24/03/2026
I often get asked: "Is it worth investing in a Heart Rate Monitor (HRM)?"
My answer is always the same: It’s not a MUST, but it’s definitely a GOOD TO HAVE.
If you’re a beginner, an HRM is like a speedometer for your heart. It stops you from going too fast, too soon. It’s great for feedback while you're still learning what "easy" or "hard" actually feels like.
While the data is great, the long-term success of your training doesn't depend on a strap or a sensor; it depends on your ability to tune in to your own physiology.
Don't run by the numbers. Run based on how your body reacts, check your charts because it is easy to interpret than checking all those numbers.
The real goal isn't to hit a specific number on your watch. It’s to get to a point where how you feel matches what the chart shows.
Use the data to learn, but eventually, you should be able to "feel" your pace without looking at your wrist. 😊