Forerunner 55

Garmin

Forerunner 55

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afonsorrmp in r/portugal

November 23, 2025 2:08 AM

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Does a watch for running really make a difference?

My Garmin 265 really has done me wonders in terms of not having to carry too much on a run. I've always hated taking my phone to time anything and the Garmin has been incredibly useful in terms of accuracy of my runs, HR, etc. Measures my sleep data, body battery, and other useful tidbits. You can g

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PaleontologistOwn505 in r/BeginnersRunning

December 17, 2025 3:50 AM

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I've been running 5k on a treadmill consistently over the last couple months at about a 31 minute pace. Finally decided to try running outside for the first time, and only made it a mile before I had to stop and walk.

Garmin Forerunner 55 or 165 will do exactly what you need! Honestly I think the whole subscription thing is being a bit blown out of proportion for those of us who stick to the lower price point watches like myself. I have the 165 and it’s phenomenal. Waterproof and has physical buttons so you don’t

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llamafroghybridman in r/beginnerrunning

April 25, 2025 12:55 AM

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Watch Recs - Garmin

Garmin forerunner 55 :)Got everything a watch needs, for an OK price.

ren_dier in r/runningfashion

December 30, 2025 2:21 PM

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Watch recs

I also have a garmin forerunner 265s- and love it- I upgraded from the forerunner 55. I liked the 55, but upgraded bc I was ready to track more activities and was interested in the other stats- but the forerunner 55- allowed me to track my runs, walks, yoga, and strength-and is a bit more affordable

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kimchihighpriestess in r/XXRunning

June 8, 2025 5:28 PM

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Smart / fitness watch recommendations?

I have a garmin forerunner 55 and it’s great

whosabadnewbie in r/rs_fitness

November 3, 2025 10:03 PM

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Is Garmin worth it?

I've really liked all of my Garmin watches! Check out anything from the Forerunner line, like the Forerunner 55. And highly recommend getting a refurbished/used one to save money, if that's an issue for you. You can get the 55, 45, or 35 for a pretty good deal refurbished/used.

ashtree35 in r/XXRunning

October 6, 2025 11:25 AM

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Fenix 8 Pro is useless...

I mean, Garmin Fenix are specialist watches geared towards specific purposes. If you are just a casual active person, they are way cheaper options from Samsung or Apple, but also from Garmin, (forerunner 55 for example). If you are a bit more serious, you can buy a mid range device. The Fenix line i

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Bikes_are_funnnn in r/GarminFenix

September 4, 2025 10:02 AM

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Just started running and I’m exhausted in 20 seconds. Zero stamina. Feeling lost.

Make sure your "running" pace is slow. It may actually feel too slow at first. When your stamina runs out, walk for a while. It's fine, nobody cares, there's no fail state here (other than not trying at all). Tomorrow if your legs/feet hurt or feel tired, just walk. If they feel fine, throw in some

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Im_A_Boozehound in r/BeginnersRunning

January 15, 2026 6:29 PM

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How do you track your running without a watch?

I’ve been using Garmin for 10+ years and it keeps track of everything. You can get an entry level fitness watch for around $150 (the Forerunner 55). It will be way less complicated as your runs/workouts automatically download to the Garmin app from the watch. Takes zero work. I’ve never used Strava

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Humble-Lab-3950 in r/XXRunning

February 5, 2026 7:09 PM

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