Message Category: Running Tips/ Training

Topic: From: Date:	Use of Heart Rate Monitor and Calculating Zones Hedge 4/19/01 4:13:33 PM ET
I read the 2 previous threads on HRM's (10/2/00, 5/17/00) and have a few questions of my own. I'm training for my 1st marathon (Marine Corp) and debating the use (or usefulness) of a HRM. Is it really necessary or should I stick to the old "pulse for 15sec x 4" method? I generally run 9-12mi/ week for recreation and fitness and don't pay too much attention to it. I run at a pace that feels good and go. Never a problem but never a distance over 10 miles, though. Advice? Also, what is a good calculator of Max & Target HR? Following Galloway training and visited Runnersworld.com and similar sites. All that I've seen are similar (200# - Age methods). Are they good or is there a different, more accurate way? Suggestions? Thanks... Hedge Post a reply on the Bulletin Board
Message thread: Use of Heart Rate Monitor and Calculating Zones - [Hedge 4/19/01 4:13:33 PM ET] Info from web sites - [Dave from Oakton, Va 4/20/01 9:34:28 PM ET] HRM on its way... - [Hedge 4/23/01 11:28:57 AM ET] too much for me - [North 4/24/01 11:18:53 AM ET] Highly recommend wearing a HRM - [Ed from Oakville 5/16/01 1:01:00 PM ET] Ed, tell us more - [Dave from Oakton Va 5/17/01 3:44:19 PM ET] My HRM - [Ed 5/31/01 5:02:35 PM ET] HRM Tips - [Steve Palladino 6/2/01 9:53:10 PM ET]

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