Heart Rate Monitors have been around for several years now, but
it’s only recently that the development of heart monitor training
techniques and this technology have come together to make training
with a Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) both simple and effective for the
average person.
The Polar F7 HRM comprises of a watch and a chest strap that is
designed for wearing during exercise. The HRM strap sends a signal
back to the watch monitoring and measuring your heart rate giving
you instant feedback about how hard you are working.
Cardiovascular fitness is key to aerobic fitness and weight loss.
An HRM is one of the most effective aids for tracking and developing
your progress on the path to increased aerobic endurance, exercising
for weight loss and overall fitness levels.
A Polar F7 HRM will
Accurately Monitor Heart Rate
Using an HRM is the only accurate and easy way to measure your
heart rate
Determine How Hard You are Working
Measuring the work-rate of the heart is the most accurate method
of determining how much benefit you are deriving from your workout
rather than just gauging how tired you feel or how out of breath
Make Sure You Get the Most out of Your Fitness Goals
Prevents you under-training – that is it ensures that you get the
most out of your time spent exercising by showing you exactly what
‘zone’ you are training in.
Heart Rate Zone Explained
If you want to lose weight, get fitter or increase your endurance
it is important that you train at the correct
heart rate zone for
your age. If you do it will mean that you can maximise your weight
loss and reach your fitness goals sooner.
For example, a 35 year old taking up walking as a weight loss or
general fitness programme would maximise their training by keeping
their heart rate at approximately 120 – 140 beats per minute.
Staying in this zone will maximise the benefits of the time spent
exercising giving the best aerobic workout and aiding weight loss.
So whether it’s weight loss or fitness, whatever sport or
exercise you choose to take up, it’s worth investing in an HRM to
make the most of the time spent exercising and get the best from
your workout.
