Polar FT1 HRM

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I bought my polar a little over 3 months ago and I love it. I started my weight loss journey back in September 2013 but the second picture is when I started using the Polar for feedback. I love it. Instant gratification. It lets me know when I need to pick up the pace. Even when I need to take in down a notch. I have a long way to go, but polar is an investment in my healthier lifestyle.

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I bought this 2 months ago to monitor my heart rate and caloric burn during power vinyasa yoga practice. Wow, I knew I could burn a lot of calories in Jazzercise but I had no idea how much I had been burning in yoga practice. Next was to check out how many calories I burn while down hill skiing. Another, WOW! I love my Polar-FT4

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I've had my heart rate monitor for about 3 months. The band is comfortable and the watch is a good size. It's super useful and I love all the features. The only thing I wish it did have, an iPhone app or something that hooks up directly to nutrition apps on the iPhone.

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I bought this a few weeks ago when I started a Cross Fit workout class. I like the information it gives me with calories burned and max and average heartrate durning my workout. I am not sure how accurate the calories burned are, but at least it gives me an idea of how hard I am working. So far I am pleased with the FT7

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I bought this because I needed feedback. I've been doing Weight Watchers for almost 6 months, and was looking for something to kick it up into high gear. I saw that some of my friends were using this, but I was paranoid that the chest strap wouldn't fit, so much that I almost got the men's one to make sure. It fits great, I actually had to make it tighter. It's a great tool to provide feedback, and make you work harder!!!

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I bought the ft7 to help me track my calories burned during my workouts, everything from P90X and Insanity to a little Jillian Micheals action. I feel like it gives a very accurate reading and it's comfortable to wear! Highly recommended!

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I purchased this watch 3.5 months ago and I love it. I am finishing up week 9 of P90X and it is holding up fine. I wash the band once a week in the washing machine. I like to keep track of my heart rate as well as the calories burned during my workout. I am excited because I just learned it can be used for swimming. I will start using it for that when our pool opens. I do agree with other reviews that a stretchy wrist band would be a nice improvement.

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I love this product! I use it for crossfit and despite the high impact activity, I never felt like the chest strap was gonna come undone; although, I wish the watch had an option for a stretchy band cuz I wear wrist wraps when lifting weights, and the watch is too small to wrap around at that point. Otherwise, this keeps me in check with exertion and effort, and I love seeing how much I burn during an hour of crossfit!

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This update to the FSC2 looks much better, not as utilitarian as the former style. Price is terrific at [$], and it gives you the basics - heart rate. I use heart rate to keep my runs in check, and ensure I recover adequately before the next hard effort.

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I purchased the FT7 after my friend highly recommended it for its capabilities and ease of use, and I am so glad I did!

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Bought my FT7 almost a year ago and honestly, I can't workout without it now! I feel like the calorie burn is very accurate and have had no issues with it! I still need to try it out in the water, but for someone that wants to lose weight and get fit this is a perfect buy. Its not so expensive like the rest but is more than enough. I have to admit I am tempted to buy the FT60 now due to the new training features but honestly the FT7 motivates you enough! if you haven't burned 500 calories in one work out, don't stop till you see those numbers!

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Just bought my ft4 polar watch yesterday and went swimming with it on today. I love it! It was so easy to set up and use!

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Easy to see heart rate, workout time, and clock. Big numbers - easy to read. Dirt cheap. One button that works. Who needs more?

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I use this while on the treadmill, riding my horse and walking outside. It is easy to use...no fancy bells and whistles, but would prefer not to have the chest strap to deal with even though it is comfortable.

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I have an 8 year old Polar F1 that still works, but the transmitter belt has finally deteriorated (the plastic ends broke through). This FT1 is very similar, but the watch band looks suspect. I just received this, have used it two days and am concerned the "gel-rubber" band may not last. I will update over time. The one-button entries have a short learning curve and you won't regret the simplicity. After entering execute (start) you merely swipe your wrist past the chest sensor to toggle between heart rate, elapsed time and actual clock time. No buttons to push while working out! This is basic; no upload or tracking, but gives you right-now feedback of your workout intensity. The LARGE font is easy on these 60 YO eyes and preferable (to me) over the FT4/7 Polar's watch face and font size. The band is the only reason to not give it 5 stars.

