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See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any
exercise program.
Keys
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ENTER
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BACK
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Select to turn the backlight on and off.
Hold to turn the device on and off.
Select to scroll through activity profiles, menus, details,
and settings.
Hold to scroll quickly through the settings.
Select to scroll through data screens during an activity.
Select to start and stop the timer.
Select to choose an option and to acknowledge a
message.
Select to mark a new lap.
Select to mark a transition during a multi-sport activity.
Select to mark a rest period during a swim.
Select to return to the previous screen.
Select multiple times to return to the time of day screen
and lock the device.
Select to unlock the device.
Select to switch between the activity profile screen, main
menu, and timer screen.
Hold to send your activity to your Garmin Connect
account.
™
Hold to turn on the device.
1
Select and to view the activity profiles.
2
Select ENTER.
3
The timer screen for the selected activity profile appears.
Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
4
It may take a few minutes. The satellite bars turn green when
the device is ready.
Select to start the timer.
5
Start your activity.
6
After you complete your activity, select to stop the timer.
7
Select Save to save the activity and reset the timer.
8
A summary appears. You can upload your activity to your
Garmin Connect account (Garmin Connect, page 6).
Charging the Device
WARNING
This device contains a lithium-ion battery. See the Important
Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for
product warnings and other important information.
NOTICE
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly clean and dry the contacts and
the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a
computer. Refer to the cleaning instructions in the appendix.
Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer.
1
Align the charger posts with the contacts on the back of the
2
device, and connect the charging clip À securely to the
device.
Status Icons
Icons appear at the top of the activity profile and data screens. A
flashing icon means the device is searching for a signal. A solid
icon means the signal was found or the sensor is connected.
GPS status
Bluetooth® technology status
Wi‑Fi® technology status
Heart rate status
Foot pod status
Speed and cadence status
Power status
VIRB® camera status
Going for a Run
The first fitness activity you record on your device can be a run,
ride, or any outdoor activity. The device comes partially charged.
You may need to charge the device (Charging the Device,
page 1) before starting the activity.
Introduction1
Charge the device completely.
3
Press Á to remove the charger.
4
Saving Time with the Shortcut Menu
The device has shortcut menu options available for various data
screens and accessory features.
NOTE: Some shortcut menu options require optional
accessories.
Hold to view the shortcut menu options.
1
Select an option:
2
Wi‑Fi technologyYou can send activities to your Garmin
Data screensYou can edit data fields.
Workout screenYou can cancel the workout.
Metronome screenYou can mute the metronome and edit
Connect account.
the settings.
Virtual Partner® screenYou can edit the pace or speed.
Training target screenYou can cancel the training target.
During an activityYou can lock the device keys.
Racing an activityYou can cancel the race.
Map screenYou can access navigation features
Navigation screen
(compass)
Running dynamics
screen
Power meterYou can calibrate the power meter.
VIRB action cameraYou can control the camera.
including Back to Start and Save
Location.
You can stop navigation.
You can change the primary metric.
Training
Multisport Activities
Triathletes, duathletes, and other multisport competitors can
take advantage of the custom multisport profiles (Creating a
Custom Activity Profile, page 13). When you set up a
multisport profile, you can switch between sport modes and still
view your total time for all sports. For example, you can switch
from biking mode to running mode and view your total time for
biking and running throughout your workout.
Changing Activity Profiles During an Activity
You can begin a multisport activity using one activity profile and
manually switch to another activity profile without stopping the
timer.
Select , and select an activity profile for your first sport
1
segment.
Select , and start the activity.
2
When you are ready for the next sport segment, select ,
3
and select a different activity profile.
NOTE: If you are switching from an indoor segment to an
outdoor segment, allow the device time to locate satellites.
After you complete your sport segments, select to stop the
4
timer.
Select Save to save the multisport activity and reset the
5
timer.
A summary appears including an overall summary of the
multisport activity and details about each sport segment.
Triathlon Training
When you participate in a triathlon, you can use the triathlon
activity profile to quickly transition to each sport segment.
Select > > Triathlon > ENTER.
1
Select to start the timer.
2
Select at the beginning and end of each transition.
3
After you complete your activity, select > Save.
4
Swimming
NOTICE
The device is intended for surface swimming. Scuba diving with
the device may damage the product and will void the warranty.
NOTE: The device cannot record heart rate data while
swimming.
NOTE: The device is compatible with the HRM-Tri™ accessory
and the HRM-Swim™ accessory (Heart Rate While Swimming,
page 8).
Swimming with Your Forerunner
You can use the pool swim activity profile to record your swim
data including distance, pace, stroke count, and stroke type.
Select > > Pool Swim > ENTER.
