Apple Watch for Running

jessicalferrara

Is the first generation Apple Watch a good one to use with running? I am signing up for my second half marathon, and I would like to use an accurate watch with regard to mileage. I have my phone with me when I run, so I believe that provides more accuracy to my watch, but I am just curious to see what long distance runners use.

Scotty2HotPie

I'm just an amateur runner, but I really like the Apple Watch.... but you need to have your phone with you.

I don't mind, I bought a belt to carry the phone. It works for me because I listen to music or podcasts with my phone while running. I don't even notice the phone. Sometimes I even have Pokemon Go going... lol.

I use MapMyRun while running and the watch display shows.

Time
Dist
Average Pace
Heartrate

Plus it has all the other functions/apps as well.

Skipper111

Agree with Scotty. I am a regular runner and the Apple Watch is ideal. I have a Series 2 but my running buddy has a First Gen and it operates exactly the same.

The main benefit of using the watch is that you can hide your phone away and control everything using your watch, like music and Strava (or equivalent app).

Good luck with your training :-D

jessicalferrara

Thanks so much! I'll have to download an app for it. I have been using the exercising app on the watch.