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Using runners watches can make runners greatly improve on their performance. Runners’ watches are, after all, equipped with all the functions and features that any runner could possibly need to train and compete better. Taking it to the next level has never been easier.
Aside from the benefits that an advanced running watch can provide, accessories are also made for them for more specific purposes. These accessories are often optional purchases that are compatible with a specific running watch.
GPS receivers
Some runners’ watches are not GPS enabled. However, they can be with an additional accessory that serves as a GPS receiver. These watches connect to this accessory through a wireless ANT+ network. Usually, these are small enough to bring around while running.
There are of course running watches with integrated GPS chipsets. However, these watches tend to be bigger and bulkier than a regular watch. One can read about them in a GPS running watch review.
Heart rate strap
There are heart rate straps attached to one’s chest or waist to get a runner’s heart rate in real time. Any watch with a heart rate function can usually compute for the amount of calories burned. Watches that have a heart rate function can help a runner train specific heart zones.
Foot pod
As an alternative to GPS, a foot pod can be used to obtain a runner’s speed and distance travelled. These can also measure a runner’s stride. Normally, a foot pod can be attached to a runner’s shoe or their shoe lace.
A foot pod makes it possible to train indoors when the weather is not conducive for running outdoors. Instead of hitting the road, one can always run on a treadmill and still get enough information for a day’s work out.
Bike sensor or cadence sensor
A bike sensor or cadence sensor is useful for triathletes and cyclists. Triathletes do need special gear since they participate in multi-sport competitions.
These are just some accessories that are made for some running watches. They are made in order to cater to every runner’s needs to take their sport to the next level.
