#garmin

The master of wearables has published yet another great deep dive article.

https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2026/08/accuracy-deep-dive-garmin-cirqa-whoop-fitbit-air-amazfit-helio-polar-loop-testing.html

#Garmin #Whoop #GoogleFitbit

#whoop must be doing something right, now that #google and #garmin are copying them.

I spent a few days sick and noticed a flaw in the Daily Suggested Workouts algorithm by #garmin:

When you're under the weather, but your HRV and sleep are still good, the algorithm continues to recommend intense workouts.

This can worsen your condition since each hard workout can temporarily weaken your immune system, pushing you further away from recovery.

A reminder to always use common sense and listen to your body.

#running

Four full weeks of being Productive. AMA.

#garmin #running

Apparently #strava is suing #garmin

Strange move. What happened to not biting the hand that feeds you?

For those who find this kind of stuff interesting: I did a running lab test to determine my actual heart rate zones.

I ran with a mask on, on a threadmill. I started at 7km/h, and increased with 2km/h every three minutes.

The Garmin zones are determined by %LTHR, as I run with a HR band.

Attached are the differences between the real test, and Garmin's estimated values.

#garmin #running #vo2max

With the new #garmin Fenix 8, they increased the prices of their watches by ..a lot.

Now they're introducing a premium subscription with "AI" capabilities.

Three strikes, and you're out ..right?

https://www.theverge.com/news/636211/garmin-connect-plus-subscription-wearables

Starting the "Build" phase of Garmin's DSW-plan today. More Tempo runs, instead of Threshold runs. Those things are brutal. A welcome change. :-)

#running #garmin

Ran a new personal best for the 5K during training. 2025 is starting off great so far. 🏃‍♂️💪

https://www.strava.com/activities/13362900395

#running #garmin

Just completed the suggested VO2Max workout; 4x4:00@188bpm. I had trouble reaching the suggested HR target. Anyone have some experience on this for these type of workouts? #running #garmin

Question for the #running community using a #Garmin watch:

The max. HR detection seems off for me. The detected value for me is a max. HR of 198. Looking at different formulas, the results are lower:

Inputted values:

• Age = 34
• Weight = 92

Formulas:

• Sally Edwards = 210 - (0,5 x age) -(0,022 x weight) + 4 ‎ = 194,976
• Regular 220 - age ‎ = 186
• Winfried Spanaus = 223 - (0,9 x age) ‎ = 192,4
• Regression = 208 - (0,7 x age) ‎ = 184,2

In your opinion, is the detected max. HR for your profile accurate?

I am slowly starting #running again after taking rest for three weeks. It turns out the surgery on my knees from a couple of years back is still causing the area to be weaker than expected.

I've been running with the #garmin metronome to get my cadence up to 170-180 SPM to reduce the chance of injuries, where I used to default to 150 SPM.

It feels strange, but increasing it with small steps (+10/week) seems doable.

I’m going to take Garmin’s lactate threshold test today. I believe it entails going all-out and then some.

Looking forward to receiving more personal training recommendations for my body, though.

#running #garmin