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Youre never going to leave the Marine Corps and become a civilian. Youre going to leave the Marine Corps and become a veteran.

Jim Rowley, currently the Crunch Fitness CEO, remembers someone telling him as much when he finished eight years of service and became a new vet himself. Those words proved foundational to his move out of the Marines and into the business world, as he tells Fortune that they changed my mindset.

He was navigating the difficult shift more or less on his own. And in the process, Rowley realized which parts of his experience could be harnessed as skills he could apply to the executive suite and which parts he needed to process as part of his mental health journey.

I dont know that the military does an amazing job transitioning people out, he says, noting that it does a better job transitioning people in, as they have an ideal image of what they want you to be, but they dont take the same time to transition you out into the civilian world.

Now with three decades of experience in the fitness industry under his belt and over a decade leading Crunch Fitness, Rowley looks back at his uphill climb in getting to where he is now. Without any sales background, Rowley describes an impossibly difficult journey. He had to beg for his job and started at the very bottom, calling people to come to the gym with only a rotary phone and a Whitepages book by his side. From there he was promoted to assistant manager, general manager, and then district manager. They just kept throwing more responsibility at me, he says.

How Rowley rose through the (non-military) ranks

Recognizing theres no true way to train for being a CEO, Rowley says his leadership strategy was focused around team-building and promoting a feeling of shared purpose. Bringing his team along the way up with him, he adds his success was in part about hiring and investing in the right people.

His method has roots in his time served. To be honest with you, most of those skill sets I learned in the Marine Corps, he said. Its kind of the same philosophy, about intensely teaching people to performand in the down time, doing a lot of training and a lot of repetition.

Imagine having to unify a group of 100 people, all from different backgrounds and different areas of the United States, Rowley says, harkening back to his time in the Marines. You have to unify them in one mission, which is to conquer the enemy. He says being in the Marine Corps was some of the best training in the world, as people are working together physically and mentally and are imbued with a sense of shared purpose and collaboration. Theres a kernel of that experience that Rowley takes with him as a gym executiveif you can take some of those things and transfer that into business, it works, he says.

Of course, Rowleys past training sometimes proved trying. Theres a rigidity and exacting nature to the military that creates a level of intensity, and that intensity doesnt always translate into the civilian world, he said. Rowley also grappled with PTSD, noting that veterans often struggle with substances when they re-enter society. Stating he wishes others would find fitness as their outlet, he acknowledges many vets simply want to get away from that lifestyle. Its hard. But that difficulty, thats where the value is found, he says.

If applied right, military experience can lead to similar business success stories, Rowley says. Ive got a high school education and eight years in the military, and I became the CEO of a multibillion-dollar company. Ive launched several brands, he says, noting his story isnt unique. The skill sets you develop are not found in the private sector. Theyre really valuable, Rowley continues. You just have to find a way to transition those into purpose and mission and focus within a private-sector job.

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When it comes to bodybuilding and fitness, the primary image that comes to mind is often athletes gigantic appearancestheir shredded and awe-inspiring physiques. However, one often overlooked aspect is the fashion of these athletes. Over the past decade, this thinking has shifted. Fans are now eager to know about what fitness icons were wearing and one brand that has cashed in on it is YoungLA.

Even Arnold Schwarzenegger, who made bodybuilding, a mainstream sport, supports and promotes the brand. Recently, YoungLA has shined at premier fitness events, including at the Arnold Classic in Columbus, Ohio, and the Arnold Classic UK. Lets explore the empowering and revolutionary brand in todays fitness and fashion world.

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In the competitive world of fitness fashion, YoungLA, is making waves with its unique blend of quality, style, and community spirit. YoungLA, founded in 2014 by brothers Dashmeet and Gurmer Chopra, is transforming the market with its high-end apparel at affordable prices. What began as a small project in Chatsworth, California, has grown into a worldwide sensation, loved by athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Community engagement is a cornerstone of YoungLAs strategy. From bodybuilding legends to new-age athletes many have jumped on the bandwagon, promoting the brand. Notably, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Ronnie Coleman, Jay Cutler, Chris Bumstead, and Arnies bodybuilding enthusiast son, Joseph Baena, often feature on Instagram promoting YoungLA clothing. By focusing marketing efforts on platforms popular with younger audiences like TikTok and Instagram, the brand has built a loyal customer base poised to grow over time.

