Garmin Forerunner 970 Soft Gold - Premium running smartwatch with AMOLED display

Push your limits with the Garmin Forerunner 970, the ultimate running smartwatch designed for endurance athletes and adventurers who demand maximum performance. The Garmin Forerunner 970 is made for those who want to push their limits. With its stylish and durable design—featuring a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, lightweight titanium bezel, and comfortable silicone strap—this watch is ready for both intense workouts and everyday use.

Powerful AMOLED display
The bright AMOLED screen offers exceptional readability, even in bright sunlight. Thanks to the smart interface and intuitive controls, you can effortlessly navigate all your stats, workouts, and notifications.

Smart training guidance
Whether you're training for a marathon or a triathlon, the Forerunner 970 helps you improve your performance with purpose. With personalized plans through Garmin Coach, daily workout recommendations, and real-time information on stamina, race predictions, and recovery time, you'll always stay one step ahead.

Advanced running analysis
Take your running performance to the next level with advanced metrics like running dynamics, step speed loss, and running economy. This gives you in-depth insight into your technique and efficiency.

Navigation that never lets you get lost
Stay on track with clear color maps, turn-by-turn directions, and SatIQ technology for optimal GPS accuracy. Perfect for long rides, trail runs, or new routes in unfamiliar terrain.

Health mapped
The Forerunner 970 offers extensive health monitoring: HRV status, an ECG function, skin temperature measurements and personalized sleep coaching help you to better understand body signals and optimize your recovery.

Always connected and ready for action
Answer calls, use your voice assistant, and stream music directly from your wrist—even without a phone. And thanks to the built-in LED flashlight, you'll be clearly visible in the dark or prepared for unexpected situations.

Sustainable and functional
With its robust construction, the Forerunner 970 is built to last. Ideal for dedicated athletes who don't want to leave anything to chance.

Performance features

• Running power on the wrist
  Gain insight into your power consumption on trails and roads for better control and training.

• Visual race forecast
  Pace estimates for 5k, 10k, half marathon and marathon.

• PacePro™ technology
  GPS-based pace guidance for a course or distance.

• Running on the track
  Accurate lap distances on over 10,000 400m tracks worldwide.

• Real-time stamina
  Monitor your energy levels and avoid burnout.

• Training readiness
  Daily score based on sleep, recovery and load.

• Skin temperature
  Night-time temperature measurement for insight into health and environment.

• Performance data
  Measures VO2 max, training load and recovery time.

• Run VO2 max
  Adjust VO2 max based on terrain and weather conditions.

• Pulse Ox sensor
  Measures blood oxygen saturation during the day and at night.

• Recovery time
  Advice on recovery time after intensive exercise.

• Running dynamics on the wrist
  View cadence, stride length, and ground contact time, among other things.

• Garmin ECG app
  Record electrical signals from your heart to detect AFib.

• Evening report
  Evening overview of sleep needs, planning and weather forecast.

• Expected race time
  Match time prediction with continuous training.

• Step speed loss
  Analyse speed loss on ground contact (with HRM 600 sensor).
  

Activities

• PacePro™ pacing strategies
  GPS-based guidance for optimal pace distribution over course or distance.

• Garmin Coach
  Personal training schedules for competition preparation or improving fitness.

• Daily suggested workouts
  Weekly workout recommendations, tailored to your progress.

• Workouts with animation
  Follow animated instructions for cardio, strength, yoga, and Pilates.

• Triathlon and multisport profiles
  Automatically register changes between sports during combination training.

• Auto Lap® with timing gates
  Records laps at predetermined points on your route, independent of GPS.

• Proposed finish line
  Automatically update your data to the finish if you forget to stop the timer.

• Spoken warnings
  Receive real-time feedback and coaching during your training.
  

Navigation and location

• SatIQ™ technology
  Precise positioning via multi-band GPS with battery optimization.

• Topographic maps of multiple continents
  Download worldwide maps instantly via Wi-Fi, without a computer.

• NextFork™ map guide
  Quickly see where the next intersection is and the name of the path.

• Up Ahead function
  View upcoming checkpoints such as aid stations during races.

• Dynamic tour routing
  Enter a desired distance and automatically receive routes, including recalculation in case of deviations.

• ClimbPro
  Gain real-time insight into climb details of your current and upcoming climbs.

• Auto Lap® with timing gates
  Automatic laps at fixed points, regardless of GPS accuracy.

• Routes with turn-by-turn directions
  Follow precise turn-by-turn navigation from Garmin Connect or other platforms.
  

Health functions

• Morning Report
  Daily overview of sleep, HRV, exercise, weather and more.

• HRV status
  Insight into recovery, stress and fitness during sleep.

• Wrist-based heart rate monitoring
  Continuous measurement to monitor effort and health.

• Pulse Ox sensor
  Measure oxygen saturation during the day and during sleep.

• Sleep coach
  Personal tips and scores for better sleep quality.

• Nap detection
  Recognize and analyze the benefits of short rest periods.

• Load Ratio
  Monitor your training load to prevent injuries.

• Body Battery™ energy monitoring
  Measure energy levels and determine optimal rest/activity times.

• Stress tracking
  See if your day is relaxing or stressful.

• Health Snapshot™ feature
  Measure important health data in 2 minutes and export a report.

• Measure breathing
  Understanding your breathing during the day and at night.

• Hydration tracking
  Monitor your fluid intake for optimal performance.

• Altitude and heat acclimatization
  See how your body adjusts to altitude or temperature.

• Menstrual cycle tracking
  Track menstruation or pregnancy with associated insights.
  

Smart connected features

• Garmin Connect app
  View stats, share achievements, and connect with friends.

• Garmin Messenger™ app
  Send and receive messages right from your watch.

• Smartphone notifications
  Receive emails, messages and notifications from your phone.

• Music
  Store songs and listen without a phone via Bluetooth headset.

• Garmin Pay™ contactless payments
  Pay safely and quickly with your watch.

• Garmin Share
  Share courses, locations and workouts with others.

• Security and tracking features
  Automatically send your location in case of accidents or emergencies.

• Connect IQ™ Store
  Add watch faces, apps, and data fields.
  

Want to train smarter, live healthier, and always stay connected?
With Garmin, you get a powerhouse of technology on your wrist: from advanced sports and health features to smart navigation and music—all designed to help you reach your goals faster. Choose performance, precision, and convenience. Discover Garmin and upgrade your active lifestyle today. Order your Garmin Forerunner 970 now.