Running, despite appearing to be a simple practice, can be full of equipment. Whether to improve your performance, like the right sneakers, or help control your pace, measure your time and store your training, like watches.
Smartwatches have become runners' best friends in recent times, as they help them keep track of stride length, heart rate, distance and much more, compiling all this data into complete reports.
For those who are just starting out and want to understand what they are for and what the best option is, the CNN consulted running experts and listed six GPS watches for those who want to start running. See below.
- Garmin Forerunner 55
“Garmin is known for GPS and heart rate accuracy. It has its own app so you can have all the information from the watch on your cell phone screen and even program workouts and carry out workouts already proposed by the platform”, explained Mario Sergio Andadre, founder of the RunFun sports consultancy.
“The Forerunner line is the most purchased in the world. 55 is the brand's entry clock. It has GPS, heart rate, features for running, cycling and swimming, as well as other sports that can be placed on the watch. Connect with your cell phone to listen to music”, he continued.
“It’s a great watch for those who are starting to train and want to invest in getting more feedback from their training,” he concluded.

Price on the official website : R$ 1,949
- Polar Pacer
“Polar is also known for having the most accurate GPS and heart rate. It has an app to view your workouts, sleep and other pertinent information. It is the second best-selling watch”, said Mario Sergio.
“Integrated GPS and continuous activity monitoring, ultralight and personalized training resources that can be useful for beginners”, added Júlia Beneduzzi, marathon runner and responsible for communications at Prime Run.

Price on the official website: R$ 1,999
- Apple Watch SE
The Applewatch is one of the main smartwatches on the market, which has GPS and health functions, as well as everyday features such as music, messages, cards and more.
“Apple is known for its high-quality electronics and is always innovating. The difference between Garmin and Apple is that the electronics brand uses GPS through cell phone antennas, so sometimes the data can show something different”, explained Mario Sergio.

Price on the official website: R$ 3,299
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 4
Like Apple, Samsung is known for its electronic devices, but it has opened a smartwatch line.
“Google's Wear OS operating system with app integration, advanced health monitoring including heart rate, sleep and blood oxygen levels. Built-in GPS for tracking outdoor activities, compatibility with voice assistants, water resistance and swimming monitoring features”, described Júlia Beneduzzi.

Price on the official website: R$ 1,349
- Pace 3 Choirs
“Coros is a brand that develops products for people who practice low or high intensity physical activities”, explained Mario Sergio.
“Complete watch, has GPS, heart rate, trail running and hiking mode, snow sports, sleep feedback, good battery life, touch screen and more,” he added.

Price on the official website: R$ 2,499
- Suunto 3
“Features a durable design suitable for outdoor activity, built-in GPS for activity tracking, advanced monitoring of daily activities including steps, calories burned and sleep, adaptive training features based on your fitness level and goals, battery long-lasting, water-resistant for use during swimming and other water activities, as well as connectivity with the brand's app for detailed analysis of training data and progress over time,” described Julia Beneduzzi.

Price on the official website: R$ 2,199
Source: CNN Brasil

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