The Garmin Forerunner 170 is a purpose-built GPS running smartwatch designed to help runners improve performance, monitor recovery, and stay connected throughout the day. It features a vibrant 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen display, advanced training metrics, adaptive Garmin Coach plans, and over 80 built-in sports apps. With built-in GPS, wrist-based heart rate monitoring, long battery life, smart notifications, and Garmin Pay contactless payments, the Forerunner 170 delivers the essential tools runners need for training, health tracking, and everyday convenience.

1.2-Inch AMOLED Display

Bright and colorful touchscreen display for easy visibility during workouts and daily activities.

Up to 10-Day Battery Life

Provides up to 10 days in smartwatch mode and up to 20 hours in GPS mode.

GPS Running Tracking

Tracks pace, distance, routes, and running performance using built-in GNSS support.

Wrist-Based Heart Rate

Continuously monitors heart rate throughout the day and during workouts.

Garmin Coach Training Plans

Adaptive training plans that personalize workouts based on fitness goals and recovery.

Daily Suggested Workouts

Automatically recommends workouts that adjust after every run.

HRV Status Monitoring

Measures heart rate variability during sleep to provide insights into wellness and recovery.

Advanced Training Metrics

Includes training readiness, training status, training effect, VO2 Max, and acute load tracking.

Recovery Time Guidance

Suggests recommended recovery periods before your next intense workout.

Morning and Evening Reports

Provides summaries of sleep, recovery, weather, calendar events, and workout reminders.

Sleep Coach and Sleep Tracking

Tracks sleep stages, provides sleep scores, and offers personalized sleep guidance.

Body Battery Energy Monitoring

Monitors energy levels throughout the day to balance activity and rest.

Race Predictor

Estimates race times for 5K, 10K, half-marathon, and marathon distances.

Wrist-Based Running Dynamics

Tracks cadence, stride length, ground contact time, and additional running metrics.

Wrist-Based Running Power

Measures running power output to help manage pacing and training intensity.

Pulse Ox Sensor

Tracks blood oxygen saturation levels while awake or asleep.

Stress Tracking

Monitors stress levels and helps identify calm or stressful periods.

Health Snapshot

Records key health metrics in a quick 2-minute session.

Women’s Health Tracking

Supports menstrual cycle and pregnancy tracking with wellness insights.

80+ Built-In Sports Apps

Includes cycling, swimming, strength training, yoga, HIIT, and more.

Cross Training Workouts

Access free workouts for strength, cardio, yoga, Pilates, and mobility training.

PacePro Feature

Provides pace guidance and race strategy support for selected routes and distances.

Course Planner and Courses

Create or sync routes with checkpoints, pacing plans, and aid stations.

Voice Alerts

Provides workout performance updates when connected to a smartphone.

Activity Tracking

Tracks daily steps, calories burned, floors climbed, and movement goals.

Fitness Age Feature

Estimates fitness age based on activity and health data.

Smart Notifications

Receives calls, texts, emails, and app alerts from a paired smartphone.

On-Wrist Texting

Allows quick text replies directly from the watch on compatible Android devices.

Garmin Pay Contactless Payments

Enables secure contactless payments directly from the smartwatch.