Hi, I'm new to this forum. I hope that I have chosen the appropriate category of the forum for this post.
Anyway, I'm a 42-year old guy who likes to exercise. I lift weights 3-4 times a week and try to do cardio exercise 2-3 times a week, too. Usually, my cardio workouts consist of either running (outside or on a treadmill), stationary bike, eliptical trainer, a climbing machine at my gym called Jacobs Ladder, or on rare occasion -- swimming.
For the past few years, I have been using a fairly basic Polar Heart Rate monitor for my cardio training. It recently started malfunctioning and I would like to get a new one. I would prefer one that does not require the chest strap -- rather only the wrist watch. However, I have heard that the ones without the chest straps are not as accurate and are very expensive.
Anyway, I would be grateful if any of you with knowledge could recommend any specific brands / models of heart rate monitors. In regards to my price range... Well, I'd prefer to spend less than USD$100, but I am flexible if it is required. Most importantly, I want to get one that will function well and is durable. I don't require many complex functions etc...
Thanks....
Anyway, I'm a 42-year old guy who likes to exercise. I lift weights 3-4 times a week and try to do cardio exercise 2-3 times a week, too. Usually, my cardio workouts consist of either running (outside or on a treadmill), stationary bike, eliptical trainer, a climbing machine at my gym called Jacobs Ladder, or on rare occasion -- swimming.
For the past few years, I have been using a fairly basic Polar Heart Rate monitor for my cardio training. It recently started malfunctioning and I would like to get a new one. I would prefer one that does not require the chest strap -- rather only the wrist watch. However, I have heard that the ones without the chest straps are not as accurate and are very expensive.
Anyway, I would be grateful if any of you with knowledge could recommend any specific brands / models of heart rate monitors. In regards to my price range... Well, I'd prefer to spend less than USD$100, but I am flexible if it is required. Most importantly, I want to get one that will function well and is durable. I don't require many complex functions etc...
Thanks....