Reddit reviews Polar FT4 Heart Rate Monitor Watch (Silver / Black)
We found 3 Reddit comments about Polar FT4 Heart Rate Monitor Watch (Silver / Black). Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.
Measures only heart rate and not foot stepsProvides continuous, accurate heart rate to keep your fitness training simpleSmart Calorie feature uses your personal data to provide accurate calories burnedIncludes heart rate chest strap made of soft fabric material that adapts to your body shape; Requires and includes chest strap for accurate heart rateUser replaceable battery and water resistant (30m)Connects with compatible gym equipment using GymLink
Most heart rate monitors will give you an estimated calories burned, I think. I have the Polar FT4 which is about $60 on Amazon and it's been doing its job so far!: http://www.amazon.com/Polar-Heart-Monitor-Watch-Silver/dp/B001U0OFCS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413575100&sr=8-1&keywords=polar+ft4
If you want accuracy, get a heart rate monitor with a chest strap. Polar are reasonably priced and have a great range:
The FT4 is a great starter model: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Polar-Heart-Monitor-Sports-Watch/dp/B001U0OFCS/ref=sr_1_6?s=sports&ie=UTF8&qid=1414513066&sr=1-6&keywords=heart+rate+monitor+calorie+counter
But definitely listen to u/zardozzardoz Keep track of what you eat, don't factor in exercise, unless you're running marathons and burning 2000 calories you burn very little compared to what you consume.
Honestly I would just go based off reviews on Amazon. I bought this one:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001U0OFCS/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Yes you will be fine do a little bit of cardio on lift days, I only said you will effect your gains because I think you had 1 hour of swimming which is intense cardio.