So you’re in the medical field … will share a true story: younger daughter was home for six weeks back in 2005 after earning her BSN at FSU. After watching a movie with me, she said, “I’m gong to go study (for her licensing test).” I asked, “You don’t need my help, do you?” She replied, “No offense, Dad, but this stuff is over your head!”
Currently in route to San Francisco to depart Sunday on cruise that will take us back to Fort Lauderdale via the Panama Canal. Finished 1/2—#—142 last Sunday in Cocoa, FL. Wife’s broken wing (left arm) is continuing to heal … orthopedic doctor cleared us to travel … he said, “Just don’t fall down!” What do I want for Hanukkah? As trite as this sounds, I want continued good health for our extended family … and this includes the gang we call THM Community
It's always going to be books! The Correspondent (Virginia Evans); Buckeye (Patrick Ryan); Ann Patchett's new one. (I think it's out.) The Demon of Unrest (Erik Larson)--and I could go on and on and on........
The gearhead in me wants a Garmin watch, too! I’ve been looking at them given the cyber week sales. My main problem is: there are so many models! I can’t figure out which ones have which features. I’m used to Apple Watch, where they all have basically the same features with some differences in terms of size and battery life. The Ultra models have a little more functionality, but beyond that, it’s not hard to figure out what’s what. With Garmin? Every time I think I have it pinned down, I find yet another model that *could* work and be good for me. Trying to narrow it down is hard!
I know -- they all seem so similar, don't they? The only criteria I'm using is price; I really don't want to spend over like, $400. Some of them go way over that!
When watch shopping, be careful to avoid scope creep. You could easily get carried away and spend upwards of $1200 on a GPS watch. For me, they all kind of do the same thing (track runs, mapping, health metrics, etc.). Fit and comfort were paramount, as was battery life. And I didn't care about music. That's how I settled on the Coros Apex Pro. It has all the features I need for 99% of my runs. And, if it's good enough for Kilian, then surely it'll work for me.
I looked at the Coros models. The only feature it lacks - but a big one for me - is being able to control my music from the watch. I almost always listen to music or podcasts when I run, and not being able to stop/start/advance on the watch would be a bummer. I suppose it's not a dealbreaker, because my headphones have a physical button I can use for all of that, but I like being able to do it on the watch.
Makes sense. I just use my ear buds to advance/pause/repeat, but if I want to select a specific song, I do have to pull out my phone. Also, on the Coros, I can decline a call from the watch, but I can't accept a call. That has to be done via ear bud (or phone). Still, for me, that feature is a nice-to-have, not a deal breaker.
FYI - if you head over to TheFeed, they have the Garmin 965 on sale for 25% off, and the 265 is 33% off (both are older models, but excellent). The Coros Pace 3 and Pace Pro are also on sale (Coros dropped the prices on these watches now that they've released the 4).
I was looking at both the Garmin 265 (alongside several other models) and the Coros Pace 3. Just unsure about the audio thing. I feel like that would bug as I've gotten so used to it. I wonder if it's worth it.
I've also gotten used to using training plans in the Adidas Running app, which integrates nicely with Workouts on Apple Watch. I'll miss that, but it seems as though both Garmin and Coros have good run training plans as a mostly free resources, as well as customizable ones. I just feel like I'd be starting over from scratch after having used Adidas Running plans for a while now. (This is a whole separate issue from all the rest I mentioned; just musing about it and curious about any experience you have with Coros's training and how it prompts on the watch during a run).
I've never used Coros training plans, but a buddy of mine uses them -- and likes them. (Two weeks ago, he and I did an 17-mile trail run, and his watch kept beeping, signaling it was time for the next interval ... kind of cool.)
My watch is my favorite piece of gear (and my Coros Armband HRM is a very close second). However, I've grown not to pay too much attention to it during my run. I think we can get so obsessed with our instant pace/HR/VO2 max, etc. that we lose sight of what we're actually doing. Is my Apex Pro perfect? Nope. But, does it give me all the data I need for every run. Absolutely.
