Whether you’re tackling the Standard Chartered Marathon, riding through the East Coast Park, or doing spin classes at Absolute Cycle or CYC Fitness, the right tech gear helps you train smarter. Below are top fitness gadgets you can use, and how to snag them in Singapore.

 

 Garmin Watches – Precision for Athletes

 

 

If you’re chasing 5 km or marathon PRs, Garmin’s metrics and battery life are hard to beat Garmin Forerunner 55 is a balanced option with GPS distance, pace alerts, HR zones. More advanced models (Forerunner 265, Fenix) build on workout with a structured plan, multisport support, maps, and full music storage for Spotify.

 

The Garmin Forerunner 55 is currently available from Garmin and Lazada for $309 SGD.*

 

Apple Watch – All in One Smartwatch + Fitness

 

For iPhone users who want one watch for daily life + workouts:

 

• Apple Watch Series 11 covers all you need: ECG, GPS, custom workouts.

 

• Apple Watch SE is a lighter, more affordable pick.

 

 

The Apple watch series 11 is currently available from Apple and Gain City from $739 SGD.

 

WHOOP – Recovery & Monitoring

 

Performance is built on how well you recover. WHOOP’s insights into strain, recovery, and sleep help you optimize how hard and when to train:

• WHOOP Health and Fitness Tracker

 

The WHOOP is currently available from WHOOP for membership prices.

 

Final Thoughts

 

Both the Garmin Forerunner 55 and Apple Watch Series 11 are excellent choices and locally accessible, but they serve slightly different needs for fitness enthusiasts.

 

• Garmin Forerunner 55 shines for runners and athletes who prioritize accurate GPS tracking, advanced running metrics, and long battery life. It’s lightweight, durable, and built for training consistency — ideal for long runs at East Coast Park or structured marathon preparation.

 

• Apple Watch Series 11 is perfect for those who want an all-in-one smartwatch: fitness tracking, health monitoring, and everyday connectivity. It’s user-friendly, integrates seamlessly with iPhones, and is great for casual runners, cyclists, or anyone who values lifestyle features alongside workouts.

 

Bottom line: If your focus is performance and training data, Garmin is the better pick. If you want versatility and convenience, Apple Watch wins. Many Singaporeans even use both Garmin for serious training and Apple Watch for daily life and general activity tracking.

 

 

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