford Posts: 320 Member
    I have just bought an FT4. Has anyone ever used theirs in the pool. It says it is ok, and the transmitter and watch are water resistant for up to 30 metres - but has anyone actually done it?
  • XXXMinnieXXX
    XXXMinnieXXX Posts: 3,459 Member
    FT60...love it! X
  • Shrinking_Moody
    Shrinking_Moody Posts: 270 Member
    I just ordered a Polar FT7 based on the the recommendations I've seen on the forums. I placed the order a couple days ago w/ EastBay - and they have a promo code on the home page that you can use for free shipping.
  • susi819
    susi819 Posts: 50 Member
    I have a Polar FT60 and I LOVE it. Granted, it is a bit expensive, but I found a good deal at Amazon.
  • ValRAAAAY
    ValRAAAAY Posts: 270 Member
    Just got my FT4 for under $60.

    Bodytronics.com, use coupon code POPO when checking out. $58.79

    Can't wait to try it out!!!
  • MoveTheMountain
    MoveTheMountain Posts: 764
    I am looking for a new Hear Rate Monitor with chest strap but there are sooooo many to choose from. What are some recommendations for one that is easy to use, accurate, and not very expensive??

    I have a Polar FT60 that I got off eBay for not a lot of money. I also have the FT7, which is also good - I highly recommend either.
  • souperficial
    souperficial Posts: 122 Member
    I just got a polar ft4 two days ago and it's kind of my new best friend.
  • jojojo909090
    jojojo909090 Posts: 205 Member
    Suunto M4 - reviewed with the Polar and came out equal. Fabulous light strap, big clear dial and prettier than the Polar!
  • Wonderob
    Wonderob Posts: 1,372 Member
    I just got a polar ft4 two days ago and it's kind of my new best friend.
    So did my wife, a nice pink one! We are now the HRM couple! Quite interesting results, Zumba is a big calorie burner, walking the dog.....not so! Need to walk him up Everest to burn a decent amount.
  • TinaDay1114
    TinaDay1114 Posts: 1,328 Member
    Yesterday, I decided to put some of the results of my HRM in the blog section of myfitnesspal. You have now given me the idea to mention in the blog what HRM I am using in case anyone else wants to see how I have successfully incorporated it into my workouts.

    I think I will add all the results next time, to help other heart rate monitor shoppers assess and visualize how having this one would impact a workout!

    Can you give the link to your blog? I'd love to read about it, b/c I'm considering this one, too.
  • FrostyBev
    FrostyBev Posts: 119 Member
    I have a Polar FT7 and love it!

    ^^ Definitely this. I use it in the pool 4-6 days a week, plus on running/biking/hiking. I even wore it through 3.5 hrs of Spartan Beast and it works perfect!

    I got mine from http://www.heartratemonitorsusa.com/90039173.html which was cheaper then Amazon or eBay or anywhere else for that matter.
  • questiontheanswers
    questiontheanswers Posts: 170 Member
    I bought a Polar T4 on Ebay for $50 and it just arrived this afternoon. Had it programmed in minutes and am already playing around with it. I obviously haven't had it long enough to give you a real in-depth recommendation, but so far I am smitten. Super easy to use.
  • FrostyBev
    FrostyBev Posts: 119 Member
    Can you guys clarify what 'zone' I am supposed to be in to burn my maximum calories, if I'm using a monitor for walking? I just ordered one last week, should be getting it any day now. I'm a little confused about the different zones and what zone I am supposed to be in at what times!?

    First figure out what your max heart rate is and then work within a percentage of your max.

    The easiest and best known method to calculate your maximum heart rate (MHR) is to use the formula
    •MHR = 220 - Age
    http://www.brianmac.co.uk/maxhr.htm (Has a lot of different calculators for MHR.

    Here is a quick calculator to figure out your different zones.
    http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/calculator_target.asp

    And a very indepth look at what exactly heart rate zones mean. :)
    http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness_articles.asp?id=1044
  • rachelilb
    rachelilb Posts: 179 Member
    Thank You Everyone!! Ill have to decide between the Polar FT7 or FT4
  • PunkE
    PunkE Posts: 9 Member
    Yesterday, I decided to put some of the results of my HRM in the blog section of myfitnesspal. You have now given me the idea to mention in the blog what HRM I am using in case anyone else wants to see how I have successfully incorporated it into my workouts.

    I think I will add all the results next time, to help other heart rate monitor shoppers assess and visualize how having this one would impact a workout!

    Can you give the link to your blog? I'd love to read about it, b/c I'm considering this one, too.

    Hey, TinaDay1114! Here you go: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/PunkE
    Feel free to ask me anything about it :)
  • CLCinNOLA
    CLCinNOLA Posts: 82 Member
    Another happy FT7 owner.
    Thank You Everyone!! Ill have to decide between the Polar FT7 or FT4
    Either one would be great.

    My FT7 is easy to operate, the chest strap is comfortable, and the results are very consistent.
  • sterphy
    sterphy Posts: 68 Member
    Can you guys clarify what 'zone' I am supposed to be in to burn my maximum calories, if I'm using a monitor for walking? I just ordered one last week, should be getting it any day now. I'm a little confused about the different zones and what zone I am supposed to be in at what times!?

    First figure out what your max heart rate is and then work within a percentage of your max.

    The easiest and best known method to calculate your maximum heart rate (MHR) is to use the formula
    •MHR = 220 - Age
    http://www.brianmac.co.uk/maxhr.htm (Has a lot of different calculators for MHR.

    Here is a quick calculator to figure out your different zones.
    http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/calculator_target.asp

    And a very indepth look at what exactly heart rate zones mean. :)
    http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness_articles.asp?id=1044

    THANK YOU so much for clarifying!
  • pstansel74
    pstansel74 Posts: 130 Member
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/548645-setup-polar-hrm-for-more-accurate-calorie-burn-for-known-bmr
    Where would I find the guide??


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