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Six Running Watches (under £100)
By on 08/02/2010 17:21:27
You don't have to break the bank to train smarter. We test six of the best running watches for under £100
?Chronograph and interval timer You should at least be able to time the total length of your run and keep a tab on individual lap times if you're interval training.Log You don't always have time to review your data straight after training so your watch should be able
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Heart-Rate Monitors - For Women
By Runner's World on 13/01/2005 10:34:58
Find out how three ladies heart-rate monitors measure up
When Runner's World readers were asked to list their essential kit last year, heart-rate monitors came out on top. Unfortunately for the female runner, using a heart-rate monitor is usually an uncomfortable experience, requiring 10 minutes before
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RW's Running Watches Test
By Rob Spedding on 08/07/2002 10:32:47
8 good running watches reviewed
Adidas FX100 £80Key feature Interval training functionEvaluation Adidas’s SF100, with its split face, is either an innovative design or a ridiculous one, depending on your perspective. Nevertheless, that design comes with plenty of useable
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RW Heart Rate Monitor Test
By Runner's World on 08/10/2007 14:42:37
RW tests heart rate monitors from Dunlop, Suunto, New Balance, Oregon Scientific, Sigma, Cardiosport, Reebok and Nike
have heart-rate zones you can set to keep your run at the right level, and at the top of the scale, your HRM can act as a virtual coach. We tested eight models from across the spectrum.Dunlop Velocity, £60 Features 3 target HR zones, interval timer
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RW Heart Rate Monitor Test
By Runner's World on 29/08/2006 12:16:15
RW tests products from Polar, Suunto, Garmin and Lloydspharmacy
, £140 Suunto claims that the T4 is a personal trainer on your wrist. As you run it measures your heart rate, the intervals between heart beats and the fluctuation between intervals. It then displays the effectiveness of your workout on a one
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RW Test: Home Treadmills
By Kerry McCarthy on 08/01/2010 11:10:05
Keep your training on track through winter with our guide to home treadmills
sessions: aim to run your longer intervals (three to eight minutes) just shy of your 10K pace, and your shorter efforts (one to three minutes) closer to your 5K pace. Indoor running means wind drag doesn't slow you down as it would outside, so your
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Heart Rate Monitors - The Basics
By David Mitchell on 20/10/2008 10:49:53
Do you need a £360 heart rate monitor - or will £30 be enough? Here's how to buy a versatile training ally
times, and average heart rate for each lap. You can also expect a countdown timer for repeated intervals (useful for speedwork sessions). For just a little more money, you’ll usually be able to set multiple target training zones. In addition, footpods
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RW Review: Garmin Forerunner 50
By Welsh Alex on 07/02/2008 15:46:40
RW product tester and forumite Welsh Alex tests Garmin's latest running device
of data and transfers training information to your computer (as well as Garmin training centre) automatically. The training centre can even delete downloaded data making it easy to manage the memories on your watch.The watch has two interval timers, which
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RW Best Heart Rate Monitors
By Rob Spedding on 06/11/2003 12:37:11
Personal, portable and practical... a heart rate monitor can revolutionise your training
for different training intensities.Smaller sized watch. Great for women, but numbers and information still easy to read.Contact: 01278 723355; www.idass.com Cardiosport Xtreme £109.99Programmable HR recovery.Interval timer can be set up for 20 intervals
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RW Sports Watch Test
By Rob Spedding on 22/06/2005 10:04:42
Have perfect timing with these sports watches. RW reviews Casio, Nike, Adidas, Timex and Suunto
while you do and you can store 20 phone numbers!Nike Triax Speed – £60With huge digits and an angled face, the Triax Speed is incredibly easy to read on the run. Five countdown timers mean it’s a great tool for interval sessions. Another excellent touch
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