Garmin's Forerunner smartwatches are known to be some of the best smartwatches for runners. So, the new Garmin Forerunner 45 and Garmin Forerunner 45S smartwatches are catered to beginners and to help new runners who are training or looking to exercise.

There are a dozen activity profiles to choose from and are as effective if your preferred exercise is riding a bike or yoga rather than running.  It will record efforts made during a cycling workout and while doing cardio, yoga, etc.

The new Garmin Forerunner 45 series watches can monitor daily steps, distance traveled, calories burned, and sleep. They are designed to be worn all day long since they can measure how you’re sleeping. They also feature a heart rate monitor and built-in GPS. In addition, the watches come with all-day stress monitoring and Body Battery energy monitoring, so users can track their health and wellness along with their workouts. Other features include seven days of battery life in smartwatch mode and 13 hours in GPS mode.

Users will also have access to Garmin Coach for free, with three different Garmin training plans to choose from. These programs are designed by running coaches Jeff Galloway, Greg McMillan, and Amy Parkerson-Mitchell. So, if you're just starting off an exercise regime, you can get guidance from experts.

The size of the display is where they differ. The Garmin Forerunner 45 has a 42mm display and comes in black or red. The smaller Garmin Forerunner 45S features a 39mm display and is available in purple and white.

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