I get that - I'm finding myself better able to sense my pace without checking my watch as often, and I only check it a lot when I'm doing an interval or tempo run where I'm constantly changing paces and trying to stay within a set range for each of those intervals. So it's useful to get those signals there. But yeah, totally get that. No knock at all on Coros or any brand from me - I feel like everyone knows their own needs and should buy (or not buy) accordingly.
i bought my own stuff on black friday haha. rabbit and brooks both had good sales. i got bright pink brooks shorts that i have been eying and a rabbit sports bra that holds your phone. i have been wanting one of those for so long so i'm excited to try it out. oh and i also bought a pair of rabbit shorts that i totally didn't need but my friend has been raving about.
I love that, Cheri -- that's what I want too. There are those moments that come sometimes, when everyone in my life is okay, and I think, "this, this is what I've always been wanting and hoping for, right here." They don't last -- problems always arise, sooner or later, don't they? -- but I'm so thankful for them when they do. It's kind of like being on a surfboard, on top of the wave for just a moment. You know it won't last all that long, but it's so great for the moment it does.
Ah but it can last, Terrell. Peace in the storms of life doesn’t need to be elusive. Trust and surrender is what I think leads to peace and joy ♥️ it is my life’s quest.
Here’s a confession- I’ve been testing (for free) the Kipchoge running app KOTCHA for over a week, wondering if I should subscribe to it or consider a live coach or group training. Tips from the AI version of the GOAT runner “coach K” gives me stupid happiness. As I read the Friday thread, I took it as a calling and got the annual subscription :-) just now, so this will be my holiday gift to myself
Hoping for a slow day in the ER😬🤞🏻
Oh wow, I would too! So you're an ER doctor, then?
Nurse practitioner 😬
Ha it is a lot and the school part really sucks. Tell her we are hiring if she wants to come to ny🤣
So you’re in the medical field … will share a true story: younger daughter was home for six weeks back in 2005 after earning her BSN at FSU. After watching a movie with me, she said, “I’m gong to go study (for her licensing test).” I asked, “You don’t need my help, do you?” She replied, “No offense, Dad, but this stuff is over your head!”
Currently in route to San Francisco to depart Sunday on cruise that will take us back to Fort Lauderdale via the Panama Canal. Finished 1/2—#—142 last Sunday in Cocoa, FL. Wife’s broken wing (left arm) is continuing to heal … orthopedic doctor cleared us to travel … he said, “Just don’t fall down!” What do I want for Hanukkah? As trite as this sounds, I want continued good health for our extended family … and this includes the gang we call THM Community
Right back at you, Dave! Hope you and your wife have a safe, uneventful flight!
It's always going to be books! The Correspondent (Virginia Evans); Buckeye (Patrick Ryan); Ann Patchett's new one. (I think it's out.) The Demon of Unrest (Erik Larson)--and I could go on and on and on........
The gearhead in me wants a Garmin watch, too! I’ve been looking at them given the cyber week sales. My main problem is: there are so many models! I can’t figure out which ones have which features. I’m used to Apple Watch, where they all have basically the same features with some differences in terms of size and battery life. The Ultra models have a little more functionality, but beyond that, it’s not hard to figure out what’s what. With Garmin? Every time I think I have it pinned down, I find yet another model that *could* work and be good for me. Trying to narrow it down is hard!
I know -- they all seem so similar, don't they? The only criteria I'm using is price; I really don't want to spend over like, $400. Some of them go way over that!
I’m using the same criteria (and same amount) to be honest. I finally asked AI to summarize the feature set of models under that amount, which helped.
When watch shopping, be careful to avoid scope creep. You could easily get carried away and spend upwards of $1200 on a GPS watch. For me, they all kind of do the same thing (track runs, mapping, health metrics, etc.). Fit and comfort were paramount, as was battery life. And I didn't care about music. That's how I settled on the Coros Apex Pro. It has all the features I need for 99% of my runs. And, if it's good enough for Kilian, then surely it'll work for me.