1
The first time you select the pool swim activity profile, you
must select your pool size or enter a custom size.
Select to start the timer.
2
Select at the beginning and end of each rest period.
3
After you complete your activity, select > Save.
4
Swim Terminology
Length: One trip down the pool.
Interval: One or more consecutive lengths. A new interval starts
after a rest.
Stroke: A stroke is counted every time your arm wearing the
device completes a full cycle.
Swolf: Your swolf score is the sum of the time for one pool
length and the number of strokes for that length. For
example, 30 seconds plus 15 strokes equals a swolf score of
45. For open water swimming, swolf is calculated over 25
meters. Swolf is a measurement of swimming efficiency and,
like golf, a lower score is better.
Stroke Types
Stroke type identification is available only for pool swimming.
Your stroke type is identified at the end of a length. Stroke types
appear when you are viewing interval history. You can also
select stroke type as a custom data field (Customizing the Data
Screens, page 14).
FreeFreestyle
BackBackstroke
Breast Breaststroke
FlyButterfly
Mixed More than one stroke type in an interval
DrillUsed with drill logging (Training with the Drill Log, page 2)
Resting During Pool Swimming
The default rest screen displays two rest timers. It also displays
time and distance for the last completed interval. The rest
screen can be customized or turned off.
NOTE: Swim data is not recorded during a rest.
During your swim activity, select to start a rest.
1
The display reverses to white text on a black background,
and the rest screen appears.
During a rest, select to view other data screens (optional).
2
Select , and continue swimming.
3
Repeat for additional rest intervals.
4
Training with the Drill Log
The drill log feature is available only for pool swimming. You can
use the drill log feature to manually record kick sets, one-arm
swimming, or any type of swimming that is not one of the four
major strokes. The drill time is recorded, and you must enter the
distance.
TIP: You can customize the data screens and data fields for
your pool swim activity profile (Customizing the Data Screens,
page 14).
Select > > Pool Swim > ENTER.
1
During your pool swim activity, select to view the drill log
2
screen.
2Training
Select to start the drill timer.
3
After completing a drill interval, select .
4
The drill timer stops, but the activity timer continues to record
the entire swim session.
Select a distance for the completed drill.
5
Distance increments are based on the pool size selected for
the activity profile.
Select an option:
6
• To start another drill interval, select .
• To start a swim interval, select to return to the swim
training screens.
After you complete your activity, select > Save.
7
Setting the Pool Size
Select > Activity Settings > Pool Size.
1
NOTE: The device is compatible with the HRM-Tri accessory
and the HRM-Swim accessory.
Select your pool size or enter a custom size.
2
Swimming in Open Water
You can use the device for open water swimming. You can
record swim data including distance, pace, and stroke rate. You
can add data screens to the default open water swimming
activity profile (Customizing the Data Screens, page 14) or
create your own profile (Creating a Custom Activity Profile,
page 13).
Select > > Open Water > ENTER.
1
Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites.
2
It may take a few minutes. The satellite bars turn green when
the device is ready.
Select to start the timer.
3
After you complete your activity, select > Save.
4
Activity Tracking
Turning On Activity Tracking
The activity tracking feature records your daily step count, step
goal, distance traveled, and calories burned for each recorded
day. Your calories burned includes your base metabolism plus
activity calories.
Activity tracking can be enabled during the initial device setup,
or at any time.
Select > Settings > Activity Tracking > Status > On.
Your step count does not appear until the device locates
satellites and sets the time automatically. The device may
need a clear view of the sky to locate satellite signals.
Your total number of steps taken during the day appears
beneath the time of day . The step count is updated
periodically.
TIP: From the time of day screen, you can select to view
additional activity tracking data.
Using the Move Alert
Before you can use the move alert, you must turn on activity
tracking.
Sitting for prolonged periods of time can trigger undesirable
metabolic state changes. The move alert reminds you to keep
moving. After one hour of inactivity, Move! and the red bar
appear. The device also beeps or vibrates if audible tones are
turned on (Setting the Device Sounds, page 16).
Go for a short walk (at least a couple of minutes) to reset the
move alert.
Auto Goal
Your device creates a daily step goal automatically, based on
your previous activity levels. As you move during the day, the
device shows your progress toward your daily goal À.
If you choose not to use the auto goal feature, you can set a
personalized step goal on your Garmin Connect account.
Sleep Tracking
During sleep mode, the device monitors your rest. Sleep
statistics include total hours of sleep, sleep levels, and sleep
movement.
Using Sleep Mode
Using sleep mode turns off notifications. If you do not use sleep
mode, your device still records sleep statistics. You can view
sleep statistics on your Garmin Connect account.
