Polar FT4 Heart Rate Monitor Running Watches Review

Measures only heart rate and not foot steps
Provides continuous, accurate heart rate to keep your fitness training simple
Smart Calorie feature uses your personal data to provide accurate calories burned
Includes heart rate chest strap made of soft fabric material that adapts to your body shape. Requires and includes chest strap for accurate heart rate
User replaceable battery and water resistant (30m)
Connects with compatible gym equipment using GymLink

Garmin Forerunner 225 Running Watches Review

WRIST-BASED HEART RATE – Run without a strap – the Forerunner 225 uses a built-in sensor to measure heart rate at the wrist
GRAPHIC INTERFACE – A colorful gauge shows your zone at a glance: warm-up (gray), easy (blue), aerobic (green), threshold (orange) or maximum (red).
GPS – GPS-enabled, Forerunner 225 provides accurate distance and pace data. You can also view your run on a map when you upload to Garmin Connect.
ACCELEROMETER – A built-in accelerometer provides distance and pace data when you’re running indoors, with no need for a separate foot pod
ACTIVITY TRACKING – It doubles as a watch and activity tracker. Count steps, calories and distance throughout the day. The move bar with vibration alert motivates you to move when you’ve been sitting too long. (sleep monitoring as well)

Not bluetooth compatible
Includes the comfortable H1 heart rate chest strap.
Watch and heart rate monitor ideal for active types interested in monitoring their fitness level based on heart rate
Innovative EnergyPointer feature graphically displays real-time information during workout, letting you know if you’re burning fat or improving aerobic fitness
OwnCal calculates number of calories expended during a training session based on weight, height, age, gender, and maximum heart rate
Comes with Polar FT7 training computer, Polar WearLink+ transmitter, and FT7 Getting Started Guide
Includes limited two-year manufacturer’s warranty
Includes the comfortable H1 heart rate chest strap for accurate heart rate, strap size M-XXL fits chest size 30-45 inches Continue reading →

Advanced GPS running watch with a high-resolution color display and comfortable, lightweight design
Built-in accelerometer tracks distance and pace when indoors
Connected features 2 include automatic uploads to Garmin Connect, live tracking and social media sharing so you can promote your achievements to your friends
Lets you know when you achieve a personal record
Pauses and resumes timer based on speed

High sensitivity GPS receiver
Records position, speed/pace, distance and calories
Easy-to-use, button operated
Virtual Pacer compares current pace to target
Auto Lap and pause
Display size, WxH: 0.81″ x 0.77″ Display resolution, WxH: 55 x 32 pixels
Water resistant: yes (50m) GPS-enabled: yes High-sensitivity receiver: yes History: 7 activities

CHROMA DISPLAY – 1.2″ sunlight-visible high-resolution color Chroma optically-bonded display
SAPPHIRE LENS – High-strength scratch resistant domed sapphire lens (Sapphire version only)
EXO ANTENNA – Omni-directional steel EXO antenna, when paired with GLONASS and EPO, provides an even faster fix and accurate position than GPS alone
WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY- Utilize one or more Wi-Fi hot spots to automatically sync your data with Garmin Connect and update software (when in range)
BATTERY LIFE – Rechargeable battery; up to 20 hours in training/GPS mode, 50 hours in UltraTrac mode, and 6 weeks in watch mode (depends on settings) Continue reading →

Fitness Training – Real-time performance data such as time, distance, pace, calories, speed, lap data, and heart rate1 Advanced Workouts – When paired with heart rate monitor1, calculates Advanced features like recovery advisor and race predictor
Running Dynamics – When paired with HRM-Run monitor2, fenix 2 provides feedback on Running form by measuring cadence (number of steps per minute), vertical oscillation (bounce in your Running motion), and ground contact time
Ski Mode – Ski-Board Mode measures 3D speed and distance, time, vertical drop, total runs, auto pause, auto run detection, plus features Ski specific data pages, history of runs, performance data
Swim Mode – Indoor and outdoor Swim Modes that record stroke count, intervals, distance, pace, and time. For pool Swimming, also counts lengths, detects stroke type, and computes the user’s SWOLF score
Stay Connected – Automatically uploads data wirelessly to Garmin Connect, Live Track and social media (using Garmin Connect Mobile app on smartphone3), plus features Smart Notification4 so you can receive emails, texts and alerts directly on your fenix 2 Continue reading →

Waterproof to a depth of 50 meters, so you can wear it in the pool or the lake to time your swim
Tracks bike and run data and sends it wirelessly to your computer
Track your position, distance, pace, heart rate (with bundled monitor), add accessories to measure power data and more
20 hours of battery life
One-year limited warranty

Extra-Large Display so you can see your key running stats at-a-glance.
Graphical Training Partner helps you train more effectively with full-screen graphics and three unique training modes.
One-Button Control allows you to easily navigate through menus.
Indoor Tracker: Track your run indoors and on a treadmilll, no extra foot pod required.
QuickGPSFix Technology helps you get out on your run faster. Continue reading →

Features high-sensitivity GPS receiver with HotFix for improved performance and reception in heavy tree cover or deep canyons
Keeps track of routes, tracks and waypoints, and heart rate with add on heart rate monitor (sold separate). Uses standard AAA batteries. 2 required.
TracBack feature retraces user’s path on the easy-to-read LCD display
Supports dual position readout so user can view current location in multiple formats
Features trip computer, sunrise/sunset times, hunting/fishing information, electronic compass and barometric altimeter Continue reading →