Running Dynamics
Running dynamics is real-time feedback about your running form. Your MARQ® watch has an accelerometer to calculate five running form metrics. For all six running form metrics, you must pair your MARQ watch with the HRM-Fit™, HRM-Pro™ series accessory, or other running dynamics accessory that measures torso movement. For more information, go to garmin.com/performance-data/running.
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Metric |
Sensor Type |
Description |
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Cadence |
Watch or compatible accessory |
Cadence is the number of steps per minute. It displays the total steps (right and left combined). |
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Vertical oscillation |
Watch or compatible accessory |
Vertical oscillation is your bounce while running. It displays the vertical motion of your torso, measured in centimeters. |
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Ground contact time |
Watch or compatible accessory |
Ground contact time is the amount of time in each step that you spend on the ground while running. It is measured in milliseconds.
NOTE:
Ground contact time and balance are not available while walking.
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Ground contact time balance |
Compatible accessory only |
Ground contact time balance displays the left/right balance of your ground contact time while running. It displays a percentage. For example, 53.2 with an arrow pointing left or right. |
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Stride length |
Watch or compatible accessory |
Stride length is the length of your stride from one footfall to the next. It is measured in meters. |
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Vertical ratio |
Watch or compatible accessory |
Vertical ratio is the ratio of vertical oscillation to stride length. It displays a percentage. A lower number typically indicates better running form. |