User Manual

4 Activities and Apps
Duplicate activity names include a number, for
example: Bike(2).
5 Select an option:
• Select an option to customize specific activity
settings. For example, you can customize the
data screens or auto features.
• Select Done to save and use the custom activity.
6 Select Yes to add the activity to your list of
favorites.
Indoor Activities
The Forerunner device can be used for training
indoors, such as running on an indoor track or using a
stationary bike. GPS is turned off for indoor activities.
When running or walking with GPS turned off, speed,
distance, and cadence are calculated using the
accelerometer in the device. The accelerometer is
self-calibrating. The accuracy of the speed, distance,
and cadence data improves after a few outdoor runs or
walks using GPS.
TIP: Holding the handrails of the treadmill reduces
accuracy. You can use an optional foot pod to record
pace, distance, and cadence.
When cycling with GPS turned off, speed and distance
are not available unless you have an optional sensor
that sends speed and distance data to the device
(such as a speed or cadence sensor).
Going for a Virtual Run
You can pair your Forerunner device with a compatible
third-party app to transmit pace, heart rate, or cadence
data.
1 Select START > Virtual Run.
2 On your tablet, laptop, or smartphone, open the
Zwift™ app or another virtual training app.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to start a running
activity and pair the devices.
4 Select START to start the activity timer.
5 After you complete your run, select STOP to stop
the activity timer.
Calibrating the Treadmill Distance
To record more accurate distances for your treadmill
runs, you can calibrate the treadmill distance after you
run at least 1.5 km (1 mi.) on a treadmill. If you use
different treadmills, you can manually calibrate the
treadmill distance on each treadmill or after each run.
1 Start a treadmill activity (Starting an Activity,
page3), and run at least 1.5 km (1 mi.) on the
treadmill.
2 After you complete your run, select STOP.
3 Select an option:
• To calibrate the treadmill distance the first time,
select Save.
The device prompts you to complete the
treadmill calibration.
• To manually calibrate the treadmill distance
after the first- time calibration, select Calibrate &
Save > Yes.
4 Check the treadmill display for the distance
traveled, and enter the distance on your device.
Recording a Strength Training Activity
You can record sets during a strength training activity.
A set is multiple repetitions (reps) of a single move.
1 From the watch face, select START > Strength.
The first time you record a strength training
activity, you must select which wrist your watch is
on.
2 Select START to start the set timer.
3 Start your first set.
The device counts your reps. Your rep count
appears when you complete at least four reps.
TIP: The device can only count reps of a single
move for each set. When you want to change
moves, you should finish the set and start a new
one.
4 Select BACK to finish the set.
The watch displays the total reps for the set. After
several seconds, the rest timer appears.
5 If necessary, select DOWN and edit the number of
reps.
TIP: You can also add the weight used for the set.
6 When you are done resting, select BACK to start
your next set.
7 Repeat for each strength training set until your
activity is complete.
8 After your last set, select START to stop the set
timer.
9 Select Save.
Tips for Recording Strength Training Activities
y Do not look at the device while performing reps.
You should interact with the device at the
beginning and end of each set, and during rests.
y Focus on your form while performing reps.
y Perform bodyweight or free weight exercises.
y Perform reps with a consistent, wide range of
motion.
Each rep is counted when the arm wearing the
device returns to the starting position.
NOTE: Leg exercises may not be counted.
y Turn on automatic set detection to start and stop
your sets.
y Save and send your strength training activity to
your Garmin Connect account.
You can use the tools in your Garmin Connect
account to view and edit activity details.