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Increased Physical Activity Improves Quality of Life in Patients with Congenital Heart Defects
Using Garmin smartwatches, researchers have found that tracking activity levels in cardiovascular patients can help lead to better self-reported quality of life. The German Heart Centre in Munich, in collaboration with the Technical University of Munich (TUM), is at the forefront of cardiovascular care, particularly when it comes to congenital heart defects (CHDs). The two […]
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Wheelchair Workouts with Garmin Smartwatches
By Ben Clark, Adapt to Perform CEO If you’re a full-time wheelchair user looking for an enhanced fitness regimen, look no further. By switching on wheelchair mode in selected Garmin smartwatches, you gain access to 31 preloaded wheelchair workouts, developed with wheelchair exercises crafted specifically for you by Adapt to Perform. Founded by Ben Clark, […]
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Solar Charging in Garmin Smartwatches
What are the benefits of a watch with solar charging capabilities, and how does it work? Let’s break it down. The battery life on Garmin smartwatches last a long time — we’re talking measurements of days and weeks rather than hours. And with solar charging available as an additional benefit on selected Garmin smartwatches, you […]
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Revolutionising Personalised Care with Garmin and HumanITcare
HumanITcare and VitalAire Brazil are using Garmin wearables to help revolutionise remote monitoring of patients who rely on long-term oxygen therapy, potentially resulting in timely interventions and personalised care — all from the comfort of patients’ homes. A recent collaboration between connected health company, HumanITcare, and global leader in service and support for home oxygen therapy, VitalAire, […]
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Five Reasons Garmin Tacx NEO Smart Trainers Offer a More Realistic Ride
And why a Garmin Tacx NEO 3M may just be the perfect smart trainer for you. Remember the old exercise bike your parents relegated to the dustiest corner of the garage— the one that sounded like it might take flight at any moment on the rare occasion it got any use? We’ve come a long […]
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New Data Shows Garmin Users Around the Globe Are Diving More than Ever
Garmin divers have logged more of each category of dive so far in 2023 than they did in the same time period in 2022 — and they’re completing them at some of the best diving locations around the world. Garmin customers are adventurous. They push their limits and expand their horizons, striving to make each […]
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Recycled Ocean-bound Plastics Given New Life in this Garmin Dive Watch Computer
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure — or, in this case, one person’s ocean-bound plastics is another person’s Garmin Descent™ G1 Solar – Ocean Edition. The idea behind this rugged watch-style dive computer was born when a handful of Garmin associates put their heads together to figure out ways to better their environment. They already […]
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Magnetron vs. Solid-state Radar: What’s the Difference?
Unclear on whether you should outfit your boat with magnetron radar or solid-state radar? You’re not alone. Luckily, Garmin is here to clear up the confusion. Marine radar is a critical navigational tool that provides boaters with situational awareness when on the water. Radars work by sending out electromagnetic radio waves that travel invisibly at […]
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Garmin Fitness Trackers Help Researchers Understand Sleep Issues for Rare Disease Patients
In a new study, health technology company Aparito investigated the use of Garmin fitness trackers to assess sleep quality¹ in individuals affected by adult-onset idiopathic isolated focal cervical dystonia (AOIFCD). AOIFCD is a neurological disorder characterised by involuntary neck spasms that can significantly impact sleep. With sleep-related challenges reported by up to 70% of AOIFCD patients, this study […]
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How Digital Solutions Can Play a Role in Mental Health Care
An Interview with Labfront and YourPrevention CEOs on the Importance of Prioritising Mental Health It’s common knowledge that mental health is vital, and the topic holds relevance for the majority of us throughout our lives. Recognising the rising importance in recent years has sparked a surge in research projects worldwide. Garmin has played a role in many […]
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How to Build a Course in Garmin Connect
Whether you’re a runner or a cyclist, Garmin devices can guide you through your custom-built course while you’re on the go, allowing you to focus on the task at hand. Garmin Connect™, the app used by fitness lovers worldwide to track and analyse their body’s metrics, comes packed with myriad features to help guide your […]
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What’s Different About inReach Technology?
Staying connected, informed and safe — regardless of geographical location — has become an essential and expected part of our lives. So what makes inReach® satellite communicators stand out? Below are some of the top reasons why it’s advantageous to keep a device with inReach technology active and available1. Connection to the Only Satellite Network […]