Reviews

A major BMJ Medicine study tracking over 110,000 adults for 30 years shows that exercising in multiple different ways delivers greater longevity benefits than simply doing more of one sport. Here’s why variety matters — and how to structure your training for maximum lifespan gains. Read the…Read more

Honor’s “anti-sudden cardiac arrest screening” uses deceleration capacity (DC), a clinically validated metric that existing Apple Watch, Garmin, and Pixel Watch sensors can already measure. Here’s how it works and why it could arrive on more smartwatches in 2026. Read the full post at “DC” –…Read more

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After 100+ hours of sports testing, Apple Watch Ultra 3 earns 88/100 — a great smartwatch and competent sports watch, but the battery still isn’t good enough for true ultra-endurance events. Best for weekend warriors and triathletes up to Half Ironman. Read the full post atRead more

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The US International Trade Commission has launched an investigation into Garmin, Apple, and Samsung following patent infringement claims by UnaliWear. At the heart of the battle is “RealFall” technology—the very feature powering Garmin’s Incident Detection. Here is what the legal fight means for your next watch. Read the full post…Read more

Polar OS 5.0 brings dark mode maps, RPE grading, flashlight options and new widgets to Vantage V3, Grit X2, Vantage M3 and Ignite 3. Here’s what’s changed and how it works in practice. Read the full post at Polar 5 Tested – All the details. Subscribe to the5krunner for detailed…Read more

Find the perfect Garmin watch for your lifestyle. Compare 15 models from the fashion-forward Lily 2 Active to the ultra-endurance Enduro 3, with typical buyer profiles, battery specs, and GPS runtime for each. Read the full post at Best Garmin smartwatch for you? – Typical Buyer Types Explained – Which…Read more

Strava Heatmaps show where millions run and ride—brighter lines mean better routes. Learn how to use Global, Personal, Night, and Weekly heatmaps for smarter route planning, plus comparisons with Garmin, Komoot, and alternatives. Read the full post at Strava Heatmaps vs Competition – All You Need to Know, Fun Facts….Read more

2026 World Sports Photography Awards Grand Prix Gold goes to stunning tennis shadow shot by Edgar Su. Plus top cycling and triathlon/swimming images. Read the full post at World Sports Photography Awards 2026 Winner Revealed – Cycling & Triathlon Highlights. Subscribe to the5krunner for detailed running tech reviews, sports science…Read more

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Discover the top 100 most popular Garmin Connect IQ apps and watch faces based on recent downloads, reviews, and user retention. From Spotify and Deezer to fitness tracking apps like Stryd Power and Komoot, find out which Connect IQ apps runners and athletes are using most in 2025. Read the…Read more

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Worried about Garmin Connect’s data collection? New research analyzing 14 fitness apps shows Garmin collects 12 data types—fewer than Fitbit (23) and Strava (21)—with no third-party ad tracking. Here’s how Garmin compares to competitors and what it means for your privacy. Read the full post atRead more

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Discover why the Apple Watch is the best watch for casual cycling, with alternatives from Garmin and Google. Compare navigation, calls, music, radar alerts, and more to find your perfect cycling companion. Read the full post at The Best Watch for Cycling: Apple Watch vs Garmin…Read more

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What is Garmin planning for 2026? From the Fenix 9 and Edge 1060 to the long-awaited Vivosmart 6, we analyze 25 potential hardware launches based on established release cycles and recent leaks. Read the full post at *UPDATE* Garmin 2026 Roadmap: 25 Speculated Product Launches –…Read more

The Garmin Quatix 8 Pro 47mm brings inReach satellite and LTE connectivity to mariners, enabling two-way messaging, SOS, and vessel control up to 50 miles offshore. Enhanced boat mode, chartplotter voice commands, and remote marine integration make this the ultimate nautical smartwatch for serious boaters. Read the…Read more

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OpenAI and Anthropic just launched Apple Health integrations within 96 hours of each other. ChatGPT and Claude can now access your complete workout history—every run, ride, and training session you’ve ever logged. Here’s why this matters for athletes and what it means for the future of your…Read more