Garmin Running Dynamics Pod

Train hard, run free

Garmin's running dynamics sensor easily attaches to the waistband of your pants. It measures whether you have improved your running dynamics from yesterday. This allows you to run without having to wear a chest strap. Once you have paired your compatible smartwatch¹, you can attach the sensor to the back in the middle of the waistband of your pants and start running.

Assess your form

View and analyze important running data, such as your cadence, stride length, ground contact time and balance, vertical oscillation and vertical ratio. These biomechanical measurements will help you better understand your running form so you perform better on race day.

Here's how it works

The running dynamics sensor includes an accelerometer, which measures upper body movements and calculates the following 6 running metrics:

• Cadence is the number of steps per minute. The total number of steps is displayed (left and right together).
• Ground contact time balance displays the left/right balance of your ground contact time while running. This balance is displayed as a percentage. For example, 53.2% with a left or right arrow.
• Step length is the distance between where you place one foot and your other foot. This length is measured in meters.
• Vertical oscillation is the up-and-down motion during running. This shows the vertical movement of your upper body, measured in centimeters for each step.
• Vertical ratio is the ratio of vertical oscillation to stride length. This balance is displayed as a percentage. A lower ratio usually indicates a better running condition.
• Ground contact time is the amount of time for each step during running where there is contact with the ground. This is measured in milliseconds.

Physical specifications

• Dimensions (LxWxD), sensor in clip: 37.6 mm x 23.2 mm x 19.2 mm
• Weight: 12.0 g
• Battery life: 1 year (with daily use of 1 hour)
• Battery type: CR1632 (replaceable)
• Water resistance: 1 ATM

Extra

• ANT+^® connectivity: Yes