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Heart rate monitors and fitness trackers are a great way to measure your\u00a0clients\u2019 fitness and track their improvement \u2013 and help them hit their\u00a0targets. The Fitpro<\/em>\u00a0magazine team has rounded up the best of the current offerings for the Winter edition and we’re sharing our findings\u00a0with you here on the FitPro blog too. Which one will be on your Christmas shopping list?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

For more from Fitpro<\/em> magazine, download the Winter 2015 issue now via the app at\u00a0fitpro.com\/app.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

MYZONE MZ-3<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Why you’ll want one<\/h5>\n

The live data can be viewed in a group\u00a0setting in a club environment or on an individual basis on your\u00a0tablet or smartphone. The data is then saved on your phone or\u00a0tablet in easy-to-understand, colour coded graph form. Your\u00a0efforts are calculated (based on intensity levels) and tracked per\u00a0month against national best advice.<\/p>\n

Is it rocket science?<\/h5>\n

Couldn\u2019t be easier to use. Download the\u00a0free app for your device, register the device with your club\u00a0and off you go. You wear the device around your chest, which\u00a0records more accurate data than wrist-worn devices.<\/p>\n

Functions<\/h5>\n

Continuous live data of heart rate, effort stream\u00a0based on maximum heart rate and calories burned as well as\u00a0MEPs (MYZONE\u2019s own effort matrix). You can connect to friends\u00a0to share workout data and create challenges.<\/p>\n

Good for trainer because …<\/h5>\n

It allows a complete review of\u00a0all your clients\u2019 workouts, even ones where the trainer was not\u00a0present, with intensity levels per minute shown in graph form.<\/p>\n

Good for client because …<\/h5>\n

The set-up and use is easy, and it\u00a0provides \u2018at a glance\u2019 data. It also very cleverly amends your\u00a0max heart rate as it learns more about your abilities.<\/p>\n

High point?<\/h5>\n

For club owners who want to reward members for\u00a0regular exercise it is a great method of capturing the data.<\/p>\n

Low point?<\/h5>\n

It straps on around your chest, so is a little cumbersome\u00a0compared to wrist-use monitors.<\/p>\n

RRP \u00a3129.99 myzone.org<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Fitbit Surge<\/h3>\n

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Why you’ll want one<\/h5>\n

Fitbit\u2019s latest and most advanced\u00a0release, which they dubbed the \u2018fitness SuperWatch\u2019, has\u00a0constant heart-rate tracking and GPS.<\/p>\n

Is it rocket science?<\/h5>\n

Extremely easy to set up. I plugged it\u00a0in to a Macbook, downloaded the software and it connected\u00a0straight away. It synced immediately with an iPhone and the\u00a0watch itself is very simple to navigate. A button on the side\u00a0combines with a touch screen, making it fairly intuitive.<\/p>\n

Functions<\/h5>\n

Users can view their heart rate, set off on a run\u00a0or track a pre-programmed activity, including yoga, cycling\u00a0or just a workout. The Surge has GPS, includes pace and\u00a0elevation, tracks floors climbed, has a heart rate monitor and\u00a0sleep monitor, and offers call and text notifications.<\/p>\n

Good for trainer because …<\/h5>\n

It\u2019s easy to see clients\u2019 activity\u00a0levels via steps, running activity through GPS and sleep\u00a0duration if they share their dashboard with you.<\/p>\n

Good for client because …<\/h5>\n

It has a super-easy set-up, looks\u00a0good with a range of colours and helps ensure they complete\u00a0a minimum amount of physical activity each day (by setting\u00a0bespoke targets), making them accountable and more likely to\u00a0remain active.<\/p>\n

High point?<\/h5>\n

Constant heart-rate monitoring, accurate step\u00a0tracking, easy-to-read screen and easy to navigate.<\/p>\n

Low point?<\/h5>\n

Loses accuracy of heart rate if your workout\u00a0becomes more intense when you\u2019re doing moves such as\u00a0burpees, ropes, tyre flips or sprints.<\/p>\n

RRP \u00a3199 fitbit.com<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Polar A300 Watch<\/h3>\n

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Why you’ll want one<\/h5>\n

You can use it to monitor running, cycling\u00a0and swimming speeds and distance. Plus it works under water,\u00a0so the tracking never stops! Also boasts a subtle \u2018Time to Move\u2019\u00a0vibration on your wrist, which is a great motivator to prompt\u00a0you to get up and move, whether it is a short sprint around the\u00a0neighbourhood or a walk around the office.<\/p>\n

Is it rocket science?<\/h5>\n

Up and running in a couple of minutes.\u00a0Open the box, plug it into your PC, download the app and you\u00a0are good to go!<\/p>\n

Functions<\/h5>\n

Tracks 24\/7 daily activity, calories, steps and distance\u00a0covered. Vibrating inactivity alerts help you keep moving\u00a0throughout the day. Automatically tracks your sleep time and\u00a0quality.<\/p>\n

