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Strava Heatmaps show where millions run and ride—brighter lines mean better routes. Learn how to use Global, Personal, Night, and Weekly heatmaps for smarter route planning, plus comparisons with Garmin, Komoot, and alternatives. Read the full post at Strava Heatmaps vs Competition – All You Need to...

Discover the top 100 most popular Garmin Connect IQ apps and watch faces based on recent downloads, reviews, and user retention. From Spotify and Deezer to fitness tracking apps like Stryd Power and Komoot, find out which Connect IQ apps runners and athletes are using most in 2025. Read the full pos...

Worried about Garmin Connect's data collection? New research analyzing 14 fitness apps shows Garmin collects 12 data types—fewer than Fitbit (23) and Strava (21)—with no third-party ad tracking. Here's how Garmin compares to competitors and what it means for your privacy. Read the full post at Is Ga...

Discover why the Apple Watch is the best watch for casual cycling, with alternatives from Garmin and Google. Compare navigation, calls, music, radar alerts, and more to find your perfect cycling companion. Read the full post at The Best Watch for Cycling: Apple Watch vs Garmin Compared. Subscribe to...

What is Garmin planning for 2026? From the Fenix 9 and Edge 1060 to the long-awaited Vivosmart 6, we analyze 25 potential hardware launches based on established release cycles and recent leaks. Read the full post at *UPDATE* Garmin 2026 Roadmap: 25 Speculated Product Launches – Free Version. Subscr...

The Garmin Quatix 8 Pro 47mm brings inReach satellite and LTE connectivity to mariners, enabling two-way messaging, SOS, and vessel control up to 50 miles offshore. Enhanced boat mode, chartplotter voice commands, and remote marine integration make this the ultimate nautical smartwatch for serious b...

After experiencing systematic accuracy errors and RMSSD underestimation with the Garmin HRM-600, I tested a warranty replacement during a half marathon effort. Here is how it performed and why the strap design might be the real culprit. Read the full post at WordPress title: Garmin HRM-600 Replaceme...

A new report from Eventrac reveals a major shift in the UK mass participation market, with the 25–39 age group now the primary driver of growth and a near-perfect gender split in younger demographics. Read the full post at Mass Participation Sports: Younger Runners Drive 8% UK Industry Growth. Subsc...

Type to Run Connect IQ app lets Garmin runners create custom pace-based workouts on-demand. Enter time available + recent 5K result = instant structured intervals. No recovery algorithms, just runner control vs rigid Garmin DSW. Read the full post at Flexible Garmin Workout Alternative to Daily Sugg...

Apple adds iPhone camera food logging in iOS 26.4 (Feb 2026 beta), challenging Garmin Connect+ £10/mo subscriptions. My Garmin nutrition tests failed—will Apple Watch leapfrog it? Read the full post at Apple Watch iOS 26.4 Food Logging vs Garmin Connect+ (new feature leak). Subscribe to the5krunner ...

Pixel Watch 4 retested Jan 2026 with Wear OS 6.1: sharper GPS locks, 30hr+ GPS battery, improved HR accuracy for runners. 9 cons vs 5 pros—does the update fix the gaps vs Garmin/Fenix? Full verdict inside. Read the full post at Google Pixel Watch 4 Review (2026): 9 Cons ❌ 5 Pros ✔️ (Wear OS 6.1 Upda...

Coros is set to challenge Whoop's dominance in 2026 with a display-free recovery tracker. With Garmin, Amazfit, and new CES 2026 entrants like Luna Band joining the fray, the battle for the ultimate subscription-free recovery wearable is heating up. Read the full post at Coros Whoop Competitor 2026:...

Strava has launched Instant Workouts, a new AI-powered feature providing personalised activity recommendations to 180 million users. As Strava moves toward a potential IPO, we examine how these new "Weekly Intents" stack up against Garmin’s Daily Suggested Workouts (DSW) and whether the platform-agn...

What is Garmin planning for 2026? From the Fenix 9 and Edge 1060 to the long-awaited Vivosmart 6, we analyze 25 potential hardware launches based on established release cycles and recent leaks. Read the full post at Garmin 2026 Roadmap: 25 Speculated Product Launches and Cycles. Subscribe to the5kru...

Garmin's latest update comes with a Soft Gold finish and French Grey nylon band. This ultra-thin flagship combines Fenix-level metrics... Read the full post at new Garmin Venu quietly Released – first images. Subscribe to the5krunner for detailed running tech reviews, sports science insights, and tr...

