Heart Rate Monitors – Top 5

What is a heart rate monitor? These gadgets are a very wonderful
tool to have for both those who have heart related problems and
those who are looking to improve their workouts. The goal of
these devices is to monitor your heart rate at all times during
the day. While exercising to lose weight, your goal should be to
maintain your heart rate in the ideal ‘zone’ for fat burning.
But, too much of a good thing is not good either. The monitor
allows for accurate measurement of the heart during these
periods so that you don’t exceed the recommended levels for your
age/fitness level. The heart rate monitor makes this process a
lot easier. But, choosing a heart rate monitor can be tricky.
We’ve cut through all the hype and reviewed some of the best on
the market:

The Polar F11: Polar is an excellent brand no matter what but
this model is a great all around version. You can use the
program “Keeps U Fit Workout Program” to meet your personal
goals. OwnZone is another feature which allows you to monitor
your target heart range and it tells you how many calories you
are burning during it. It uses a coded transmitter to find your
heart rate and you will not have interference from other
monitors.

Polar A3: If the Polar F11 looks good but is too expensive, go
with the stepped down version in this model. It works as a
personal trainer in its ability to allow you to track the
previous workouts. It’s easy to use and very accurate.

Garmin Forerunner 301. Okay, if you are a gadget lover, this is
the heart rate monitor for you. It uses GPS to help you
throughout your journey through health fitness. If you are a
runner, use this monitor to track how far you have gone what
your heart rate is during that time as well as allow you to
download it all to your PC to track and monitor. And, as your
heart rate improves this monitor will adjust your target zone to
keep pushing you to the next level.

Acumen Eon Basix ES: In this model, you get beginner tools. It’s
easy to use and has the functions that you want. It has a target
zone function that you can program.

For something different, go with the Mio Shape. In most heart
rate monitors, a chest strap is used to monitor your heart’s
beat. But, in this unique model, it uses a finger sensor
instead. Although some have found difficulty in using this
accurately, it is worth mentioning.

We hope you find something that fits your style and needs and
you use it to take your fitness to the next level.

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