Polar FT80 heart monitor - click to enlarge
Next
model down?? It has to be the new : Polar
FT60. The Polar FT60 does NOT have the ability to produce a weight training programme.
However, if you are mainly a runner / jogger you may well benefit
from the Polar RS400/800 running
computer / heart rate monitor. It provides; calories burnt,
stopwatch with laps and splits, 3 line display, 5 x HR training
zone, coded transmission to prevent crosstalk and FULL PC download with time versus heart rate curves... please click
here to view the new Polar RS400 and Polar RS800SD
Why
buy the Polar FT80 from us?
Presentation
: This heart rate monitor comes in a disposable cardboard box
that may be re-used as a storage box for this HRM.
polarpersonaltrainer.com - click for details
Flowlink upload is now MAC compatible (OSX 10.5 or above) and Win XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7
IMPORTANT
NOTE: The new FT80 has a Polar WebSynch feature.
The necessary Polar interface software to run these features is
free to download from polarpersonaltrainer.com. The user can set training goals (10k. 1/2 marathon, Marathon etc) and monitor training progress between the watch and the diary. If you get stuck, you can call
us. This feature does not download to your own local PC, but to the
online training diary.. To use this feature you NEED the Polar Flow Link device - PROVIDED FREE with the FT80.
POLAR Heart Rate Monitors HOME PAGE
Polar Strength Training Program ** - not found on FT60/40 : Polar Strength Training helps you to optimize your strength training by reading your heart rate and informing when your body is ready for the next set. It guides you how long to rest between each set in order to get the optimal impact. You can download set movements and follow your progress at polarpersonaltrainer.com. BHIP Ltd have reviewed this feature and it is a VAST IMPROVEMENT on the older system "Body WorkOut" program found on the Polar F55. The new system is far more flexible and allows the user to pre-plan a complete session (up to 3), name it, save it and upload it to the watch. Click here for an example of Polar Strength Program via website
Polar OwnRelax programme* - not found on FT60/40 : OwnRelax is the result of a relaxation session, which is an easy and quick way to test how relaxed your body is. The 5-minute relaxation session is based on heart rate and heart rate variability. OwnRelax helps to track and improve overall well being. Daily relaxation session can be done anywhere, anytime, lying down, or sitting comfortably with no talk or disturbing noises
POLAR - Heart Rate Monitors range
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Polar FT80 - Polar FT80G1
The best way to fine-tune your body
Dedication best describes those who are seriously into their training. Polar FT80 (or Polar FT80G1 - with G1 GPS) is the most dedicated training partner for the most devoted fitness enthusiasts. This intelligent training computer helps you achieve maximum efficiency and reach your workout targets for both cardio and strength training, plus its stylish design is comfortable during a hot workout or in everyday use. The Polar FT80 is a UNISEX size
Polar FT80 heart rate monitor demo
- Innovative Strength training guidance feature helps you have a fitter body - can be used to interface and plan strength training sessions via online system
- New Polar STAR training program gives you weekly training targets, adapts to your training habits to guide you without being too strict and allows you flexibility during the week
- Fitness test measures your aerobic fitness at rest in just five minutes
- FT80 shows you the calories burned
- Comes with Polar FlowLink™ for connection to polarpersonaltrainer.com (plan - review and monitor your training using this free to use Polar training website)
Please note - to make an FT80G1 package, just tick the box for the Polar G1 GPS then add to cart : FT80 + G1 = FT80G1
- New Polar STAR training program gives you weekly training targets, adapts to your training habits to guide you without being too strict and allows you flexibility during the week (not found on the FT40)
- Fitness test measures your aerobic fitness at rest in just five minutes
- FT80 also shows you the calories burned
all
of this data is copyright protected by BHIP Ltd
© BHIP Ltd 2008
Basic features of Polar FT80 heart rate monitor
Automatic age-based target zone (% / bpm)
Backlight
Graphical target zone indicator
Heart rate (displayed as % of maximum heart rate)
Heart rate (displayed as bpm)
HeartTouch™, button-free operation of wrist unit
KeyLock
Heart rate (displayed as graphical trend) - Strength training (not found on FT60/40)
Manual target zone (% / bpm)
Sound volume level setting
Visual and audible alarm in target zones
Water resistant - 30m
Data transfer of Polar FT80 heart rate monitor
GPS features of Polar FT80 heart rate monitor
Battery type - opt. with G1 GPS sensor
Full power mode (up to 30 hours with an optional lithium battery) - opt. with G1 GPS sensor
Low battery indicator - opt. with G1 GPS sensor
Low power battery mode - opt. with G1 GPS
SIRF-III chipset - opt. with G1 GPS sensor
Shock resistant - opt. with G1 GPS sensor
Speed and Distance - opt. with G1 GPS sensor
WAAS support (wide area augmentation) - opt.
with G1 GPS sensor
Water resistant - opt. with G1 GPS sensor
Language features of Polar FT80 heart rate monitor
Display text in English, German, Finnish, French, Portuguese, Spanish and Italian
Polar exercise features of Polar FT80 heart rate monitor
Average heart rate of total exercise
Exercise Date
HR-based target zones with audible alarm
HR-based target zones with visual alarm
Maximum heart rate of total exercise
Polar Fitness Test™ with OwnIndex®
Polar OwnCal®
Polar OwnRelax (*see note in left hand border)
(not found on FT60/40)
Polar OwnCode® (5kHz)
Polar OwnZone®
Polar Star Training Program
Polar Strength Training Program (**see note left)
(not found on FT60/40)
Wireless ECG accurate heart rate
ZoneLock
ZonePointer
Recording features of Polar FT80 heart rate monitor
Average heart rate
Calorie expenditure (Exercise/Weekly/Total/Fat%)
Distance (total) - opt. with GPS sensor or foot pod
Exercise Time (total)
Maximum heart rate
Number of exercise files (with summaries) - 100
Time in target zone
Running features of Polar FT80 heart rate monitor
S1 foot pod™ or G1 GPS - opt.
WearLink® coded transmitter (changeable battery)
Watch features of Polar FT80 heart rate monitor
Alarm with snooze
Date and weekday indicator
Dual time zone
Low battery indicator
Time of day (12/24h) with alarm
User replaceable battery
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| Further BHIP Ltd comment : Having now spent some time playing with this new Polar FT80 we felt it necessary to report on just how good this new Polar FT80 actually is. The first thing we have to say is that is the best looking, best made, sleekest Polar HRM we have ever seen, just 1cm deep - with "proper" metal outer case and buttons with glass / ceramic face - no plastic - apart from a very soft polyurethane strap....
Flowlink upload is now MAC compatible (OSX 10.5 or above) and Win XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7
Aesthetics aside - it has 2 x new great features. The built in cardiovascular training program to monitor and plan your daily / weekly training schedules. It also has up to 3 x Strength Training programs (stored in the watch) that can be personalised to suit your specific requirements. The watch will prompt what exercise you are to do, how many sets/reps and at what weight (all manually adjustable). it even monitors your heart rate between reps to ensure adequate recovery... EXCELLENT - well done Polar |