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Garmin Unveils Smartwatch Update with New Training Features

2/26/2026

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Garmin released a smartwatch update for the Venu X1, Fenix 8, Vivoactive 6, and Forerunners 570 and 970, adding the Garmin Fitness Coach and a training plan creator.
The update adds enhanced gear-tracking capabilities that let users track gear on watches and group items.
A Course Planner lets users plan race courses with checkpoints.
Garmin urges users to sync devices to access the new features.

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Story summary

Garmin released a smartwatch update for the Venu X1, Fenix 8, Vivoactive 6, and Forerunners 570 and 970, adding the Garmin Fitness Coach and a training plan creator.
The update adds enhanced gear-tracking capabilities that let users track gear on watches and group items.
A Course Planner lets users plan race courses with checkpoints.
Garmin urges users to sync devices to access the new features.