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Training With Athleta Iron Girl
Click here to download a printable PDF file training guide to start training for the Athleta Iron Girl event with this easy-to-follow training guide for 5K, 10K and half marathon runs along with sprint and intermediate distance triathlons. The program was created in collabration with Athleta. Each training plan features a daily workout schedule, plus we include nutrition recommendations, a packing list, and a heart rate training guide from Polar Heart Rate Monitors.

Is Your Body Ready for a Running Race?
By Marni Sumbal

Running can great for the body and mind. However, a weak, poorly nourished, sick or injured body can leave you questioning your ability to get to a running starting line. In contrast, a well-trained, fueled and motivated body is an amazing piece of work, designed to reach goals and to live a healthy, quality life. Here are a few suggestions to make for a fun and active running season.

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Heart Rate Training 101 
Polar heart rate monitors provide motivation to help you reach your health and fitness goals. Get started today by reviewing the basics of heart rate monitoring below.

1) What is a Heart Rate Monitor (HRM)?
A heart rate monitor consists of a wrist unit and a comfortable transmitter strap that you wear around your chest.

2) How does it work?
The transmitter picks up the signals of your heart and sends them wirelessly to the wrist unit. The heart rate monitor calculates your Target Zone, a heart rate  range that is based on a percentage of your Maximum Heart Rate.

3) Why Workout with a HRM?
To reach your fitness goals, you need to exercise at the right intensity. Not too hard or too easy. A Polar heart rate monitor is the only accurate way to continuously measure your heart rate while training. Read more

4) Is heart rate training only for endurance athletes?
No. Heart rate training helps people of all exercise levels. Click here to see Polar testimonials.

Be sure to stop the Polar booth at the upcoming Iron Girl expos to see our complete line of heart rate monitors, including the new female RCX3 GPS.