This heart rate monitor is very user friendly for beginners.	Very easy to use straight out of the box.	However, this product comes with an instruction booklet and internet instructions if you need help with initial set up.	You can program your target heart rate and there is an audible beep when you are in or fall out of target range.	Very easy to read display which can also has a backlight.	The only drawback is the log will only store the last workout data.	Overall a very nice beginner heart rate monitor.