For the running crowd, there is specific technology for you with a built-in accelerometer that tracks distance and pace whether you are jogging on a treadmill or indoor track facility.

What do you do with all this data? One great feature of this line of fitness trackers is the Garmin Connect platform has very easy to use/understand charts, graphs, maps etc. to keep track of your data and activities.
You can compare in real-time (no delays) by using the Garmin Connect LiveTrack feature. You can also upload preprogrammed workouts and have your own “personal trainer” pushing you to the next level.
Personalization is always a bonus so you don’t have the same fitness tracker as all your gym friends. Another great benefit of purchasing within the Garmin Family of wearables is the Garmin Face-It app that allows you to customize the Face of the 235 with any photo from your library. You can change it as often as your Facebook profile pic to keep it fresh or just leave the cute photo of your kids on your wrist and forget about it.
Battery Life- The Garmin 235 can last over a week on a single charge so is suitable for long distance runners concerned about running out of juice (in the watch, of course). Our experience was that you used around 1% of battery life for each mile of running, so that is a good rule of thumb for short and long distance runs.
Verdict
The Garmin Forerunner 235 offers incredible value for runners of all fitness levels, whether you go for a jog on the weekend or put in some serious mileage daily. If you are looking for a comprehensive running watch and fitness tracker at a great price, then this is certainly one to look at when comparing models.
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Update on Pricing for Garmin 235: After first coming on the market MSRP: $329.99 Oct 21, 2015, this watch has held its overall value in the overcrowded fitness tracker wearable market which is a testament to the enduring popularity of this model.
There is a secondary market now out there with used models if you’re looking for a bargain and don’t mind preowned-otherwise you are looking at close to MSRP for the holiday season.