Heart Rate Monitors

golfGirl · 04-30-2007, 07:26 AM

Does anyone use a heart rate monitor that they love and would recommend? Thanks

solstice · 04-30-2007, 07:43 AM

I don't own it, but I had the opportunity to try one and I'm just waiting till I have the funds to shell out for it-

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...=28UDVNQM8MUMW

madisongrace · 04-30-2007, 11:56 AM

polar f6

moon girl · 04-30-2007, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by madisongrace

polar f6

I bought one this weekend and tried it this morning. Seems great so far & I read lots of good things about it before I bought it (that's why I got that one).

golfGirl · 04-30-2007, 05:36 PM

Thanks everyone

WOW! I didn't realize those things were that expensive.

PorscheGal · 04-30-2007, 09:58 PM

I have the Polar F4, I love it except I wish hubby had gotten it in black

The "ice blue" just looks gray to me.

golfGirl · 05-01-2007, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by PorscheGal

I have the Polar F4, I love it except I wish hubby had gotten it in black

The "ice blue" just looks gray to me.

Cool! Thanks Julia! I will have to keep it on the back burner for awhile. I have been spending WAAAAYYYY to much $$$ on ME lately

beby24 · 05-01-2007, 09:54 AM

I got one at sports authority for about 80 bucks, not including the tax, but I will tell you something, its worth it. Its what keeps me on check. If I am not on my hr rage I push it up, if I would not have it, I would never push myself as much. Its worth it.

flywheel99 · 05-02-2007, 08:36 AM

http://www.timex.com/gp/product/B000...imexBrand=core

I've had this watch/monitor since 2003 or 2004. I love it. Medium to lower price (at the time). I haven't priced out monitors recently.

The chest strap is in need of fixing or replacing. Timex will do this for $25. I'm going to ask them to replace it for free (fix it for free).

It is always very close to the heart rate monitor machines at the YMCA. (Treadmill, Elliptical, Stairmill) Never more than a point or two off on the heart rate.

If I bought one today, I would look at getting a GPS option.

I guess you need to look at all options compared to what you want to spend.

Have a great day.

golfGirl · 05-02-2007, 03:26 PM

Thanks flywheel99 and beby24

Sar-Wah · 05-03-2007, 05:10 AM

I LOVE MY POLAR!!

It is worth every cent I paid!!

I have the polar F4

AbramsAM · 05-04-2007, 04:45 PM

I have the Polar F11

and it is definately worth it! invest in a good one because it will last a long time and should be reliable. Definately needs to have the chest strap.

golfGirl · 05-05-2007, 07:23 AM

Thanks Wah! Thanks AbramsAM. Those Hydrangeas behind you are gorgeous!

Chooky · 05-06-2007, 05:55 AM

I have a polar but I have misplaced the watch! So I have a strap only - so bummed. Its been 8 weeks and I have no idea where it is :-(

Shorts · 05-06-2007, 07:03 PM

I have the polar as well, it gives accurate reading. As trainer I have been recommending the polar monitor. It's very goods stuff

jdeilerman · 05-07-2007, 08:44 AM

I have the Polar F4 Heart Rate Monitor. I love it!

clovely · 05-07-2007, 11:24 AM

I have a Nike monitor. It was only about $100. They used to sell Polar's at my gym (not sure if she still does) so lots of people have them. They seem to be happy with those but I really like my Nike.

CEObound · 05-27-2007, 10:22 PM

The POLAR monitors are great because they often link to the cardio equipment at the gym so you are not forced to always look at your watch. Also they have a series of workout wear that allow the heart link transmitter to clip into the clothing.

No matter what remember - you get what you pay for!!

valby · 05-27-2007, 10:58 PM

Polar SD Running model, can attach foot pod to measure distance.

HR is very reliable, as I think most Polar monitors are!

sungoddesskatie · 05-28-2007, 03:18 AM

I have a polar one (f4 i think0 but the wrist band watch died. Do you think I should take it to a jewe ler to get the battery replaced, or should I just buy a new one?

Thanks

Katie