subject: Garmin Forerunner 305: An Electronic Trainer For The Best Performance [print this page] The Garmin Forerunner 305 is an electronic fitness training device that is worn like a wristwatch and is specifically designed for runners who wish to improve their performance over time. The GPS enabled trainer has a wireless heart monitor, is applicable for multiple sports and possesses a high sensitivity GPS receiver for charting courses and storing up to date maps of your exact location. The Forerunner 305 can store data on every workout that you have ever done plus download more challenging workouts for the future. It also has a rechargeable lithium ion battery.
The Garmin fitness trainer helps you to train more effectively and efficiently. It goes beyond storing data on past performances. To help achieve goals, there is a selection of software tools to analyze heart rates, calories burned with distance improvement over time. The Forerunner 305 not only reviews the history of progress, it also can create more demanding workouts and running courses using up to the minute GPS technology that tracks your every move, even working in shaded areas.
For those runners who wish to train indoors and still want to keep data on pace and calories burned, there is the Foot Pod accessory, a wireless device which attaches to the running shoe and transmits the information to the Forerunner when GPS is unavailable.
Data is stored in the computer and there are three main screens on the Forerunner 305 and 12 data fields with instant feedback on heart rate, calories expended, speed and distance. In addition, each workout is stored in the device memory so it can be reviewed to see how you have improved over time.
The electronic trainer becomes in effect a running companion telling the runner where to go, where to turn and what workouts are needed to achieve fitness goals. After the run is completed, the user can download the results via a USB port on a PC or Mac to match the data on maps provided by the online Training Center for Garmin owners. Users of the training device can also connect through the Forerunner to an online community of other Garmin users to compare their results.
it has several improved features such as accuracy and faster satellite time. The wrist strap is more comfortable and flexible on this model. The button layout is improved, more responsive and easier to use. The buttons on the right containing the menu selection while the left buttons are the power and the backlight switches.
For the serious runner and the person who is just starting on their fitness regimen, the Forerunner 305 makes a fascinating and informative guide to maintaining and improving upon their physical performance.