YoungLAs rise to fame began with its commitment to fusing fashion and function. Initially known for its gym gear, the brand quickly expanded into lifestyle wear as customer demands rose. This strategic shift not only attracted new customers but also solidified the loyalty of its existing customer base by offering comfort, style, and value.

One of YoungLAs strengths is its agility. The brand launches new collections almost monthly. This fast-paced approach keeps the brand fresh and ahead of the competition. YoungLA has also excelled in building social credibility. By leveraging customer reviews and influencer partnerships, the brand prominently features testimonials and photos on its website, fostering a sense of community and trust.

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Apart from the quality of their products, YoungLA has strategically maintained the price of their activewear. Positioned in the lower to mid-tier price range, YoungLA offers great value for money. Hoodies priced between $40-$55 and shirts between $15-$30 make it trendy, which further attracts consumers. This strategy has helped YoungLA appeal to a broad audience without compromising on style or performance. The company is not only expanding its market share in mens fitness gear but also championing YoungLAForHer, its womens line, and YoungLA for Kids.

The past few years were major for YoungLA, marked by significant achievements. The brand shined at major fitness expos, launched captivating marketing campaigns, and hosted exclusive events that resonated with a diverse audience. These successes underscored YoungLAs dedication to innovation and quality, reinforcing its status as a leader in fitness fashion.

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As 2024 approaches, YoungLA is poised for even greater success. A key highlight is its groundbreaking partnership with the International Federation of Bodybuilding (IFBB), which made YoungLA its official apparel sponsor. This collaboration not only supports athletes but also extends the brands global reach. Such high-profile events provide a valuable platform for the brand to showcase its latest collections, engage with fans, and strengthen ties within the fitness community.

Beyond its impressive market presence, YoungLA is dedicated to sustainability and ethical practices. The company actively seeks eco-friendly materials and production methods to minimize its environmental impact. By prioritizing sustainability, YoungLA aims to set a standard for ethical fashion. Looking ahead, YoungLAs rise is set to continue, owing to its continued acceptance among the fitness community.

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By Will Venn

When 100-year-old Colin Thorne completed a 5km parkrun in New Zealand this year, he thanked the thousands across theparkruncommunity who had cheered him on, acknowledging their support as motivation for his achievement.

Whether its group support, friendly competition or even the simulated fear of being attacked by zombies, whatever gets people to move more is to be encouraged; a helpful buffer to modern sedentary living that has seenadult obesity rates double since 1990, withadolescent obesity quadrupling.

Over the same period, computer games have soared in popularity and have been criticised by some for shifting people off sporting fields and onto sofas. Given this, theres some irony in that fact that elements of computer game play are now being adopted and adapted to encourage exercise.

Being able to tap into the psychology of motivation and game it through apps has triggered huge growth in the fitness app industry, and today abouta quarter of Australians aged 20-40 report using fitness trackers.

Step counts, heart rates and sleep cycles are among the more popular health patterns being observed through smartphones, smartwatches and fitness bands.

Yet, gamification; using social and reward elements to spur motivation, is increasingly commonplace in many peoples exercise routines, whether they like to run or are in fact, running for likes.

Understanding which elements are most effective is the outcome of work undertaken by research centres including theAlliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA)at UniSA.

Almost a decade ago, ARENA created a smartphone app,Activeteam,which enabled users, who had linked to the app via their Facebook account, to form teams utilising friendship networks, to do physical activities together.

ARENA directorProfessor Carol Mahersays the idea was to generate friendly rivalry within teams or to compete with other teams, with participants posting messages on a message board in the app.

We did two versions of this, a simple early version whose results were promising, and consequently we received NHMRC funding for further study [from 2015-2019], but because technology had moved on so quickly, we almost started again with new software, Prof Maher says.

In the second version, we put more focus on people competing within their friendship group, rather than the friendship group competing with random groups of strangers. This was because the early version showed that people were more interested in competing with their friends.

We created a range of challenges using gamification to keep the program new and fresh. Participants could send mini challenges to friends and our software had gifts that participants could unlock by doing more exercise, which they could then send to a friend encouraging reciprocal interaction.

Our program was to use gamification in a really positive, supportive way. The idea was to make the program fun and socially engaging.

The ARENA team found that the gamified app achieved higher app usage and goal adherence. Getting users to engage more was a crucial factor in increasing their physical activity.

