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Posted on 12/4/19 at 6:06 am to quail man
I’m currently testing an Apple Watch series 4. My dad rarely used it so he told me to give it a try. Honestly prefer the Garmin Watch/App user experience for running so far, but really don’t want to spend $200+ for a Garmin 245 when I have a $600 Apple Watch for free. 
Any of y’all using the Apple Watch over a dedicated running watch?
Any of y’all using the Apple Watch over a dedicated running watch?
Posted on 12/4/19 at 7:17 am to jordan21210
I have used an Apple Watch for the past few years. I am currently using a series 3 GPS only model. Overall, I think it does a fairly good job. I’m not sure how accurate the heart rate monitor is while running but it’s consistent. I like being able to play music/podcast from my watch to my earbuds without the need for my phone. I
If there’s any specific questions/information or want to know about I may be able to provide an answer.
The biggest plus for you is it’s free!
If there’s any specific questions/information or want to know about I may be able to provide an answer.
The biggest plus for you is it’s free!
Posted on 12/4/19 at 8:27 am to gsadle5
I know it’s a pretty big plus!
I guess my one gripe vs Garmin is how fragmented Apple is. Usually their thing is streamlining everything to work flawlessly. With the Apple Watch you have to 1) use the workout app to do a workout 2) use the activity app to look at your run or track daily activity 3) use the health app to view run details and 4) use a 3rd party app to grab the data from the health app and export to Strava. That’s insane. I also like the graphs and additional metrics Garmin gives as well as the ability to track shoe mileage. Lastly the battery life is much better on Garmin.
I think it’s just going to take getting used to a new interface. I don’t dislike the Apple Watch, just realize that it’s not the best for dedicated running...but I also knew that when I got it.
I guess my one gripe vs Garmin is how fragmented Apple is. Usually their thing is streamlining everything to work flawlessly. With the Apple Watch you have to 1) use the workout app to do a workout 2) use the activity app to look at your run or track daily activity 3) use the health app to view run details and 4) use a 3rd party app to grab the data from the health app and export to Strava. That’s insane. I also like the graphs and additional metrics Garmin gives as well as the ability to track shoe mileage. Lastly the battery life is much better on Garmin.
I think it’s just going to take getting used to a new interface. I don’t dislike the Apple Watch, just realize that it’s not the best for dedicated running...but I also knew that when I got it.
Posted on 12/4/19 at 8:47 am to jordan21210
I guess to me most of your complaints aren’t an issue for me because I’ve never used a Garmin 
The third party app to link to strava is a non issue for me because it’s automatic. As soon as I finish a workout it automatically uploads my data to strava and map my run.
Had I been looking for a dedicated running watch when I purchased the Apple Watch I may have gone a different route. One thing I wish I was able to do with the Apple Watch is have the ability to set up intervals. Right now I have to pay attention to distances while working out to do intervals. I think this effects my performance because it’s taking focus away from the workout.
The third party app to link to strava is a non issue for me because it’s automatic. As soon as I finish a workout it automatically uploads my data to strava and map my run.
Had I been looking for a dedicated running watch when I purchased the Apple Watch I may have gone a different route. One thing I wish I was able to do with the Apple Watch is have the ability to set up intervals. Right now I have to pay attention to distances while working out to do intervals. I think this effects my performance because it’s taking focus away from the workout.
This post was edited on 12/4/19 at 8:56 am
Posted on 12/4/19 at 10:10 am to gsadle5
Do any of you run with Waist packs? I have nowhere to put my keys and I hate running with stuff in pockets.
Posted on 12/4/19 at 10:22 am to thedentist45
I used to run with a waist pack but switched to an arm band for my phone. I stick a key in a small pocket of my shorts or in a pocket of the arm band. The only time it is inconvenient is when I am traveling and have a hotel room key and/or bulky rental car key.
Posted on 12/4/19 at 10:27 am to thedentist45
I don’t like running with anything. I used to run with my phone in an armband but have stopped that as well, unless I’m running trails. I usually hide my keys under my car
Posted on 12/4/19 at 8:47 pm to thedentist45
I have just enough room in my arm band that carries my phone for a single key and any plastic cards I may need.
Posted on 12/4/19 at 9:00 pm to thedentist45
quote:
Do any of you run with Waist packs? I have nowhere to put my keys and I hate running with stuff in pockets
I run with a waist belt. It carries my phone. The shorts I run in have a small zipper pocket on my back side just above my waist, which is where I keep my keys.
Posted on 12/5/19 at 7:24 am to thedentist45
I run as naked as I can. I will pack a single car key hopefully in my shorts pocket, if not I'll hide it or carry it in my hand.
Posted on 12/5/19 at 8:06 am to thedentist45
quote:
Do any of you run with Waist packs? I have nowhere to put my keys and I hate running with stuff in pockets.
I use a Spibelt. It is perfect for me. It holds my phone and my car key.
Posted on 12/5/19 at 2:06 pm to 3nOut
Going for sub 1:50:00 half this weekend with my previous best chip time of 1:52:59 in October.
Since then: 5K PR, 165 quality training miles, long runs of 15,17,& 18, two 13 mile training runs, and lost some body fat.
I'll run hard , see what happens, and give it my best.
Since then: 5K PR, 165 quality training miles, long runs of 15,17,& 18, two 13 mile training runs, and lost some body fat.
I'll run hard , see what happens, and give it my best.
Posted on 12/5/19 at 2:09 pm to Rsande63
Good luck man, you got this. Is it a race or just a training run?
Posted on 12/5/19 at 2:13 pm to jordan21210
Have used a three the last two years. Gonna upgrade to a forerunner 945.
Posted on 12/5/19 at 2:24 pm to kballa6
kballa6,
Full race in Bryan - College Station and I'm running it with that mindset.
Full race in Bryan - College Station and I'm running it with that mindset.
Posted on 12/5/19 at 2:32 pm to 1999
if anybody is in the market, amazon has a few good deals right now on Garmins
VivoActive Music
Forerunner 45
Garmin Instinct
i'd like the instinct, but my forerunner is working just fine so i can't justify it like i do with shoes.
VivoActive Music
Forerunner 45
Garmin Instinct
i'd like the instinct, but my forerunner is working just fine so i can't justify it like i do with shoes.
Posted on 12/5/19 at 2:39 pm to 3nOut
Forerunner 45 appears to be retail @ $199.
Posted on 12/5/19 at 2:53 pm to Rsande63
Good luck. With the work you’ve been putting in I have no doubt you’ll get your time.
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