A Garmin push tracker is essentially a compatible Garmin device operating in wheelchair mode. When this mode is enabled, the device is specifically designed to track the movements of a wheelchair user.
Instead of tracking steps, as it would for someone who is walking, a Garmin device in wheelchair mode will track your movements as pushes rather than steps. This provides a more accurate and relevant measure of activity for wheelchair users.
Understanding Push Tracking
Push tracking on a Garmin device is part of its wheelchair mode, which aims to provide a more personalized health and fitness experience for wheelchair users. It quantifies mobility based on the number of times the wheels are pushed, rather than the traditional step count.
Key aspects of this feature include:
- Relevant Activity Measurement: Tracks pushes, which are the primary form of propulsion for manual wheelchair users, offering a more meaningful metric than steps.
- Personalized Experience: Tailors health and fitness data specifically to the needs and movements of wheelchair users.
- Specialized Features: Provides access to wheelchair-based activities and challenges, allowing users to set goals and track progress relevant to their mode of mobility.
| Tracking Mode | Metric Tracked | User Group | Primary Goal (on device) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Steps | Pedestrian | General activity tracking |
| Wheelchair Mode | Pushes | Wheelchair Users | Personalized fitness tracking |
By switching to wheelchair mode, compatible Garmin devices transform into effective push trackers, offering dedicated features to support the health and fitness journeys of wheelchair users.
