If you’re getting into running seriously, it’s time to think about a running watch.
When you first got started, you might have done Couch to 5k. You were probably just worried about jogging for a certain amount of time. If you tracked your distance and pace, an app on your phone would have been fine.
But when you start incorporating workouts into your running routine, that’s not going to be enough. Running watches allow you to do so much more – like track custom interval workouts, race against virtual partners, and monitor your heart rate throughout a run.
Take a look through the articles below, and you’ll find a variety of guides to help you choose the best running watch and then learn how to use it.
There are a number of advanced metrics available on your Garmin watch. One of these is Garmin training load. Ever wonder what it is and how it’s calculated? Keep reading, and I’ll give you a quick rundown on what the training load metric is, how its calculated, some potential problems with the data, and how … Read more
Your Garmin watch uses several basic data points to calculate a bunch of different fitness stats. Today, let’s talk about Garmin performance condition. What is it? How does it work? Why should you care? In short, the performance condition metric on your Garmin is an estimate of how well you are running on a particular … Read more
Have you ever wondered how the Garmin VO2 max estimate on your watch works? VO2 max is one measurement of how fit you are and of your potential as an endurance athlete. Unfortunately, actually measuring your VO2 max is a complicated endeavor that includes a potentially costly trip to a sports clinic. But if you … Read more
If you’ve ever run around a track using a GPS running watch, you’ve probably been frustrated by the results. But if you’ve got a Garmin Forerunner, you’re in luck. You can use the new Garmin track mode to get accurate GPS data while running around an oval track. Today, I want to show you why … Read more
So you’ve decided that it’s time to up your running game and get a GPS running watch. But with so many options out there, it can be a bit overwhelming. Garmin offers some fantastic choices – but which model is right for you? I feel you. I was there myself, not too long ago. When … Read more
So you’re a serious runner or triathlete, and you’re looking for the best GPS watch to help with your training. You’ve narrowed it down to the Garmin Forerunner 745 vs 945, but you’re not sure which one you should pick. The bottom line is that the Garmin Forerunner 745 and the Garmin Forerunner 945 are … Read more
So you’re fairly serious about running, and you’re looking into getting a GPS running watch to help guide your training. Or maybe you want to upgrade from a more basic fitness tracker. You know that Garmin Forerunners are built for runners – but there are tons of options. If you’ve narrowed it down to a … Read more
If you’re starting to get more serious about running, you will want to get yourself a good GPS running watch. There are a ton of options out there, and it can be a bit daunting at first. But Garmin’s Forerunner line of watches are perfect for runners. The Garmin Forerunner 55 and Garmin Forerunner 245 … Read more
I have a Garmin Forerunner 245, and I love it. I like it a lot better than my old Fitbit Charge 3, and the Garmin is definitely a better watch for running. There’s only one thing that annoys me about the Garmin watch. Sometimes, it has problems charging. If you have a Forerunner, you’ve probably … Read more
One thing that can have a huge impact on your Garmin Body Battery level is drinking alcohol. I enjoy drinking fairly often, but it’s usually a couple beers or a glass of wine. I’ve cut back a lot since my younger days, and that’s probably a good thing. But from time to time, I over … Read more