I looked at the Coros models. The only feature it lacks - but a big one for me - is being able to control my music from the watch. I almost always listen to music or podcasts when I run, and not being able to stop/start/advance on the watch would be a bummer. I suppose it's not a dealbreaker, because my headphones have a physical button I can use for all of that, but I like being able to do it on the watch.
Makes sense. I just use my ear buds to advance/pause/repeat, but if I want to select a specific song, I do have to pull out my phone. Also, on the Coros, I can decline a call from the watch, but I can't accept a call. That has to be done via ear bud (or phone). Still, for me, that feature is a nice-to-have, not a deal breaker.
FYI - if you head over to TheFeed, they have the Garmin 965 on sale for 25% off, and the 265 is 33% off (both are older models, but excellent). The Coros Pace 3 and Pace Pro are also on sale (Coros dropped the prices on these watches now that they've released the 4).
I was looking at both the Garmin 265 (alongside several other models) and the Coros Pace 3. Just unsure about the audio thing. I feel like that would bug as I've gotten so used to it. I wonder if it's worth it.
I've also gotten used to using training plans in the Adidas Running app, which integrates nicely with Workouts on Apple Watch. I'll miss that, but it seems as though both Garmin and Coros have good run training plans as a mostly free resources, as well as customizable ones. I just feel like I'd be starting over from scratch after having used Adidas Running plans for a while now. (This is a whole separate issue from all the rest I mentioned; just musing about it and curious about any experience you have with Coros's training and how it prompts on the watch during a run).
I've never used Coros training plans, but a buddy of mine uses them -- and likes them. (Two weeks ago, he and I did an 17-mile trail run, and his watch kept beeping, signaling it was time for the next interval ... kind of cool.)
My watch is my favorite piece of gear (and my Coros Armband HRM is a very close second). However, I've grown not to pay too much attention to it during my run. I think we can get so obsessed with our instant pace/HR/VO2 max, etc. that we lose sight of what we're actually doing. Is my Apex Pro perfect? Nope. But, does it give me all the data I need for every run. Absolutely.
I get that - I'm finding myself better able to sense my pace without checking my watch as often, and I only check it a lot when I'm doing an interval or tempo run where I'm constantly changing paces and trying to stay within a set range for each of those intervals. So it's useful to get those signals there. But yeah, totally get that. No knock at all on Coros or any brand from me - I feel like everyone knows their own needs and should buy (or not buy) accordingly.
i bought my own stuff on black friday haha. rabbit and brooks both had good sales. i got bright pink brooks shorts that i have been eying and a rabbit sports bra that holds your phone. i have been wanting one of those for so long so i'm excited to try it out. oh and i also bought a pair of rabbit shorts that i totally didn't need but my friend has been raving about.
I totally get that, Kel! I need some new things to wear too.
No gifts. Just peace. Heartfelt, meaningful peace in me despite what I may be going through.
I love that, Cheri -- that's what I want too. There are those moments that come sometimes, when everyone in my life is okay, and I think, "this, this is what I've always been wanting and hoping for, right here." They don't last -- problems always arise, sooner or later, don't they? -- but I'm so thankful for them when they do. It's kind of like being on a surfboard, on top of the wave for just a moment. You know it won't last all that long, but it's so great for the moment it does.
Ah but it can last, Terrell. Peace in the storms of life doesn’t need to be elusive. Trust and surrender is what I think leads to peace and joy ♥️ it is my life’s quest.
Here’s a confession- I’ve been testing (for free) the Kipchoge running app KOTCHA for over a week, wondering if I should subscribe to it or consider a live coach or group training. Tips from the AI version of the GOAT runner “coach K” gives me stupid happiness. As I read the Friday thread, I took it as a calling and got the annual subscription :-) just now, so this will be my holiday gift to myself
A functioning democracy would be nice.
Specific to running, a quiver to hold my poles. I've got everything else I need, though I'm still holding out hope for an entry to WSER and Leadville!