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How to Record a Run on Garmin vivoactive 5?

Published in Garmin Activity Tracking 2 mins read

To record a run on your Garmin vivoactive 5 watch, you will navigate through the activity menu, select the running activity, and start the timer.

Here are the steps based on the provided reference:

Recording Your Run Activity

Follow these steps on your vivoactive 5 to begin recording your running activity:

  1. Press. This action views the menu on your device. (This typically refers to the action button, often the upper right button).
  2. Select. This step involves selecting an icon, which is generally the activities icon.
  3. Swipe to scroll through the activity list, and select an option: Select. ... You will scroll through the available activities (like strength, cardio, cycling, etc.) and select "Run" from this list.
  4. Select to start the activity timer. (This usually refers to selecting the start/stop icon, often the action button again).
  5. Start your activity. Once the timer begins, you can start your run.
  6. Swipe up and down to view additional data screens. While recording, you can easily see various metrics like pace, distance, heart rate, and more by swiping on the screen.

Ending Your Run Activity

After you complete your activity, you need to save it. The reference indicates:

  1. After you complete your activity, hold until. ... You will typically hold the action button again.
  2. Select an option: After holding the button, the watch will present options such as Save, Discard, or Resume. You would select "Save" to finish and store your run data. (Note: The provided reference text for steps 7 and 8 is cut off, but it outlines the action to end the activity and the subsequent menu options).

By following these steps, you can successfully start, track, and complete recording your run on your Garmin vivoactive 5.

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