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• Select Other to create a new custom activity.
3 If necessary, select an activity type.
4 Select a name or enter a custom name.
Duplicate activity names include a number, for
example: Bike(2).
5 Select an option:
• Select an option to customize specific activity
settings. For example, you can customize the data
screens or auto features.
• Select Done to save and use the custom activity.
6 Select Yes to add the activity to your list of
favorites.
Indoor Activities
The Forerunner device can be used for training indoors,
such as running on an indoor track or using a stationary bike
or indoor trainer. GPS is turned off for indoor activities.
When running or walking with GPS turned off, speed,
distance, and cadence are calculated using the
accelerometer in the device. The accelerometer is self-
calibrating. The accuracy of the speed, distance,
and cadence data improves after a few outdoor runs or walks
using GPS.
TIP: Holding the handrails of the treadmill reduces
accuracy. You can use an optional foot pod to record pace,
distance, and cadence.
When cycling with GPS turned off, speed and distance data
are not available unless you have an optional sensor that
sends speed and distance data to the device, such as a speed
or cadence sensor.
Going for a Virtual Run
You can pair your Forerunner device with a compatible third-
party app to transmit pace, heart rate, or cadence data.
1 Select START > Virtual Run.
2 On your tablet, laptop, or smartphone, open the
Zwift™ app or another virtual training app.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to start a running
activity and pair the devices.
4 Select START to start the activity timer.
5 After you complete your run, select STOP to stop the
activity timer.
Calibrating the Treadmill Distance
To record more accurate distances for your treadmill runs,
you can calibrate the treadmill distance after you run at least
1.5 km (1 mi.) on a treadmill. If you use different treadmills,
you can manually calibrate the treadmill distance on each
treadmill or after each run.
1 Start a treadmill activity
page
2), and run at least 1.5 km (1 mi.) on the
treadmill.
2 After you complete your run, select STOP.
Activities and Apps
(Starting an Activity,
3 Select an option:
• To calibrate the treadmill distance the first time,
select Save.
The device prompts you to complete the
treadmill calibration.
• To manually calibrate the treadmill distance after the
first-time calibration, select Calibrate & Save > Yes.
4 Check the treadmill display for the distance traveled,
and enter the distance on your device.
Recording a Strength Training Activity
You can record sets during a strength training activity. A set
is multiple repetitions (reps) of a single move.
1 From the watch face, select START > Strength.
The first time you record a strength training activity,
you must select which wrist your watch is on.
2 Select START to start the set timer.
3 Start your first set.
The device counts your reps. Your rep count
appears when you complete at least four reps.
TIP: The device can only count reps of a single move
for each set. When you want to change moves, you
should finish the set and start a new one.
4 Select
to finish the set.
The watch displays the total reps for the set. After
several seconds, the rest timer appears.
5 If necessary, select DOWN and edit the number of
reps.
TIP: You can also add the weight used for the set.
6 When you are done resting, select
set.
7 Repeat for each strength training set until your
activity is complete.
8 After your last set, select START to stop the set
timer.
9 Select Save.
Tips for Recording Strength Training Activities
Do not look at the device while performing reps.
You should interact with the device at the beginning and
end of each set, and during rests.
Focus on your form while performing reps.
Perform bodyweight or free weight exercises.
Perform reps with a consistent, wide range of
motion.
Each rep is counted when the arm wearing the
device returns to the starting position.
NOTE: Leg exercises may not be counted.
Turn on automatic set detection to start and stop your
sets.
Save and send your strength training activity to
to start your next
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