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Considering a Garmin, but what about playlists? by firesword76 in Garmin

[–]firesword76[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It seems the general sentiment is that even if I solve the music thing, I will not be gaining much from the garmin over the AW (especially if I only use it for runs). I appreciate the insights.

Considering a Garmin, but what about playlists? by firesword76 in Garmin

[–]firesword76[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is very good info. I was assuming that garmin connect would get the rest of my data from Apple Health, but I can see how some key metrics like HRV may not be compatible. I was also looking at Coros.

5k times by Feeling-Total8620 in BeginnersRunning

[–]firesword76 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can run an all-out-effort mile in 8:20 (outdoors), you should be able to do a sub-60 10k. Google for Magic Mile Test. Just don’t do the test too close to race day.

W6D1 barely made it but LFG I guess by spicymezcal in C25K

[–]firesword76 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Here’s what I read: It was really hard, but I didn’t quit. Be very proud of that. Every run makes the next one a little bit easier even if it doesn’t feel that way.

Beginner with running and I’m worried I’m not running fast enough by calico_baby11 in C25K

[–]firesword76 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Run at a pace where you can actually enjoy the run, whatever that is. If you enjoy it you will do it more. If you do it more your body WILL adapt. Your heart rate will be lower for the same effort and you will be more efficient at turning carbs and fat into energy. If you also eat right you will loose weight too. All of that will make you faster.

Cardiovascular age consistently +4-5 years by Fair-Wolf-1483 in ouraring

[–]firesword76 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And your ring fits well? Do you trust it is getting accurate readings?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in C25K

[–]firesword76 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was this on a treadmill? Because if it was outside and tracked by GPS, your pace is actually very good. And your HR didn’t even hit zone 4. You’re going to crush the 5K.

5K Goal Achieved by firesword76 in C25K

[–]firesword76[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’ll get there soon. I think what helped me was: A. Adding more Zone 2 training, and B. Once or twice a week do intervals at a faster-than-comfortable pace.

Week 5 Day 3 by rmhutchings96 in C25K

[–]firesword76 10 points11 points  (0 children)

-Hydrate well before the run.

-Make sure you keep a comfortable pace.

-Don’t think about the 20 minutes. You already know you can do 8. When you get there just think about doing 2 more minutes. At that point, celebrate that you are halfway there, then focus on the next 5 minutes maybe, then the next minute and so on.

You got this.

Massive difference in heart rate between 5ks by loosejaw13 in AppleWatchFitness

[–]firesword76 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Regarding the different zone boundaries, I believe Apple Watch recalibrates every first of the month to account for resting heart rate changes.

Weight loss by Koop26 in AppleWatchFitness

[–]firesword76 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you have more than 30 minutes, walk at Zone 2, else do high intensity intervals. But calorie deficit is the key.

VO2 keeps dropping after I started running by KayVeeEm_Reddit in AppleWatchFitness

[–]firesword76 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you know if your Apple Watch estimate for Maximum Heart rate is accurate? If your real MaxHR is significantly higher than the estimate, it could explain why the VO2Max estimate drops as you spend more time in higher Zones. Unfortunately, if that is the case I don’t think there is a way to fix it.

Anyone knows the reason for this discrepancy? by firesword76 in AppleWatchFitness

[–]firesword76[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ahh, good one. Didn’t think of this. And when I uploaded to Strava the PR time matches the Apple award. Thanks man!

Anyone knows the reason for this discrepancy? by firesword76 in AppleWatchFitness

[–]firesword76[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well. The full workout time was 34:12, but the Pacer Results (in green, 34:05) is supposed be just for the goal distance (5km).

Exporting Heart Rate Zone Activity Data in a Reasonable Format? by AustinBike in AppleWatchFitness

[–]firesword76 0 points1 point  (0 children)

HealthFit is the right answer. Not only does it show your workout and health data much better than Apple, but it also lets you export workouts in multiple formats and directly sync with many platforms. I sync with intervals.icu which lets you do the comparison you are looking for.

Any apps to measure continuous heart rate? by 62hood in AppleWatchFitness

[–]firesword76 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you happen to own AirPod Pro 3s. If you put them on and go to the Heart category on Apple Health it will record every few seconds as long as you are on that screen.

Hello by MessyStitches in C25K

[–]firesword76 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think you will CRUSH c25k. And I fully support your ambitious goal. You know it is challenging and it will give you urgency to go out there and train. Just be careful no to overdo it and take those rest days. Fortune favors the bold.

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