That study showed that some gamification features were more popular than others in particular, leaderboard and status.

So how exactly does gamification work?

A lot of gamification features map really well on to proven behaviour change techniques, Prof Maher says.

So things like being able to monitor your change in performance over time, getting regular feedback on how well youve performed, how you compare with other people; getting rewarded for a streak; doing the same behaviour a certain number of days in a row. It completely makes sense that this engages people more, encouraging consistency.

Gamification can also be operationalised in so many different ways; there is the leaderboard, which is about social comparison, the points system, which encourages people to come back to the software, unlockable features, badges or rewards that people can collect for completing different challenges in a program.

When it comes to a health habit, theres a general belief that people often use extrinsic motivators when they are forming a new habit so they might need to reward themselves for doing something or link it to something else they are doing to help them remember to do it.

ARENA research fellowDr Ben Singhsays that motivational orientation towards physical activity is so strongly linked to fitness apps, that operational features such as those described by Prof Maher, can change the way people perceive exercise.

These features make workouts more enjoyable and transform exercise from a chore into an engaging challenge, Dr Singh says.

Community building and personalised goals also promote commitment and support.

To be effective, gamified fitness apps must balance game elements with usability, keeping the focus on fitness goals. By providing varied challenges and achievable rewards, these apps make exercise addictive and exciting.

Carefully implemented gamified features, boost engagement, retention and adherence to fitness goals by leveraging users intrinsic motivation to accomplish and progress.

The advent of wearable technology is also changing the playing field, both in terms of the demographic using fitness apps and the wealth of health data that can be gleaned from them.

The landscape of the market is fast changing. For years, Fitbit and Garmin were the market leaders. But Australians now favour Apple watches (used by50%of people owning a wearable tracker) over Fitbit (27%) and Samsung watches (19%) over Garmin (12%), Dr Singh wrote inThe Conversation.

So far, fitness trackers have mostly been taken up by younger people: about one in four Australians aged 2040 report using one, compared to just one in 10 people aged60 or older.

However, manufacturers are on a mission to change this, with the addition of features that allow users to monitor not just their fitness activity, but several other aspects of their health.

For instance, recent wearable models from all the leading manufacturers claim to measure a host of medical metrics, such as blood pressure, body fat levels, the amount of oxygen in your blood, your heart activity, and even identify when youve taken a fall (with a feature that lets you call for help).

Wearables enhance gamification by providing real-time data to personalise challenges, rewards and experiences in apps. By leveraging wearable data, developers can tailor gamified elements to user preferences and behaviours, increasing participation and exercise adherence.

Looking to the future, with the introduction of wearable devices that facilitate augmented and virtual reality, such asApple Vision Pro, the line between gamified fitness apps and video games is set to become even blurrier.

Game and Narrative DesignerDr Susannah Emery, who lectures in Game Design and Digital Media at UniSA, says games and gamified applications are converging.

More and more game elements can be seen in gamification these days, Dr Emery says.

The main difference between these is that in game design, the primary focus lies on interactivity, so the design is created with the interactivity in mind, whereas in gamification, the approach often involves coming up with a goal, such as exercising, and then subsequently incorporating game elements.

During COVID, we saw a huge increase in people playing games, either returning to this after being players in the past or discovering it for the first time.

Apps such asZombies, Run!andPokmon Go!specifically addressed the needs of individuals in isolation by modifying crucial aspects of their game design to align with lockdown requirements, which allowed users to play and stay active while adhering to isolation measures.

Zombies, Run!is both a mobile fitness app and an immersive role-playing game in which a player is required to walk or run, moving to complete missions and to escape from chasing hordes of zombies, while time, pace and distance are recorded.

In March 2020,The Home Frontmode was introduced, enabling users to complete tasks through stationary home exercises, capitalising on global lockdowns as populations self-isolated at the start of the COVID pandemic.

The ability to pivot to real world events, responding to user requirements to vary their exercise routine, while employing story-based narratives akin to popular shows such as HBOsThe Walking Dead, gives such fitness apps a cultural cache that widens their appeal.

A qualitative study ofZombies, Run!by researchers at University College London found that the app may engage people with exercise bymodifying their perception of physical activity through a storyline or narrative, dissociating the players from the effort of exertion.

