This original T4 has been superceded by the only slightly different T4 comfort, hence it is on sale. See related products at the bottom of the page for the T4 comfort.
The Suunto T4 is the third model in the New Suunto T (training) series. Aimed
at those who are serious about their training. The Suunto T4 features the Suunto
Coach which generates a 5-day plan for improving your aerobic condition. Employing
Training Effect technology, it tells you which days to workout with information
on duration and intensity. It will also decide which days you need to take a rest.
A great tool for those who really want to improve.
Features
& Specifications
Suunto Coach (adaptive training
advisor)
Real-time Training Effect
Current heart rate, average heart rate
and maximum heart rate
Real-time calories burned
Three-tier zone training
system with alarms
2 adjustable HR limits with alarms
Speed and distance
with optional Foot POD, Bike POD or GPS POD
Compatible with PC POD
Dual
time, date and alarm
Log memory for 15 workouts
Stopwatch with 50 split
laps
Interval timer
User-replaceable battery
HR Belt with error-free
ANT transmission technology
Water resistant to 30m (100 ft)
Interchangeable
straps
Suunto say -' It's good to have a goal.
And it's even better to have a plan. Designed for athletes in training, the Suunto
t4 monitors your progress and makes intelligent workout recommendations for frequency,
duration and intensity. Whether you accept or decline a recommended workout, the
Suunto T4 continues to adapt, maintaining an up-to-date plan for your athletic
success.
Using the Suunto Coach feature, the Suunto T4 generates a 5-day
plan for improving your aerobic condition. Employing Training Effect technology,
it tells you which days to workout with information on duration and intensity.
If you accept a recommended workout, the Suunto T4 will guide you through
the session to make sure you receive the proper training load. If you decline
a recommended workout in favor of a rest day or a non-recommended workout, the
Suunto T4 will continue to monitor and adapt, adjusting your 10-day plan accordingly.'
The Suunto T4 comes in 2 versions
Suunto T4 Black & White Webbing
(1 piece webbing strap with clasp closure, positive face)
Suunto T4 Black
Volcano (2 piece rubber strap, fire coloured inner display, positive face)
Suunto
T4 Review
Review by Jake, Facewest Director.
I started a new fitness
regime about 6 months ago. I am 38, always been a keen skier and mountain biker
but never "really fit" . I wanted a HRM to improve my gym sessions,
and thought I would try the T4.
To be honest I was a bit skeptical about the
Coach function but thought I would try it out.
I have been very impressed
with the T4 firstly the TE (Training Effect) values give you an idea of the effectiveness
of the sessions. The "Coach" takes a while to figure out your routine
and stamina levels- for the first 5 or 6 sessions you are basically teaching
the T4 about yourself. After it has been set up the Coach gives recommendations
on each days workouts, attempting to maximise your benefit from each session.
What
I found was:
Positives
1) I found the Suunto T4 to be a great motivator.
"Suunto Coach says do a session of Training effect 4 today" So I go
to the gym, or out on my bike when otherwise I might have found excuses. Further
when I am doing a session I will generally be much more focussed at getting the
correct workout. So I put more effort in. I think owning any Heart Rate monitor
will improve your motivation, but the Coaching functions of the T4 really does
push me to do more.
2) After a few days hard effort the Suunto T4 Coach tells
you when to rest. Knowing when to rest is very important and not as intuitive
as you might think, and I believe it has improved my training.
Negatives
If
you don't record a session the T4 doesn't know about it. This is obvious, but
if a big part of your routine is swimming then the T4 will struggle to maximise
your training since you cannot wear the HRM whilst swimming.
Overall I think
the Suunto T4 Coach is a useful function for someone like me. If you are more
professional in your training then you won't need it. But for anyone lacking motivation,
or requiring a training discipline, it will be a great purchase. |
If
you require more information follow this link to the Suunto.com download site
where the manual is available - HERE