Wear the device while sleeping.
1
From the time of day screen, select to view the activity
2
tracking details.
Hold to view the shortcut menu.
3
Select Start Sleep Mode.
4
When you wake, select ENTER > Yes to exit sleep mode.
5
Training Indoors
The device includes indoor activity profiles for running, cycling,
and swimming. You can turn off GPS when you are training
indoors or to save battery life.
NOTE: Any change to the GPS setting is saved to the active
profile.
Select > Activity Settings > GPS > Off.
When running with GPS turned off, speed and distance are
calculated using the accelerometer in the device. The
accelerometer is self-calibrating. The accuracy of the speed
and distance data improves after a few outdoor runs using
GPS.
Workouts
You can create custom workouts that include goals for each
workout step and for varied distances, times, and calories. You
can create workouts using Garmin Connect or select a training
plan that has built-in workouts from Garmin Connect, and
transfer them to your device.
You can schedule workouts using Garmin Connect. You can
plan workouts in advance and store them on your device.
Following a Workout From the Web
Before you can download a workout from Garmin Connect, you
must have a Garmin Connect account (Garmin Connect,
page 6).
Connect the device to your computer.
1
Go to www.garminconnect.com.
2
Create and save a new workout.
3
Select Send to Device, and follow the on-screen
4
instructions.
Disconnect the device.
5
Starting a Workout
Before you can start a workout, you must download a workout
from your Garmin Connect account.
Training3
Select > Training > My Workouts.
1
Select a workout.
2
Select Do Workout.
3
After you begin a workout, the device displays each step of the
workout, the target (if any), and current workout data.
About the Training Calendar
The training calendar on your device is an extension of the
training calendar or schedule you set up in Garmin Connect.
After you have added a few workouts to the Garmin Connect
calendar, you can send them to your device. All scheduled
workouts sent to the device appear in the training calendar list
by date. When you select a day in the training calendar, you can
view or do the workout. The scheduled workout stays on your
device whether you complete it or skip it. When you send
scheduled workouts from Garmin Connect, they overwrite the
existing training calendar.
Using Garmin Connect Training Plans
Before you can download and use a training plan from Garmin
Connect, you must have a Garmin Connect account (Garmin
Connect, page 6).
You can browse Garmin Connect to find a training plan,
schedule workouts and courses, and download the plan to your
device.
Connect the device to your computer.
1
Go to www.garminconnect.com.
2
Select and schedule a training plan.
3
Review the training plan in your calendar.
4
Select , and follow the on-screen instructions.
5
Interval Workouts
You can create interval workouts based on distance or time. The
device saves your custom interval workout until you create
another interval workout. You can use open intervals for track
workouts and when you are running a known distance. When
you select , the device records an interval and moves to a
rest interval.
TIP: You can create an open-ended interval by setting the
type to Open.
Select Duration, enter a distance or time interval value for
3
the workout, and select .
Select Rest > Type.
4
Select Distance, Time, or Open.
5
If necessary, enter a distance or time value for the rest
6
interval, and select .
Select one or more options:
7
• To set the number of repetitions, select Repeat.
• To add an open-ended warm up to your workout, select
Warm Up > On.
• To add an open-ended cool down to your workout, select
Cool Down > On.
Starting an Interval Workout
Select > Training > Intervals > Do Workout.
1
Select .
2
When your interval workout has a warm up, select to
3
begin the first interval.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
4
When you complete all of the intervals, a message appears.
Stopping a Workout
• At any time, select to end a workout step.
• At any time, select to stop the timer.
Viewing Your Predicted Race Times
Before you can view your projected race times (running only),
you must put on a heart rate monitor and pair it with your device.
For the most accurate estimate, complete the user profile setup
(Setting Up Your User Profile, page 13), and set your
maximum heart rate (Setting Your Heart Rate Zones,
page 10).
Your device uses the VO2 max. estimate (About VO2 Max.
Estimates, page 11) and published data sources to provide a
target race time based on your current state of fitness. This
projection also presumes you have completed the proper
training for the race.
NOTE: The projections may seem inaccurate at first. The device
requires a few runs to learn about your running performance.
Put on your heart rate monitor, and go for a run.
1
Select > My Stats > Race Predictor.
2
Your projected race times appear for 5K, 10K, half marathon,
and marathon distances.
Using Virtual Partner
Your Virtual Partner is a training tool designed to help you meet
your goals. You can customize the Virtual Partner to train (run,
bike, other) at a target speed or pace.
NOTE: Virtual Partner is not available in swim mode.
Select an activity profile.
1
Select > Activity Settings > Data Screens > Virtual
2
Partner > Status > On.