Technology such as AR/VR has a huge advantage in encouraging players to engage with physical activity through its ability to alter the players perception, allowing them to be distracted from negative aspects of their world and encouraging them to do things like exercise, Dr Emery says.

Games are really powerful in this space and VR games have even been used in hospitals to help children who were being treated for burns.

One study placed children inside a VR game called Virtual River Cruise where they activated statues that blew snow, leading to the snow piling up on the players boat, with a digital thermometer showing the temperature on the boat was becoming colder distracting the player from the hot feelings associated with the treatment of their burns.

With perception being key to alleviating pain, or at least reducing the physical discomfort of exertion, the ability to manipulate or gamify that perception would appear more necessary in todays world, where keeping fit is more the process of self-discipline and dedicated effort rather than a side effect of manual driven tasks and labour.

Centenarian and parkrun enthusiast Colin Thorne says that as technology progresses, we need to move with the times to keep up.

I was once a dairy farmer, milking cows mornings and nights and in those days, you ran or walked about the farm and that was enough to keep fit. It is different today, Colin says.

Parkrun motivates me to keep going and the support of the parkrun family is amazing perhaps others seeing this old fellow doing it, is encouraging others to give it a go. It is reciprocal.

Competition is also motivating, seeing what others of their age or comparable fitness are doing and achieving even if its online, would definitely be great for setting personal goals.

Theres nothing like encouragement and online competition to try to do better and not to give up.

We all have our bad days when we dont feel like doing it, but never give up. If you see your online buddy out doing it, then that may be just enough to motivate you to get out and do it too.

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High school students looking to get swole or just get moving over the summer look no further. Planet Fitness is offering teens between 14 and 19 years old to work out for free all summer long.

Louisville-area teens can visit any one of 14 Planet Fitness locations in Kentuckiana or any one of 2,455 Planet Fitness locations across the country to participate in the High School Summer Pass program.

Launched in 2019, and postponed for two years during the social distancing required by COVID-19 pandemic, the program came back strong in 2022, when more than 3.5 million teens signed up at Planet Fitness nationwide and registered more than 17 million workouts.

Exercise is important for both physical and mental health, not only during teen years, but throughout our lives. In the Summer Pass program, high school students can get support from skilled trainers on effective exercises for teens and how to safely start and finish a workout. The program encourages teens to ask questions, set smart goals, and to go at their own pace with friends whenever possible.

High School Summer Pass memberships will be available in-person and online at Planet Fitness on June 1. Members younger than 18 years old are required to register with a parent or guardian.

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As a runner, I usually don't seek inspiration from TikTok, but the viral 12-3-30 treadmill workout reeled me in. This workout, popularized by former actress and social media influencer Lauren Giraldo, has garnered millions of shares on TikTok. But what exactly is the 12-3-30 treadmill workout, what are its benefits, and what happens if I try it every day for a week?

Giraldo explains, "I used to feel intimidated by the gym, but now I have this one routine that makes me feel good about myself." For those seeking a cardio alternative to running, Giraldo has supposedly found it.

The 12-3-30 workout entails walking at an incline, a method proven to offer benefits such as weight loss (Giraldo attributes her 30-pound weight loss to this routine). The idea is that by walking at an incline, you'll burn more calories and engage your core, glutes, hamstrings, and calves more intensely. Compared to running, power walking has a lower impact, making it ideal for anyone recovering from injuries or experiencing hip, knee, or ankle discomfort.

For those seeking further walking inspiration, you can explore everything about walking for weight loss and its effects on the body when walking 30 minutes daily. Alternatively, you can continue reading for a detailed breakdown of the full workout.

Dont panic, its much, much easier than it sounds. There's no firm guidance on whether or not to hold on to the bars of the treadmill. Giraldo says she holds the bars about 30% of the time and goes hands-free the other 70%.

To follow this treadmill workout, you simply:

To caveat, I first tried this workout and wrote about it for Tom's Guide when I was ten days away from running my fourth marathon. Being in a taper, I was paranoid about pulling my calves walking up hill, so I've revisited this workout recently to give it a proper try over the course of a month read on to find out what happened.

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During this month, I did the 12-3-30 workout three times a week, in place of my running workouts.

The first thing that struck me when I set up this treadmill was that 12% is pretty high. Were talking about hiking up a steep hill for 30 minutes, not the gentle stroll in the park Id expected when setting out to test this workout. Id suggest that those not used to walking or running regularly might start a little lower, as it was a bit of a shock to the system for the first few minutes.

