Minimizing Risks When Exercising
Exercise may include some risk. Before beginning a
regular exercise program, it is recommended that you
answer the following questions concerning your health
status. If you answer yes to any of these questions, we
recommend that you consult a doctor before starting any
training program.
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Have you been physically inactive for the past 5 years?
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Do you have high blood pressure or high blood
cholesterol?
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Are you taking any blood pressure or heart medication?
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Do you have a history of breathing problems?
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Do you have symptoms of any disease?
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Are you recovering from a serious illness or medical
treatment?
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Do you use a pacemaker or other implanted electronic
device?
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Do you smoke?
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Are you pregnant?
Note that in addition to exercise intensity, medications for
heart conditions, blood pressure, psychological conditions,
asthma, breathing, etc., as well as some energy drinks,
alcohol, and nicotine may also affect heart rate.
It is important to be sensitive to your body’s responses
during exercise. If you feel unexpected pain or excessive
fatigue when exercising, it is recommended that you stop
the exercise or continue at a lighter intensity.
Note! If you are using a pacemaker, you can use Polar
training computers. In theory interference to pacemaker
caused by Polar products should not be possible. In
practice no reports exist to suggest anyone ever having
experienced interference. We cannot however issue an
official guarantee on our products' suitability with all
pacemakers or other implanted devices due to the variety
of devices available. If you have any doubts, or if you
experience any unusual sensations while using Polar
products, please consult your physician or contact the
implanted electronic device manufacturer to determine
safety in your case.
If you are allergic to any substance that comes into
contact with your skin or if you suspect an allergic
reaction due to using the product, check the listed
materials in Technical Specifications. To avoid any skin
reaction to the heart rate sensor, wear it over a shirt, but
moisten the shirt well under the electrodes to ensure
flawless operation.
The combined impact of moisture and intense abrasion may
cause a black color to come off the heart rate sensor’s surface,
possibly staining light-colored clothes. If you use insect repellent
on your skin, you must ensure that it does not come into contact
with the heart rate sensor.
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