How to Use the Peloton Heart Rate Band

On this page (8 sections)

1. How should you wear a Peloton heart rate band?
2. How do you pair a heart rate band with Peloton?
3. What should you check before starting a workout?
4. How does Peloton use heart rate during a workout?
5. Which monitors can you consider for Peloton workouts?
6. What if the band won’t connect or charge?
7. How can you get a more stable reading?
8. How should you choose a Peloton heart rate band?

To use a Peloton heart rate band, fit it snugly on your upper arm, pair it through your Peloton equipment or app, and confirm a heart rate appears before your workout. Follow the band’s instructions for placement and connection.

A steady fit helps the sensor stay in place as you move. If you use an armband from another brand, check that it supports the Peloton device or app you plan to use.

How should you wear a Peloton heart rate band?

Wear the band in the position its instructions specify, with the sensor held securely against your skin. A loose fit can let the monitor shift during a ride, while a band that feels too tight may be uncomfortable.

Put it on before opening the workout connection screen. Adjust the strap so it stays put when you move your arm, then check the display for a reading.

For a third-party armband, use its placement and fit directions. Optical armbands can have different sensor positions and strap designs, so don’t assume they all fit the same way.

How do you pair a heart rate band with Peloton?

Open the heart rate connection settings on your Peloton equipment or app and select the monitor when it appears. Keep the band powered on and nearby while the device searches.

The pairing steps depend on the monitor and the Peloton device you’re using. Some monitors connect through Bluetooth, and some also support ANT+.

Check the monitor’s instructions for its connection mode.

If a monitor was paired with your phone or another device, disconnect it there before trying again. A monitor may already be connected elsewhere, which can prevent it from appearing in Peloton’s connection list.

For device-specific steps, see how to add a heart rate monitor to Peloton. If you’re choosing a separate monitor, compare the best heart rate monitor for Peloton bikes.

What should you check before starting a workout?

Confirm that the monitor is connected and showing a heart rate on your Peloton screen before you begin. If it still will not connect or show a reading, see why a Peloton heart rate monitor may not work.

If there’s no reading, pause to adjust the fit or reconnect rather than relying on a blank display.

Check that the band has power and is worn as directed. For an armband with a start button, make sure it’s switched on; for other monitors, follow the brand’s startup steps.

A reading may take a short time to appear after you put the band on or open the connection screen. If it stays blank, remove and refit the band, then try reconnecting.

How does Peloton use heart rate during a workout?

Peloton displays heart rate data from a connected monitor during supported workouts. The way that information appears can vary by equipment, app, and workout.

Heart rate zones offer a way to group readings into intensity ranges. Peloton’s zone calculations depend on its settings and your profile, so review how Peloton calculates heart rate zones if you want to understand what the zones mean.

Treat workout readings as fitness information, not a medical diagnosis. If you have health concerns or symptoms during exercise, stop and seek advice from a qualified health professional.

Which monitors can you consider for Peloton workouts?

Choose a monitor based on how you prefer to wear it and which connection methods your Peloton setup supports. Confirm compatibility for the exact equipment or app before you buy.

The COROS Heart Rate Monitor is an armband that connects through Bluetooth and can pair with up to 3 devices at once. COROS says it is designed for workouts, not daily heart rate tracking, and it doesn’t support ANT+.

The COOSPO H6 Heart Rate Monitor Chest Strap is a chest-strap option with Bluetooth and ANT+ connections. COOSPO says it works with Peloton equipment and advises wetting the strap’s electrode areas before use.

The COOSPO Armband Heart Rate Monitor is an optical armband with Bluetooth and ANT+ support. COOSPO says it works with Peloton equipment and compatible training apps; its rechargeable battery supports up to 25 hours of workout use per charge.

If you want to track heart rate variability outside Peloton workouts, see how to monitor heart rate variability daily and our guide to the best heart rate variability monitor for stress. These are separate tracking needs from viewing workout heart rate.

What if the band won’t connect or charge?

Start by checking that the monitor is powered and close to the Peloton device. For charging or battery replacement steps for the Peloton monitor, see the battery guide.

Then reopen the heart rate connection screen and try pairing again.

If it won’t charge, check the cable and charging contacts according to the monitor’s instructions. For Peloton’s own monitor, follow the troubleshooting steps in why your Peloton heart rate monitor may not be charging.

For a third-party monitor, use its brand’s charging and reset guidance. Avoid forcing connectors or opening the sensor unless the instructions say to do so.

How can you get a more stable reading?

Keep the band in the recommended position and make sure it stays in contact with your skin. Refit it if it slides during movement or the reading drops out.

For a chest strap, follow its specific preparation instructions. COOSPO advises wetting the H6’s plastic electrode areas before wearing it, with extra moisture potentially needed in dry winter conditions.

If the monitor repeatedly loses connection, check whether it’s connected to another device and review its supported connection method. Bluetooth and ANT+ are different options, so the monitor and Peloton equipment must share a compatible method.

How should you choose a Peloton heart rate band?

Pick based on fit preference and connection compatibility. Choose an armband if you prefer upper-arm wear, or a chest strap if that style suits you; confirm the monitor works with your Peloton equipment or app.

The COROS armband uses Bluetooth only, while both COOSPO monitors support Bluetooth and ANT+. The H6 is a chest strap, and the COOSPO Armband Heart Rate Monitor is an armband.

Before your next ride, wear the band as directed, pair it in Peloton’s connection settings, and check for a live reading. If it doesn’t show, adjust the fit and reconnect before starting the workout.

Frequently asked questions

Where should I wear a Peloton heart rate band?

Wear an armband where its instructions recommend, usually on the upper arm, with the sensor held securely against your skin. It should feel snug enough to stay in place during movement without pinching or restricting circulation.

Adjust the band before starting and check that your equipment displays a heart rate.

How do I connect a heart rate band to Peloton?

Open the Peloton equipment or app’s heart rate monitor connection settings, then select the band when it appears. Many monitors pair through Bluetooth, while some also support ANT+.

Keep the monitor powered on and close by, and check the connection in the workout screen before you begin.

Why is my heart rate band not showing a reading?

Check that the band is powered, fitted as instructed, and paired to the Peloton device or app you’re using. If it was paired to another phone or device, disconnect it there and try again.

Reopen the connection screen and follow the monitor maker’s troubleshooting steps if the reading still doesn’t appear.

Can I use an armband heart rate monitor with Peloton?

Some armband monitors support Peloton equipment or the Peloton app through Bluetooth, but compatibility depends on the monitor and the device you’re pairing. Check the connection options for both before buying, and confirm the heart rate appears on screen during a short pre-workout check.