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Sometimes, my watch gives me crazy readings such as 221 bpm at rest for my heart beat when I use the chest strap transmitter. What causes that and how can I prevent it? Could it be my WiFi internet network that interfere with the chest strap signal? Thanks.

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Make sure your chest strap is a good fit so it doesn't move, not too slack. Also you need to wet the sensors so that you get a good connection. On the Garmin ones they recommend using an electrode gel but that costs money and I find spit/saliva works just as well.

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