Garmin is eyeing a future of needle-free glucose monitoring. We look at how the Isaac by PreEvnt breath analyser and silicon photonics could bring metabolic tracking to the Fenix and Venu series. Read the full post at Garmin Non-Invasive Glucose Tracking: Future Tech vs. Isaac by PreEvnt. Subscribe ...

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health to consolidate fitness and medical data, threatening to make standalone health and training apps obsolete by the start of 2027. Read the full post at ChatGPT Health: The Digital God of Fitness Arrives. Subscribe to the5krunner for detailed running tech reviews, sports ...

Amazfit might not have the name recognition of a company like Garmin or Fitbit, but its wearables consistently impress, with the Amazfit Active 2 being one of the best fitness trackers you can buy. And right now, it’s on sale for just $84.99 ($15 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, which is only $...

Passengers could use Meta’s Neural Band wearable to control Garmin’s car infotainment features without using a touchscreen.

I tested Garmin’s new AI-powered food logging in Connect+. From 100 screen taps for a simple breakfast to missing UK barcodes, here is why this paid service isn't living up to the hype. The post Garmin Food Logging – Tested ❌ Failed ❌ at the first hurdle appeared first on the5krunner. The full post ...

Garmin announced that it's adding nutrition tracking to the Garmin Connect app as a perk for users with a Garmin Connect Plus subscription. The feature lets users "track their calories and macros (proteins, fats and carbs) and receive Active Intelligence insights to help them achieve their nutrition...

Garmin launches built-in nutrition tracking for Garmin Connect+, featuring AI photo recognition, macro tracking, and personalised recovery insights. The post Garmin Nutrition Tracking: AI Food Logging in Garmin Connect appeared first on the5krunner. The full post can be read now at the5krunner.

 As expected by leaks over the holidays, Garmin has announced food and nutrition logging to Garmin Connect. Or rather, more specifically, their paid platform, Connect+. The feature largely replaces the functionality long provided by MyFitnessPal, which allowed for food … Read More Here →

Leaked Garmin Connect code reveals a major move into AI-powered nutrition. In 2026, athletes will be able to photograph meals for automated logging, bridging the gap between calorie burn and consumption within the Garmin ecosystem. The post Garmin Will Add Food Logging in 2026 – Details appeared fir...

Explore Garmin's 2026 lineup, including Fenix 9, Edge 1060, and competitors like Coros, Suunto, Polar. Key trends: LTE, microLED, satellite connectivity. The post January 2026 update: Trusted Garmin Rumours – 2026, Leaks, Insights & dates for all new models plus Apple, Coros, Polar, Suunto, Wahoo ap...

In-depth review of Amazfit Active Max, a $169 sports watch with 1.5" AMOLED, 25-day battery, HYROX support, and NFC—ideal budget alternative to Coros and Garmin. The post Amazfit Active Max Review – the Coros Killer – Better Value, Similar Features, Looks Great appeared first on the5krunner. The ful...

Is microLED finally ready for your wrist? With the Garmin Fenix 8 Pro leading the way, we dive into the $5 billion market forecast and the "Apple-level" costs currently holding the technology back from total OLED domination. The post MicroLED Watch Displays: Growth or Boutique Niche? (Analysis) appe...

A detailed review of the Huawei Watch GT 6 Pro. We test the new Sunflower GPS accuracy, the 21-day battery life, and how it stacks up against the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Garmin Fenix 8 in 2025. The post Huawei Watch GT 6 Pro Detailed Review: 21-Day Battery Life, Heart Rate Testing vs Garmin & Apple ...

Xiaomi has beaten Garmin and Apple to the wrist with the first consumer EMG sensor in the Watch 5. From neuromuscular fatigue tracking to advanced gesture control, here is how this medical-grade tech will redefine the Garmin Elevate Gen 6 and future Apple Watch Ultra sensors. The post Xiaomi Watch 5...

Just unboxed a Garmin Forerunner or Edge? These 10 essential settings transform your device from confusing to useful in minutes. Learn how to fix heart rate zones, optimise battery life, and set up your first data screens for better training data from day one. The post How to setup your new Garmin |...

 Slowly but surely, we’re starting to see the benefits of Garmin’s consolidated platform take effect. I believe this is the very first time we’ve seen every device on the new platform get/start the public beta on the exact same … Read More Here →

The Garmin inReach Mini 3 & Mini 3 Plus is the most substantial update to the Garmin inReach lineup in years. If not, ever. At first glance it might seem like perhaps just a color change, and for the base … Read More Here →

Is Garmin finally ready to fix its biggest health tracking weak point? A possible unboxing from Garmin's main reviewer has sparked talk of a new Index S3 scale. Here is what we actually know. The post Garmin Index S3 Leaked? appeared first on the5krunner • tri. The full post can be read now at the5k...

