Exercise intensity

G-SHOCK Debuts First-Ever Model Featuring Built-In Heart Rate Monitor

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Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Branches of biology, Medicine, Physiology, Physical exercise, Exercise physiology, Respiratory physiology, VO2 max, Cardiovascular physiology, Exercise equipment, Endurance training, Shock, Exercise intensity

DOVER, N.J., April 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Casio G-SHOCK announced the release of the GBDH1000, the brand's first-ever timepiece equipped with a built-in heart rate monitor.

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  • DOVER, N.J., April 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Casio G-SHOCK announced the release of the GBDH1000, the brand's first-ever timepiece equipped with a built-in heart rate monitor.
  • The heart rate monitor displays the current heart rate, as well as a heart rate zone that shows exercise intensity at five stages, (Recovery, Base, Cardio, At Threshold, and Maximum), and is useful for pace management during activities and endurance training.
  • G-SHOCK Move also estimates VO2max, which measures the maximum rate of oxygen consumption as a benchmark for cardiorespiratory ability when the user is trying to build endurance for running or other sports.
  • In addition to key training functions, G-SHOCK Move also includes G-SHOCK features and capabilities, such as: