or intervals; and enough memory to store the 42 kilometre splits of a marathon if you decide to run one. You'll certainly find plenty of other functions: multi-segment countdown timers (to time efforts on speed sessions) and multiple alarms are common
, countdown timer, Hi/Lo Target Zone with audible and visual alarm.Reader Review The GT5 is heart-rate monitor with all the typical functions; basic stopwatch, training zones, interval training and the ability to record workouts and then upload them to a PC
It’s easy to understand why so many of you ask us for advice about choosing a treadmill. Next to good shoes, a treadmill may be a runner’s best friend. You can do practically anything your training demands – hills, intervals, tempo, long distance
yourself with a GPS-powered distance monitoring system.Well, yes, running can be a little pricey. But there are plenty of kit bargains out there that can keep your favourite pastime your most economical. We've gathered together a few examples of top
. Here are six of our favourites.Polar RS800sd - £354.50 As well as the usual features you’d expect from a Polar HRM – such as sports zones and Polar OwnZone – the new W.I.N.D transmitter can measure intervals between heartbeats to give a picture of your
to at least 10mph (even if you’re not a fast runner, you’ll need this for sprint intervals), and a decent warranty length.Home models have certainly come on since the last time RW looked at them, two years ago. For a reasonable outlay of £1,000- £2
running and dont have complex interval sessions as a high priority; also if you dont need to go above six-minute miling.Contact: 0115-981 6500; www.cvfitness.comProform 570 £800Defining features No programmes; sliding speed control; 10mph; 40x127cm; 0
own plan on the calendar which will then synchronise with the watch on connection. These plans can be as in-depth or vague as you like (for example, run at 10mm pace for one mile, then 10 intervals of 400m at 8mm pace followed by two minutes at 12mm
