Training for a Race Event

Your watch can suggest daily workouts to help you train for a running or cycling event, if you have a VO2 max. estimate (About VO2 Max. Estimates).

  1. From the Garmin Connect™ app, select Menu.
  2. Select Training & Planning > Races & Events > Find an Event.
  3. Search for an event in your area.

    You can also select Create an Event to create your own event.

  4. Select Add to Calendar.
  5. Sync your watch with your Garmin Connect account.
  6. On your watch, scroll to the primary race glance to see a countdown to your primary race event.
  7. From the watch face, press START, and select a running or cycling activity.
    NOTE: If you have completed at least one outdoor run with heart rate data or one ride with heart rate and power data, daily suggested workouts appear on your watch.
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August 2025