In order to avoid disgust from playing sports, it is necessary to properly organize training. Proper organization involves the selection of the optimal pace and intensity of classes. In our world, all technologies are digitized. Sports were no exception. To carry out the correct organization of the training, a watch appeared that measured the pulse and pressure. In addition to being used in sports life, such devices can be used daily.
The concept of similar watches
Watches that measure heart rate and blood pressure have appeared on the market relatively recently. They allow you to monitor your he alth anywhere. Some models are called watches because their appearance is very similar to this device. But their operating principle is different. When measuring pulse and pressure, these data are wirelessly transmitted to the processing of the received information, after which the received numbers are displayed on the dial. While this principle applies to all such devices, manymodels also have a built-in clock.
Why do we need such watches in sports
When performing loads, an athlete cannot independently assess the state of his body. It seems that everything is fine, and then there is a sharp deterioration in he alth. Therefore, sports should be practiced with devices that allow you to control the state of the body.
Sports watch helps to carry out these functions. They incorporate a blood pressure monitor, heart rate monitor, and often a pedometer, which allows you to choose the optimal pace of training, as well as the duration and frequency of rest periods for recovery.
Pulsometer is required to perform measurements of the fluctuations of the walls of blood vessels. With the help of a tonometer, the pressure in the aorta is measured. Excessive physical activity dramatically increases blood pressure, which can even lead to a stroke or heart attack. With the help of a watch with a tonometer and a heart rate monitor, it is possible to prevent such a negative scenario.
Purchase Criteria
When choosing a sports watch and other similar devices, you need to be guided by several criteria:
- the number of functions performed - the more of them, the more charge they consume and can be discharged at the most inopportune moment;
- synchronization with other mobile gadgets or computers with different operating systems;
- signaling the approach of a critical point (it can be sound, or it can be vibration);
- data displayed by watches must be accurate and reproducible by traditional devices;
- watches must be shockproof andwaterproof;
- also, when choosing, you need to consider the aesthetic performance and safety of the watch.
Terms of Use
Watches with a tonometer and a heart rate monitor must be used in accordance with the recommendations given by the manufacturers in the instructions. Each model has its own characteristics, but there are also common characteristics for these devices.
Thus, blood pressure is determined by calculation when entering the basic parameter. As such, for people suffering from hypo- and hypertension, one should enter their normal pressure, corresponding to their structure and age, and the pressure that causes unpleasant symptoms. Athletes enter indications as basic ones at rest and after exercise, and the latter should be determined after performing a set of exercises provided for in the instructions.
The back cover of the watch should fit snugly against the hand, since the pulses are fed through it. Reliable data can be obtained using only the left hand.
Measuring atmospheric pressure and human pulse
Casio manufactures wristwatches that measure heart rate and blood pressure. The latter is measured not by blood, but by atmospheric. Sometimes such a need arises, especially for people who are exposed to the influence of meteorological factors on their he alth or for athletes climbing mountains. Thus, this watch includes a barometer. The heart rate monitor has a chest sensor, which allows you to accurately determine the frequency of contractions of the heart.muscles and prevent overload.
Similar models include Casio CHR-200-1V and Casio CHF-100-1V. The first can be used by people with a body weight of 20 to 200 kilograms from the age of 15 and up to 70 years. The stopwatch has a notebook, which contains data on the average and maximum heart rate, the time spent in the optimum zone and exit from it, the training time and the energy expended on it. This watch belongs to the category of sports and can be used for fitness and running. The screen has a fluorescent backlight, which makes it possible to read readings even in the dark.
The second model is designed for small hands. It has a powerful battery that lasts up to two years without recharging. It also displays the pulse, however, as in the first model, the blood pressure is not measured.
Watch-bracelets that measure blood pressure and pulse
For self-measurement of pressure and pulse, you can use special bracelets. They are compact, save readings indicating the dates of the measurements. The main manufacturers are located in Japan, Switzerland, Germany, UK.
Japanese made bracelets include:
- "Omron" - blood pressure measurement is carried out without decompression, "intelligent" measurement;
- "Andes" - in addition to blood pressure, arrhythmia is controlled,with the ability to use for different users;
- "Nissi" - also allows you to take measurements from different users.
The watch made in Great Britain is Longevita. Switzerland produces Microlife bracelets that show the pulse with the indication of acceptable limits, while indicating arrhythmia, hypo- and hypertension.
Young people prefer cheaper heart rate and blood pressure wristbands with only one button after workouts.
Fitness bracelets with smart technology are becoming more and more popular, which allows synchronization with smartphones.
Bracelet benefits:
- no need to take any special position to measure blood pressure;
- no extra effort required to use the device;
- they are usually made from hypoallergenic materials;
- today there are a huge variety of models of various designs, which will allow anyone to make a choice in accordance with their taste;
- readings are displayed on the screen, many models are equipped with a backlight, so readings can be seen at night and even when the electricity is turned off;
- instruments from trusted manufacturers, tested and accurate enough.
The downside is that all manufacturers use their apps for these devices, somemodels do not have an audible alert, not all are shock and water resistant.
Cost of various devices
Fitness bracelets can be bought at Eldorado stores. The price of a watch that measures pressure and pulse ranges from 1,500 to 13,000 rubles. Heart rate monitors in medical stores cost from 3,500 to 13,000 rubles. The price of a sports watch with a blood pressure monitor and a heart rate monitor is about the same.
Producer approach
Omron, one of the largest manufacturers of blood pressure monitors, has also developed a smartwatch that measures blood pressure. However, here the device consists not only of watches, in addition, the composition includes a device that is fixed on the shoulder. This is due to the fact that any movement on the wrist potentially creates an error. These devices have sensors that signal whether it is possible to measure pressure in the position that the human hand has taken. Measurement is automatically taken when the hand is in the region of the heart.
High-quality smart watches that measure blood pressure and pulse must undergo multi-level testing, receive approval from medical associations, certificates, after which they can be sold to specialized medical stores. Most of these watches sold on the Internet are considered pseudo-scientific and do not cope with their task.
In conclusion
Thus, watches that measure pulse and pressure are not fiction. When the models of these devices go through all the necessary procedures and theirWith sufficient accuracy, they can be used by people in various situations as compact tools that can always be with them. There are models that measure not only blood pressure, but also atmospheric pressure.
