I Used Garmin's Heart Rate Monitor to Measure My 'Running Economy,' and Here's What I Learned
The article discusses the Garmin Forerunner 970 and its features related to running economy and step speed loss. To access these metrics, users must purchase a compatible heart rate monitor, which adds to the overall cost. The author shares personal insights from using the monitor during training and a half-marathon race.
- ▪The Garmin Forerunner 970 requires a compatible heart rate monitor to access running economy and step speed loss metrics.
- ▪Running economy measures oxygen consumption at a given pace, with a focus on energy efficiency while running.
- ▪Step speed loss is defined as the difference between forward speed at foot contact and minimum forward speed during the stance phase.
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If you've been eyeing the Garmin Forerunner 970, you may be drawn to two of its buzz-worthy features: running economy and step speed loss. But there's a catch: You can't access either metric without purchasing a compatible Garmin accessory like the HRM-600 heart rate monitor, which will run you $170. Is this extra training insight worth the additional investment? To find out, I've been wearing one on my runs for the past several weeks, including a half-marathon race in early May. Here's what I've learned about myself, and what you need to know before buying an accessory to get the most out of your running data.
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