How soon to wet/put on a HRM strap before workout?

net1994 7 days ago

This. I got a HRM-Dual strap on sale and will use it tomorrow. The thing is I dress up about 45 minutes before a run and so would it be okay if I wet the strap then and put it on then? I have to drive across town for the workout and it would be annoying if I had to put it on with multiple layers on and 15 F degree weather.

(I also saw on reddit that some folks use EKG gel. Not sure I'll try that unless runs are just wonky with HRM data. Running in the winter and the freezing cold doesn't help the cause.)

Also, side topic. Can I connect the hrm to my Fenix 8 AND Instinct 2X at the same time?

0 Garmin-Eiliko 7 days ago

Hello,

We recommend warming up with the strap on for 5-10 minutes before to your activity. Wearing it for 45 minutes prior is fine. Yes you can pair the strap to multiple devices.

0 net1994 7 days ago in reply to Garmin-Eiliko

Garmin-Eiliko thanks for the reply. Another question is I've heard of folks using EKG gel on the sensors and getting good results. This would be preferable as I could put the strap on at home before the run. Any reason why this would be bad?

0 Garmin-Eiliko 7 days ago in reply to net1994

As stated within this article we don't recommend electrode gels. My Heart Rate Monitor Strap is Reporting Erratic Data

0 net1994 7 days ago in reply to Garmin-Eiliko

Thanks. I'll see how it goes tomorrow.

0 Dr Phil 6 days ago

net1994 said:
The thing is I dress up about 45 minutes before a run and so would it be okay if I wet the strap then and put it on then?

Obviously the longer you have the strap on before use the drier it gets so best to keep the time to a minimum. That said, I’ve had mine on for 30 minutes and a bit more and not had any problem. I do always thoroughly soak the whole strap too so that will help.