polar hrm watches.
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Some runners swear by them but I've managed to resist temptation so far - in fact there are whole books devoted to the subject.
Hi there
I use them and they re great. I’ve recently gotten back into running (am an absolute slug at the moment) but I used mine when I was at Uni and I have to say they are a great tool to assist in feedback data. However they are just that an additional tool.
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Chalky
I use them and they re great. I’ve recently gotten back into running (am an absolute slug at the moment) but I used mine when I was at Uni and I have to say they are a great tool to assist in feedback data. However they are just that an additional tool.
Cheers
Chalky
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I have a nike one, I read a book by John L Parker called "Heart Monitor Training for the Compleat Idiot" and although I don't follow it's plans as such, the information I picked up from it is fantastic!!! It allows your training to be a lot more focused (in my opinion of course) and also allows you to monitor your effort levels a lot better - perfect if you're unsure of pacing in a race!
Just as an example, I had a PB of 42:50 which I achieved at Lincoln 10k 2007, a very flat and fast course. Not long after I got my Nike HRM and ran a 10k training run including a number of hills (one particularly bad), ensuring my HR stayed at a constant level (can't remember exactly what this was, but it was as recommended by the book). Anyway, considering it is generally deemed very hard to match race pace on a training run, I was pleasantly suprised to finish it in 42:33!! So HRM's get a big thumbs up from me.
Just as an example, I had a PB of 42:50 which I achieved at Lincoln 10k 2007, a very flat and fast course. Not long after I got my Nike HRM and ran a 10k training run including a number of hills (one particularly bad), ensuring my HR stayed at a constant level (can't remember exactly what this was, but it was as recommended by the book). Anyway, considering it is generally deemed very hard to match race pace on a training run, I was pleasantly suprised to finish it in 42:33!! So HRM's get a big thumbs up from me.
I think it's excellent at telling me that I am making more effort than I think or not training hard enough. What I mean is, sometimes I'll be happily going along with a smile on, but look down and my heart is doing 190, other times I'm frowning and struggling but only beating at 160. Helps me to back off when I am going to hurt myself, or notice when I may be ill and not realise it yet.
Polar CS400
Hi few of us (Rylstone Cycling & Running Club) bought Polar watches. Ive found its features very useful and gives pretty accuate information on my training and fitness levels. It may be me but I seem to of improved my fitness since I used this watch
. I narrowed my choice down to the CS300 and CS400 in the end went for CS300. So I can use it for Running and Cycling. Have a look at http://www.polar.fi/en/products/cycling/CS300. We struck a deal with an on line stockist and got some good prices http://www.outdoorhuman.co.uk. Hope this helps. Greg.
Hi few of us (Rylstone Cycling & Running Club) bought Polar watches. Ive found its features very useful and gives pretty accuate information on my training and fitness levels. It may be me but I seem to of improved my fitness since I used this watch
. I narrowed my choice down to the CS300 and CS400 in the end went for CS300. So I can use it for Running and Cycling. Have a look at http://www.polar.fi/en/products/cycling/CS300. We struck a deal with an on line stockist and got some good prices http://www.outdoorhuman.co.uk. Hope this helps. Greg.I'm a Personal Trainer and use my POLAR RS 200sd on a daily basis. I have the footpod so I can set my heart rate limits upper and lower, I can track my speed, distance and calorie count.
Lost one footpod as it fell off (operator error).
TESCO direct do one for £20, its not bad at all, very good for the entry level runner,
Lost one footpod as it fell off (operator error).
TESCO direct do one for £20, its not bad at all, very good for the entry level runner,
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Polar HRM
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I have never left a review before, but I just wanted to leave some kind of feedback about my new Polar RS200. Without getting too technical, this device will improve your training and the way you think about it. I bought off polar.fitnessmegastore.co.uk - this company specialise in Polar and their staff were able to talk me through the whole range. They offer a great price, and also a price match (i found it £1 cheaper elsewhere). I will be getting the footpod to go with it for xmas
Guys,
I have never left a review before, but I just wanted to leave some kind of feedback about my new Polar RS200. Without getting too technical, this device will improve your training and the way you think about it. I bought off polar.fitnessmegastore.co.uk - this company specialise in Polar and their staff were able to talk me through the whole range. They offer a great price, and also a price match (i found it £1 cheaper elsewhere). I will be getting the footpod to go with it for xmas
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