Garmin integrates with Meta AI smart glasses to allow instant, voice-activated creation of structured workouts. Simply speak your targets to your Ray-Ban Meta glasses and sync the session directly to your Garmin watch or Edge computer. The post Garmin Watches Gain Voice-Created AI Workout Capability...

Garmin’s 5th-generation Rally 210 and 110 power meter pedals introduce internal rechargeable batteries and a universal spindle design. With 90-hour battery life and 1% accuracy, are they worth the premium over Favero? We dive into the new Force metrics, Pedal IQ calibration, and real-world performan...

For years, Garmin watch owners couldn't silence specific iPhone alerts on their wrist without blocking them entirely. That frustration ends now: iOS 26.3 unlocks the ability for Garmin to independently filter notifications. This new two-tier system, currently EU-only, is the first major step toward ...

Garmin's Vivosmart 6 has leaked across multiple international sites, revealing a major upgrade: built-in GPS for the first time. The tracker is expected to launch at CES 2026. The post Garmin Vivosmart 6 Leaked: Built-in GPS & CES 2026 Launch appeared first on the5krunner • tri. The full post can be...

What’s coming in 2026? Apple Watch 12 with touch unlock, Garmin Fenix 9 + possible Whoop killer, Coros Vertix 4, Samsung Watch Ultra redesign, Polar Vantage V4 and the new FLOW platform. Full predictions inside. The post 2026 Wearable Tech Predictions: Apple Watch 12, Garmin Fenix 9, Coros Vertix 4 ...

Launched in January 2025, LiftTrack is a Garmin strength training app & integration, including features such as custom exercises. Available for IOS and Android. The post Building a LiftTrack Workout for Your Garmin appeared first on the5krunner • tri. The full post can be read now at the5krunner • t...

I've been an iOS user for years. The halo of products that kept me locked into the ecosystem has fallen away one by one. The iPad stopped being my computer ages ago, then the Apple Watch got replaced by a Garmin for running. What's left

All 83 watch faces compatible with the Coros Pace 4, including the new AMOLED-optimised designs. We detail every unique face and review Coros' limited customisation options versus Garmin/Pixel. The post every Coros Pace 4 Watch Face appeared first on the5krunner • tri. The full post can be read now ...

Google Trends reveals a surprising truth: over the last 5 years, search interest in Garmin has matched, and sometimes exceeded, that of the Apple Watch. Is the gap finally closing in the wearable market? The post Is Garmin finally Catching Up With Apple Watch – Surprising Levels of Interest appeared...

2025 was Garmin's busiest and most profitable year, but which of the 20+ new products—from the Forerunner 970 and Venu 4 to the Fenix 8 Pro—are worth buying, and which ones miss the mark? The post Every Garmin Product From 2025: My Favourites and Passes (Forerunner 970, Venu 4, Instinct 3) appeared ...

Just spent $1,000 on a Garmin watch? Now the company wants $70/year to let you share your 'Connect Rundown' stats. Read why you deserve to pay more. The post [Opinion/Parody] Garmin Connect+ : The grimey tentacles of worthless subscription expand appeared first on the5krunner • tri. The full post ca...

Garmin has rolled out a major update enabling full multi-device support for its inReach satellite communicators (like the inReach Mini 3 Plus and Fenix 8 Pro) on a single consumer account. This eliminates forced deactivation. While management is consolidated, each active device still requires its ow...

Strava’s 2025 Year in Sport report (180M+ athletes) shows Apple Watch still leads wearables, COROS is the fastest-growing watch brand, and Gen Z is spending heavily on fitness tech. The post Strava 2025 Year in Sport Report: Apple Watch Dominates, COROS Fastest Growing, Gen Z Gear Trends appeared fi...

Smartwatches have become health gadgets. Over the last five years or so, Apple, Garmin, Google, Samsung, and practically every other company wanting to strap their wares to your wrist have emphasized exercise integrations, sleep tracking, hypertension monitoring, and more. The most expensive among t...

Yesterday Garmin released the inReach Mini 3 & Mini 3 Plus, but along the way, they also expanded support for having multiple inReach devices on a single account - which was a pretty big limiter once the Fenix 8 Pro … Read More Here →