If you are looking to lose body fat, there is one piece of equipment that Aaron Marino of alpha m. suggests you buy- the heart rate monitor. You have to know if you are in your target zone to burn body fat. So what type of heart rate monitor should you buy?
With heart rate monitors, remember that you get what you pay for! Aaron says there is only one brand that he will every buy. He has used and tried many brands; however, the only brand that is actually consistent and lasts forever is Polar. Polar heart rate monitors come in a range of prices and functions. Aaron recommends getting the basic heart rate monitor. He also says that you have to get the heart rate monitor with the chest strap for accuracy.