I’m going to admit something upfront: I’m not a runner. I don’t train for marathons, I don’t wake up at 5 am to clock 10K before breakfast. At best, I’m an occasional runner who squeezes in a 5K every now and then when I feel like getting the heart rate up. Which is exactly why testing the Garmin Forerunner 970 over the last two weeks has been so fascinating. Advertisement

This isn’t just a smartwatch. It’s a data-driven coach strapped to your wrist, one that’s designed for athletes who live and breathe running. But even as a casual jogger, I found myself sucked into its world of numbers, insights, and impressive hardware.

First run, first impressions

My first 5K with the Forerunner 970 was almost overwhelming. The watch didn’t just record pace, time, and distance like most wearables,

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