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I bought this about a month ago and have used it for every workout since. To have a very accurate heart rate & calorie count is amazing. I love love love mine & will recommend it to anyone!

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I love this! ACTUAL calorie count and heart rate monitor!! I tried a few others, only to find out they were only jazzed up pedometers, what a joke! If your a fitness junkie like me you'll appreciate heads up heart rate and calories burned at the push of a button! Very simple and easy to use! A friend of mine has one as well and we work out together, legitimate counts as far as we've tested. My workouts are generally around a 3500 cal burns and this thing doesn't miss a beat! I even wear it while sparring! It's taken a few hits (literally & figuratively) and has tested true! Don't waste your money on these over priced step counters, get the real deal and workout like you want it!

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This watch is amazing, keeps me motivated and on target with my workouts. I recommend it for everyone who is tracking their weight and/or workouts!

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I nought my watch 6 months ago & the best investment ever! It's was easy to use & I see my results. The big help is knowing when your in the zone to burn more calories - great product would recommend this to those new to fitness, as it. is a great tool

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bought it years ago and lasts. Easy, simple and accurate. Wish strap battery was easily replaceable thol

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this is about the 5th one I brought!!! Love them...plain simple and thats all I need to check my heart rate. Once battery goes, you have to buy a whole new set. I use it everyday and in all kinds of fitness. However, this last one, the stitching from the edge that connects the break apart thing to get band off, came un stitched and now worthless. Am not a sewer but took it to a tailor shop to restitch and can use again. Told them to make heavier stitching. so , if the people who make these, need to make it re enforced stitching. I will still buy them.

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I really like my HR monitor because it allows me to meet zones. The only complaint I have is it sometime only detects every other beat. I gave up trying to figure out how it was placed incorrectly and decide just double the number. So if I'm in the range of 125 and then the monitor reads 62 I know I'm still in my zone. You do get cheated out of calories burned. My main goal is to maintain a HR for x amount of minutes which it's great for.

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It's a good value, does the few things it does well. A good choice for a first heart rate monitor while you're deciding how much money to invest. The official battery replacement method is going to cost you as much as a whole new unit, so consider it disposable after a year or two of use. There are videos on replacing the battery yourself, but it may ruin the waterproofing and will definitely void the warranty.

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Yesterday I was wearing my clock and it was working normally, after a few minutes the watch turns off. I tried to replace the battery but it is in good condition. What problem may have the watch? I never have hit it. can anyone give me a clue please?

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It's easy to use, I love that I can keep track of my progress for the week it's an amazing product.

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I will not workout with out my watch...I love it...It motivates me to push harder.....

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I brought this heart monitor last year for my husband for Father's day and one for myself. We love this heart monitor we wear it for all our workouts. I feel its accurate with the amount of calories burn. I was taking swimming lesson and I wore it in the pool with no problems. The only issue I have with the watch I have is sometimes it presses up again my hand and activate the buttons. Other than that I have no other issues.

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At this point the FT1 is one of the oldest monitors still available from Polar - so yes, the battery IS NOT USER-REPLACEABLE, but it's still a great unit. It has a one-button operation that takes some getting use to and once you start it up you get only one screen - heart rate in bpm. It's not a bad monitor, it's just simple and a bit dated at this point. With that said it isn't advertised as being anything but. Unless you can find one for $20-30 and your on a tight budget, I'd steer you toward the FT4/7.

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The FT4 is one of the most popular Polar watches out there. It's affordable, simple to use, and has all the features you need and none you don't. The quintessential entry-level heart rate monitor.

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Bought this as a birthday gift to myself and am thrilled with the product. It's comfy and I have worn the belt and watch all day on several occasions to calculate my RMR and how many calories burned while resting. This is priceless info when calculating my caloric and macro intake. :)