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2005-01-17 2:44 PM

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Subject: HRM Accuracy

How accurate are the Total Calories Burned measures in Heart Rate Monitors?

I've got a Timex digital HRM that requires weight input, and now that I've established (and input) a max HR, I'd like to know how accurate the darn thing is.

Thanks,

Steven



Edited by sranney 2005-01-17 2:49 PM

2005-01-17 3:56 PM
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Subject: RE: HRM Accuracy
Don't know much about them, but I'd have it(or yourself checked) if it ever read 0 bpm.... 
2005-01-17 3:57 PM
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Subject: RE: HRM Accuracy
I'm just guessing here but I'd think that if it can incorporate enough of your personal data...at least weight and sport-specific max HR...then it is about as good as you can get short of a clinical test using lots of sophisticated equipment. I'll guess it's +/- 10%. Okay, now maybe someone who actually knows something about this question can suggest a better answer
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