Good for trainer because …<\/h5>\n

You can monitor and track a number\u00a0of clients\u2019 fitness progress via the app and online website.<\/p>\n

Good for client because …<\/h5>\n

The free online community and\u00a0service helps you understand the impact of your activity,\u00a0monitors long-term progress and shares it with your trainer.<\/p>\n

High point?<\/h5>\n

Tracks everything\u00a0you do including swimming and\u00a0is waterproof. Also it\u2019s very easy\u00a0to use and works well with the\u00a0Polar app.<\/p>\n

Low point?<\/h5>\n

Quite chunky and\u00a0there\u2019s no heart rate function\u00a0without using a strap.<\/p>\n

\u00a394.50 (\u00a3124.50 with heart rate sensor) polar.com<\/a>
\nThe changeable coloured wrist straps\u00a0are also available for \u00a319.50<\/p>\n

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Mio ALPHA 2 Punch<\/h3>\n

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Why you’ll want one<\/h5>\n

The ALPHA 2 Punch is an EKG-accurate\u00a0heart rate monitor that doesn\u2019t require a chest strap. As well as\u00a0connecting to the Mio GO app, it can also be used with your\u00a0favourite fitness app (e.g., Wahoo or Strava).<\/p>\n

Is it rocket science?<\/h5>\n

Only takes a few minutes to set up.<\/p>\n

Functions<\/h5>\n

Customisable display, accurate calorie burn estimates,\u00a0Bluetooth Smart (4.0) connectivity, rechargeable battery\u00a0and a USB charging dock.<\/p>\n

Good for trainer because …<\/h5>\n

You can watch your heart rate drop\u00a0lower than you\u2019re aiming for and you\u2019ll know when to pick up the\u00a0speed and get an insight into the importance of pace.<\/p>\n

Good for client because …<\/h5>\n

It ensures your client stays in the\u00a0right zone, so they can get the most from their session.<\/p>\n

High point?<\/h5>\n

Great battery life and linking it with the app gives\u00a0you more insight.<\/p>\n

Low point?<\/h5>\n

Quite chunky to wear if you\u2019re not used to wearing a\u00a0watch while you run and the display isn\u2019t that easy to read when\u00a0in dimly lit conditions.<\/p>\n

RRP \u00a3149.90 amazon.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n

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Jawbone UP2<\/h3>\n

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Why you’ll want one<\/h5>\n

Its slim design and easy-to-fit straps\u00a0made wearing this day to day unnoticeable. It has an amazing\u00a0battery life \u2013 easily a week of workouts. With an accurate step\u00a0and sleep counter, this tracker\u2019s best feature is the app, which is\u00a0very intuitive and easy to use.<\/p>\n

Is it rocket science?<\/h5>\n

As a gadget guy, I love all things tech and\u00a0digital but, as biased as I am, this was a simple device to use.\u00a0You can also force data though the app if you need stats quicker\u00a0(e.g., directly after a workout).<\/p>\n

Functions<\/h5>\n

The key features are the activity tracker, sleep tracker\u00a0and smart coach. Smart coach really helps you get through your\u00a0workout with some really useful facts with your progress updates.<\/p>\n

Good for trainer because …<\/h5>\n

… of the in-app review of progress\u00a0and sharing data \u2013 easily review clients\u2019 progress with the in-app\u00a0stats and smart coach share features. Also, the \u2018at a glance\u2019 user\u00a0trends review is useful. Another great feature for those with a\u00a0competitive edge is \u2018Duels\u2019. A trainer can pitch clients against\u00a0each other for that competitive edge to training.<\/p>\n

Good for client because …<\/h5>\n

Smart coach has to be the winner\u00a0here. Additionally, for the more tech savvy, you can also link a\u00a0large array of other fitness and nutrition apps to the dashboard.<\/p>\n

High point?<\/h5>\n

Accurate step and sleep data tracking, smart alarm\u00a0and trend viewing are just some of the great features on the\u00a0app.<\/p>\n

Low point?<\/h5>\n

The clasp-on strap\u00a0came loose from time to time and it can\u00a0be difficult to activate sleep tracking\u00a0mode but overall a pleasure
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RRP \u00a389.99 jawbone.com<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Download the FitPro app to view the full Winter issue of Fitpro<\/em> magazine digitally today via\u00a0fitpro.com\/app\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Also in Fitpro<\/em> magazine’s Winter 2015 issue: Women in fitness: Adding more to the ranks \/\/ Go with the flow: Parkour in action \/\/ A bend too far: Yoga and hypermobility \/\/ The detox myth: Going beyond the hype \/\/ Body image: Changing ourselves first \/\/ New year, new frontier: FitPro LIVE 2016 Workshop Series<\/h5>\n
Out now to download at\u00a0fitpro.com\/app<\/a>. What will you discover in this issue?<\/h5>\n

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