Polar RCX5 G5 Heart Rate Monitor (Red)
Designed for triathletes, serious runners, and endurance athletes, the RCX5 watch and heart rate monitor is versatile and durable enough for any sporting activity. Unique sports profiles guarantee a swift switch between sports, and the ZoneOptimizer coaches you to train at the right intensity, improving performance with downloadable endurance training programs. The unit provides heart rate information even in the water with a comfortable hybrid transmitter, and a Race pace function helps you cross the finish line in time.The RCX5 watch and heart rate monitor is versatile and durable enough for any sporting activity, making it ideal for triathletes.What's in the box?RCX5 training computerWearLink+ Hybrid transmitterG5 GPS sensorDataLink data transfer unitRCX5 Getting Started GuideG5 GPS sensor User ManualSmart Coaching FeaturesEndurance Programs:These running and cycling programs include recommended warm-up, exercise, and cool-down phases for every training session. The programs are customized to your specific needs and fitness level, optimizing your endurance training by adapting and updating your training routines every four weeks.Fitness Test:If you’re looking to improve your fitness and want to keep up-to-date with how well you’re doing, the smart Fitness Test provides crucial data in just five minutes. By regularly comparing your test results, you can see what progress you are making and how your fitness is improving.Running Index:Regular use over time allows you to see how efficient your running is. Your Running Index score is calculated automatically after every run, based on your heart rate and speed data collected from your GPS or stride sensor.Smart Calories:OwnCal accurately calculates the number of calories expended during a training session based on your weight, height, age, gender, individual maximum heart rate (HRmax), and how hard you’re training.Training Load:Shows at-a-glance info regarding your daily cumulative training load, and advises if and when rest days are needed, and when it’s best to train harder in order to maintain your performance improvement.Zone Optimizer:By using ZoneOptimizer, you can achieve the training effect you’re looking for, as the feature adjusts your five heart rate training zones to match your body’s current physiological condition.Body Measurement FeaturesAutomatic age-based target zoneAverage and maximum heart rate of each lapAverage, minimum, and maximum heart rate of trainingHeart rate expressed as the number of beats per minute or as a percentage of your maximum heart rateHR-based target zones with visual and audible alarmHRmax; age-based, Polar Fitness test-based, and user-setManual target zonePolar Fitness TestPolar OwnCal calorie expenditure with fat percentagePolar OwnCode (5kHz/2.4 GHz W.I.N.D.) coded transmissionPolar sport zonesPolar ZoneOptimizer personalized sport zonesCS Cadence Sensor W.I.N.D. FeaturesBike settings for two bicyclesCurrent, average, and maximum cadenceCS Speed Sensor W.I.N.D. FeaturesAutomatic start and stopBike settings for two bicyclesDistance-based intervalDistance -- training, lap, trip, and totalRace paceSpeed -- current, average and maximumSpeed-based target zones with visual and audible alarmSpeedPointerData TransferCompatible with Mac (Intel-based) via Polar DataLinkCompatible with PC via Polar DataLinkCompatible with polarpersonaltrainer.com via Polar DataLinkG5 GPS Sensor FeaturesDistance based intervalDistance -- training, lap, trip, and totalRace PaceRoute mapping optional with Polar web serviceRunning IndexSpeed/Pace -- current, average and maximumSpeed/Pace-based target zones with visual and audible alarmSpeedPointerPolarpersonaltrainer.com FeaturesAdvanced training analyzingEndurance programsMap view optional with GPS sensorTraining diaryTraining LoadTraining programsRecording FeaturesAdjustable recording rate one, two, five, 15, or 60 secondsMemory left indicationTotals99 training files (with summaries)Weekly historys3/s3+ Stride Sensor FeaturesAverage stride lengthCadence -- current, average, and maximumDistance -- training, lap, trip, and totalRace PaceRunning IndexSpeed/Pace -- current, average and maximumSpeed/Pace-based target zones with visual and audible alarmTraining FeaturesAutomatic lap recordingDisplay zoomGraphical target zone indicatorHeartTouch -- button-free operation of wrist unitInterval trainer guided workouts -- heart rate/pace/distance99 lapsUp to 15 sport profilesTraining computer settingsUser configurable displaysZoneLockZonePointerWatch FeaturesBacklightDate and weekday indicatorDisplay text in English, German, Finnish, Swedish, French, Portuguese, Spanish, and ItalianDual time zoneKeyLockLow battery indicatorStopWatchTime of day (12/24h) with alarm and snoozeTraining reminderUser-replaceable batteryWater resistant to 30 metersWarrantyPolar products include a limited two-year manufacturer's warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.About PolarPolar helps you truly understand and maximize your training. The company's combination of expertise in sports, physiology, and electronics results in its technologically innovative product line of sports and fitness tools, dating back to 1977. Polar caters to all fitness levels by offering a comprehensive product range, in order to help athletes -- from professional-level performers to those simply wanting to get in shape -- achieve desired results.