Select Set Pace or Set Speed.
3
You can use pace or speed as your format (Format Settings,
page 16).
Enter a value.
4
Select to start the timer.
5
During your activity, select or to view the Virtual Partner
6
screen and see who is leading.
Setting a Training Target
The training target feature works with the Virtual Partner feature
so you can train toward a set distance, distance and time,
distance and pace, or distance and speed goal. This feature can
be used with the running, cycling, and other single sport activity
profiles (excludes swimming). During your training activity, the
device gives you real-time feedback about how close you are to
achieving your training target.
Select > Training > Set a Target.
1
Select an option:
2
• Select Distance Only to select a preset distance or enter
a custom distance.
• Select Distance and Time to select a distance and time
target.
The time target can be entered manually, use prediction
(based on your VO2 max. estimate), or use your personal
record time.
4Training
• Select Distance and Pace or Distance and Speed to
select a distance and pace or speed target.
The training target screen appears indicating your estimated
finish time. Estimated finish time is based on your current
performance and the time remaining.
Select to start the timer.
3
If necessary, select to view the Virtual Partner screen.
4
After you complete your activity, select > Save.
5
A summary screen appears indicating that you finished
ahead of or behind the target.
Cancelling a Training Target
During the activity, select to view the target screen.
1
Hold .
2
Select Cancel Target > Yes.
3
Racing a Previous Activity
You can race a previously recorded or downloaded activity. This
feature can be used with the running, cycling, and other single
sport activity profiles (excludes swimming). This feature works
with the Virtual Partner feature so you can see how far ahead or
behind you are during the activity.
Select > Training > Race an Activity.
1
Select an option:
2
• Select From History to select a previously recorded
activity from your device.
• Select Downloaded to select an activity you downloaded
from your Garmin Connect account.
Select the activity.
3
The Virtual Partner screen appears indicating your estimated
finish time.
Select to start the timer.
4
After you complete your activity, select > Save.
5
A summary screen appears indicating that you finished the
race ahead of or behind the previously recorded or
downloaded activity.
Personal Records
When you complete an activity, the device displays any new
personal records you achieved during that activity. Personal
records include your fastest time over several typical race
distances and longest run or ride. For cycling, personal records
also include most ascent and best power (power meter
required).
Viewing Your Personal Records
Select > My Stats > Records.
1
Select a sport.
2
Select a record.
3
Select View Record.
4
Restoring a Personal Record
You can set each personal record back to the one previously
recorded.
Select > My Stats > Records.
1
Select a sport.
2
Select a record to restore.
3
Select Previous > Yes.
4
NOTE: This does not delete any saved activities.
Clearing a Personal Record
Select > My Stats > Records.
1
Select a sport.
2
Select a record to delete.
3
Select Clear Record > Yes.
4
NOTE: This does not delete any saved activities.
Clearing All Personal Records
Select > My Stats > Records.
1
NOTE: This does not delete any saved activities.
Select a sport.
2
Select Clear All Records > Yes.
3
The records are deleted only for that sport.
History
History includes time, distance, calories, average pace or speed,
lap data, and optional ANT+® sensor information.
NOTE: When the device memory is full, your oldest data is
overwritten.
Viewing History
Select > History > Activities.
1
Select an activity.
2
Select an option:
3
• Select Details to view additional information about the
activity.
• Select Laps to select a lap and view additional information
about each lap.
• Select Map to view the activity on a map.
• Select Delete to delete the selected activity.
Multisport History
Your device stores the overall multisport summary of the activity,
including overall distance, time, calories, and optional accessory
data. Your device also separates the activity data for each sport
segment and transition so you can compare similar training
activities and track how quickly you move through the
transitions. Transition history includes distance, time, average
speed, and calories.
Swim History
Your device stores the swim summary and details for each
interval or lap. The pool swim history displays the stroke type,
distance, time, pace, calories, strokes per length, stroke rate,
and swolf score. If the interval contains more than one length,
the activity history also contains the number of lengths, stroke
type, and time. The open water swim history displays the
distance, time, pace, calories, stroke distance, and stroke rate.
Viewing Your Time in Each Heart Rate Zone
Before you can view heart rate zone data, you must pair your
device with a compatible heart rate monitor, complete an
activity, and save the activity.
Viewing your time in each heart rate zone can help you adjust
your training intensity.
Select > History > Activities.
1
Select an activity.
2
Select Time in Zone.
3
Viewing Data Totals
You can view the accumulated distance and time data saved to
your device.
Select > History > Totals.
1
If necessary, select the activity type.
2
Select an option to view weekly or monthly totals.
3
Deleting History
Select > History > Options.
1
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