Running watch

Running watch

Now healthy lifestyle is in fashion: regular exercise, stopping smoking, proper nutrition. Running is one of the most effective and affordable sports activities. If you decide to join all this, you are fascinated by jogging, you want to improve your results, do not do without analyzing the indicators.

Beginners will be quite enough to control the pulse rate and mileage. The last two indicators will help to control a special application installed on the smartphone. To measure the pulse fit the most simple heart rate monitor, or you can calculate it yourself. But for those runners who do not want to stop there, they plan to further improve themselves and take part in competitions, it is advisable to purchase a special sports watch.

Options and features

On the modern market, running watches are presented in a fairly wide range. These are simple models, equipped with several basic options, and top-end chronometers with very wide functionality. In order not to get confused in such a variety and choose the right model for yourself, it is necessary to navigate in the possible functionality:

1. GPS sensor. According to his data, the number of kilometers covered and the time spent on this is determined. The path is drawn, the average speed is calculated.

2. Pulsometer. In order not to overdo it with the load, it is imperative to monitor the pulse. Certain models are already included with the sensor, which is mounted on the chest. If it is not attached to your watch, then it should be purchased separately. Models with a built-in LED sensor that measures the pulse directly on the wrist are less common.

3. Pulse zones. To determine the optimal range of the pulse during physical exertion, a laboratory test is required. There are quite a few models on the market that have this option built into it.

4. The volume of oxygen consumed. It shows how much oxygen the body consumed during exercise. If VO2max gradually increases, it means that you increase your own endurance and the intensity of playing sports.

5. Period of recovery. An indispensable option for people running quite a lot. The chronometer will show how long the body will need to recover and continue the race.

6. Auto pause. Stops the timer if you stop the movement and automatically start it when the movement resumes.

7. Calorie counter. The option is present in most of these watches. Shows how many calories you have spent on training calories, based on your age, weight, height.

8. Planning sports activities. By means of software, your workout programs are loaded into the watch, which can be viewed at a convenient time. So you do not miss anything.

9. Multisport. It is irreplaceable for those who are fond of different kinds of sports: jogging, swimming, cycling. The program itself go into the desired mode.

10. Barometric altimeter. It will take athletes running in the mountains. Determines the height based on the pressure drop.

11. GPS altitude. The option is intended for trail runners and skyrunners.

12. Compatible with PC and smartphone. The clock connects to the gadget, allowing you to view information about the intensity of training on a convenient screen.

13. Bluetooth Smart. Provides the ability to connect to the chronometer different devices: heart rate monitor, headphones, etc.

14. Highlighting. It is easy to tap your finger on the screen so that it turns on. Convenient for lovers of night runs.

15. Water resistant. It is provided for each sports watch model, but may differ in the allowable depth of dive and the time spent under water.

16. Battery charge indicator. Shows the charge level of the power supply.

17. Opening hours. The feature will be useful to those planning to take part in ultra marathons or trail races.

18. Language. The Russian-language interface is not provided in every model.

These are the options that may be present in a sports-type wristwatch. No wider functionality is provided..

How to make the right choice

The first thing you need is to decide on the manufacturer. Each brand in addition to the clock produces specialized applications. They will not work with the goods of another manufacturer, and it is better to keep all their “sports” history in one place.

From this point of view, it is worth choosing a reliable and proven brand, because the watches are bought not for 1-2 months, but for years. Quality should be on top, and only decent manufacturers can provide it.

The interface of all models of the same brand is identical, choose the one that you find most convenient for future work.

Now that we have decided on the manufacturer, we can proceed to the selection of a specific model. And here you should focus on the functional. Determine which options you really need and which you don’t. Does it make sense to overpay for something that you are unlikely to use? Beginners and runners will have enough hours with GPS and heart rate monitor. They will help monitor indicators such as mileage, speed and pulse. Professional athletes better pay attention to the higher level models with a battery indicator, options for measuring height, running efficiency, etc.

It is also worth taking into account the weight of the model. Heavy watches will not be very comfortable during long runs, delivering discomfort. Ideally, the clock is better to try on, feel them on your hand.

The online store Best-Time offers a large selection of sports models of watches that are designed to run. All of them are represented in a wide price range, have different functionalities, allowing each customer to find individual solutions for themselves. If you want to measure your favorite model before you buy, go to one of our retail stores. All our products are certified and are subject to the official guarantees of the manufacturer.

We are sure that each of us will find the best running watch model for you.