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Nike Timing Triax C5 Heart Rate Monitor Watch
The Nike Triax C5 Watch is a simple but effective heart rate monitor ideal for the casual exerciser who wants to take advantage of modern technology without spending hours reading a manual. The C5 has a single heart rate zone, which gives you a warning beep if you go outside a range you set. The C5 is water resistant in case of triathlon, and both the watch and chest strap have easy to change battery compartments.
$88.95 
I love this watch!
It's a great watch, and the heart moniter makes for much more accurate workouts. Also, the transmitter works on the treadmills at my gym, so the watch isn't even necessary for gym workouts. The heart rate sometimes bounces around, but much less than another standard, basic polar watch I tried out before getting this nike one. Overall a great watch at a great price.
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Training Tips
If you want to make progess in your training, join a running group. A commitment to meet on a regular basis with a group of like minded individuals will help you keep your focus.
An efficient long distance running stride will have you landing on your heal first and rolling to the front of your toes.
One of the most mentally toughening things you can do as a runner who trains daily is to add a morning run into your routine. This means you are doing two runs a day. The morning run is simply more of a mental challenge then anything else.
Have two pairs of running shoes, especially if you live in a wet climate. Consider replacing your shoes no later than 500 miles into the life of the shoes.
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