Heart monitor worthwhile for turbo trainer?

Makhaira · 25 Jul 2015 at 19:06

I've just posted another thread as I'm looking at getting a turbo trainer, which is new territory for me, and I'm unsure as to whether a heart rate monitor would be worthwhile so I can "gauge" how my workout is going. Or am I better just going off feel like I would on a proper ride?

Thanks in advance.

Raptor · 25 Jul 2015 at 20:32

I tend to use mine on the turbo rather than actual rides.

#Chri5# · 25 Jul 2015 at 20:38

Do you plan to use anything like Trainer Road?

Makhaira · 25 Jul 2015 at 20:41

Honestly? No idea. I've never cycled indoors before so I thought I'd ask the question since I will mostly use it for quick blasts in an evening after work when the weather is rubbish, so I wasn't sure the best way to make use of my time/energy.

Shamrock · 27 Jul 2015 at 20:00

Sufferfest vids!

http://www.thesufferfest.com/

FishFluff · 28 Jul 2015 at 12:45

It depends. If you're trainer supports power readings with Trainer Road then I wouldn't necessarily bother with a HRM. If it doesn't then I'd definitely get one. I know people who swear by just training on 'feel' but it's a bit too subjective for my liking.

GSVBagpuss · 28 Jul 2015 at 12:58

Shamrock said:
Sufferfest vids!

http://www.thesufferfest.com/

This. Do you have a speedo on your bike?

BennyC · 28 Jul 2015 at 16:09

Ignore/duplicate.

BennyC · 28 Jul 2015 at 16:10

Get a HRM & SC sensor.~£50
Get a ANT+ USB. ~£24
Get TrainerRoad. ~£6/pm

I use my HR reading when on the Turbo and learning my zones has helped me when out on the road/climbing hugely.