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Whether you\u2019re a runner training for your next big race, putting more oomph into your running workouts, or you just want to start measuring your daily steps, it pays to have a good smart watch to measure your progress and even give you customized training advice. That\u2019s why we came up with this list of 11 top-notch smart fitness watches for running.<\/p>

When making our picks, we took into account key factors like versatility, durability, battery life and data tracking features. Our selection of watches has something for everyone, from the first-time runner who wants to keep track of vital stats to advanced off-trail runners or fitness enthusiasts looking to up their distance and cut down on their times. Plus, they\u2019re all just a click away on Amazon!<\/p>

1. This Garmin watch<\/a> gives you everything you need to get serious about your running, from daily analysis of your activity and related insights to personalized training plans, all contained within a smart-looking design.<\/p>

>> Buy the Garmin Forerunner 265 Running Smartwatch for $429.16 on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

2. This POLAR Sport Watch<\/a> not only lasts for up to eight days of use on a single charge, but it cares about your recovery as much as your performance, with helpful post-run leg tests and sleep recommendations.<\/p>

>> Buy the POLAR Vantage V3 Sport Watch with GPS for $590.82 on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

3. Lightweight and comfortable to wear day and night, the COROS PACE 3<\/a> can last up to 17 days on a single charge. It has activity tracking modes for everything from running to skiing, plus advanced heart rate sensors and sleep tracking.<\/p>

>> Buy the COROS PACE 3 Sport Watch for $229 on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

4. If you\u2019re just getting started on using a smart watch while running, we recommend this value-priced Garmin watch<\/a>, which tracks all the important stats like distance, heart rate, pace and speed, and also offers training programs and goal-setting based on finish times.<\/p>

>> Buy the Garmin Forerunner 55, GPS Running Watch for $162.99 (19% off) on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

5. \u201cRugged\u201d is indeed the word to describe this thermal and shock-resistant Garmin Outdoor Watch<\/a>, which is built to hold up to heavy-duty running in all conditions.<\/p>

>> Buy the Garmin Instinct 2 Rugged Outdoor Watch with GPS for $203.95 (32% off) on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

6. With a built-in compass and offline maps, you won\u2019t get lost with this titanium-cased Apple smart watch<\/a>, even if you stray off the usual roads.<\/p>

>> Buy the Apple Watch Ultra 2 [GPS + Cellular 49mm] Smartwatch for $749 on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

7. This COROS sports watch<\/a> packs a powerful processor that gives you faster Wi-Fi, graphics and map loading speeds, plus an easy-to-read dial and pinpoint-accurate GPS.<\/p>

>> Buy the COROS PACE Pro GPS Sport Watch for $349 on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

8. This Garmin watch<\/a> is built to tough U.S. military standards and also features solar charging, so your watch lasts up to 22 days on a single charge.<\/p>

>> Buy the Garmin fenix 7X Sapphire Solar Adventure Smartwatch for $700 (22% off) on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

9. While this Amazfit Smart Watch<\/a> doesn\u2019t have all the extra features of more expensive smartwatches, it\u2019s still a good value at its price, with solid tracking of cardio-related exercises (like running).<\/p>

>> Buy the Amazfit Bip 3 Pro Smart Watch for Men for $59.99 (14% off) on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

10. With up to 11 days of power in smartwatch mode or 19 hours in power in GPS mode, this watch<\/a> can stand up over the course of long runs, and its 4GB drive can hold hundreds of hours of downloaded music to liven up your running routines.<\/p>

>> Buy the Garmin Forerunner 165 Music Running Smartwatch for $299.99 on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

11. This Apple Watch<\/a> places a premium on comfort and convenience, with a 40mm face that sits nicely on the wrist, a fitness band, and seamless sync-up with Apple phones and devices.<\/p>

>> Buy the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) [GPS 40mm] Smartwatch for $199.99 (20% off) on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/p> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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