What Polar heart rate monitor (HRM) do you recommend?
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I want to purchase a heart rate monitor (HRM) so that I can improve the outcome of my workouts. My cardio typically consists of running on a treadmill at the gym. Does anyone have any input as to which Polar HRM I should purchase? Are there any features that I should keep in mind when making my decision? If you’ve purchased a Polar HRM, which one did you get and are you happy with it? Any input on the matter is much appreciated. Thanks!
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The 5 basic features that you should look for in a heart rate monitor is real time continuous monitoring of heart rate, training limits with alarm, stop watch, average heart rate and calories burnt.
Take a look first at the Polar F4 or the Polar F6. They are not too basic nor too advanced and are quite suitable for first time users of heart rate monitor.
I personally use the Polar RS200SD heart rate monitor. In addition to monitoring heart rate, it gives you speed and distance information while you run. It is a really nice monitor. However, it is a little complex to use.
Because you are mostly running on a treadmill, you will have the speed and distance information displayed on the treadmill’s panel anyway. So you probably don’t need the extra functionality of the RS200SD.
P.S. I owned a Polar A3 in the past and was also happy with it.