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Forerunner 235 and Walking

Coppertop004
over 7 years ago
I ran across a steal of a deal on the Forerunner 235 that I couldn't resist.

I have been using the Vivosmart HR+ and my activity level is decent where I spend about 30 minutes a day on a treadmill and every other weekend on kayaking. I do track my daily steps, stairs, etc.

The Vivosmart HR+ has a walking activity, while the Forerunner 235 only covers running. My knees aren't very run friendly, so my treadmill time is usually a brisk walk. Is there an issue using the indoor running activity on the 235 to track my treadmill time?

I like the Vivosmart HR+ but really wish it had the color screen of the Vivoactive and supported Connect IQ. I don't really track my time on the kayak beyond distance but would the Vivoactive be a better option for my activity profile?

Thanks in advance.
  • 0 over 7 years ago
    Change it in the mobile app

    I change the activity type from the Garmin Connect Mobile app after I complete my daily walk. I go into Edit Activity anyway to change the name and the Event Type, so it's just two more taps.

    I guess I should check out Jim's ConnectIQ app.

    -- Pete
  • 0 over 7 years ago
    I change the activity type from the Garmin Connect Mobile app after I complete my daily walk. I go into Edit Activity anyway to change the name and the Event Type, so it's just two more taps.

    I guess I should check out Jim's ConnectIQ app.

    -- Pete


    I also edit my activity in connect mobile after it's been saved to my phone. By doing this I can continue to use the Indoor Run application and edit items such as duration or name as needed. It's also handy to be able to record resistance and similar items in the notes.
  • 0 over 7 years ago
    T

    I've actually been considering downgrading to the Vivosmart 3 just so I can track my friggin' walks too... It's sad.

    sigh.


    Confused. If you track it as a run and only walk is there an issue apart from the label?