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Garmin FORERUNNER 245 User Manual

Garmin FORERUNNER 245
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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 BACK 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 BACK to
start your next 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 your Garmin Connect account.
You can use the tools in your Garmin
Connect account to view and edit activity
details.
4 Activities and Apps

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Garmin FORERUNNER 245 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size1.2" (30.4 mm) diameter
Display Resolution240 x 240 pixels
Display TypeSunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP)
Weight38.5 g
GPS Battery LifeUp to 24 hours
Water Rating5 ATM
ConnectivityBluetooth, ANT+
Case Size42.3 x 42.3 x 12.2 mm
Music StorageUp to 500 songs
CompatibilityiPhone, Android
NotificationsYes
Battery LifeUp to 7 days in smartwatch mode
SensorsGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, heart rate monitor, Compass, Accelerometer
MusicYes (Forerunner 245 Music model)

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