Over the month, I definitely got used to walking at this incline, but I could feel it down the back of my legs for the first few walks. I can see how doing this several times a week would increase your fitness levels. I definitely felt my calves working harder than they would on a treadmill run.

That said, due to the tough incline, if you do suffer from upper or lower back pain, you should be careful, as it can put more pressure on your spine.

The first few times I tried this workout, I found myself staring at the ticking clock on the treadmill, willing it to go faster. Again, 30 minutes is on the longer side of a workout for beginners. Giraldo herself said it took her a while to build up to walking for the full 30-minutes and had to take breaks when she first started, so dont be afraid to lower the incline, or press pause on the treadmill should you need.

After a month, I'd gotten used to my strolls up hill on the treadmill, but I really missed running outside. I definitely prefer to exercise outdoors, and as much as I enjoyed the challenge of the 12-3-30 workout, I struggled with boredom strolling on the treadmill.

As mentioned, the first time I did this workout I was a few days out from running 26.2 miles, and I noticed about 20 minutes in that I was working muscles I wasn't used to targeting. Doing the workout every day for a week, my hips and calves really felt the effects of hiking up a hill, even if that hill was in a gym. After a week, I could also feel that Id really worked my glutes and my hamstrings, which are areas runners often neglect, so this would be a great form of cross-training a couple of times a week.

On most days, I hiked around 948 feet over 30 minutes. On some days, I continued walking until I'd hit 1000 feet. While Ill definitely stick to running outside as my exercise of choice, this was a brilliant, low-impact way to get my heart rate up.

Like all good workouts, this one is easy to adapt should you need to you can easily break up the workout with minute breaks where you lower the incline, build up to walking at 12% over a number of weeks, or reduce the speed of the treadmill as you get fitter.

Alternatively, as you get fitter, you can speed the belt of the treadmill up, walk at a steeper incline, or like I did, challenge yourself to hike up a little higher each session.

Of course, no workout is 100% injury-proof, but are there any risks associated with the 12-3-30 workout, and is it better than other forms of cardio? In a word, no. While walking at incline definitely targets different muscles to when walking on the flat, there are plenty of other forms of cardio that will work you just as hard.

The workout isn't without drawbacks either, walking at an incline can put more pressure on your lower back, so it's a good idea to pair this with these back strengthening exercises. You'll also be working your hamstrings and calves harder when walking at an incline, so it's a good idea to ensure you've done a proper warm-up before jumping on the treadmill and increasing the incline.

According to her TikTok, Giraldo does this workout five times a week and while Id say thats probably a little much for most gym-goers, its definitely a great treadmill workout to try if youre not keen on running.

Like all forms of exercise, it's a good idea to mix the 12-3-30 workout up with strength training, stretching, and other forms of cardio to work the entire body, and keep you from getting bored.

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May is National Bike Month, and it's time to get those wheels spinning. According to the City of Minneapolis Health Department, the advantages of biking extend beyond mere transportation. In a recent Facebook post, they highlighted the perks of cycling for both physical and mental well-being.

Health experts urge adults to aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity every weekand biking is a low-impact, enjoyable way to help meet this goal. The City of Minneapolis Health Department notes, "Biking is an easy way to add a little more physical activity to your day, while also helping you reach your fitness goals!" Furthermore, cycling could to work seamlessly integrate exercise into daily routines.

With rising concerns over health and fitness, National Bike Month emphasizes not just the environmental benefits of cycling, but its role in promoting a healthier lifestyle. Cities across the nation are encouraging residents to dust off their bike seats and take advantage of local bike trails and city bike lanes.

During this month-long celebration, events and community rides are on the agenda to get people of all ages out and pedaling. Whether it's commuting to work, enjoying a leisurely weekend ride, or taking on a more strenuous mountain trail, biking caters to a diverse range of interests and fitness levels. It's an opportunity to not just better your health, but to also socially engage with your community on two wheels.

As National Bike Month gets into full gear, consider taking part in the two-wheeled revolution. Not only will you see benefits in your physical health, but your mental state is bound to get a positive boost as well. It's time to take the challenge, saddle up, and enjoy the ride. For more information on biking benefits and events during National Bike Month, check out the City of Minneapolis Health Department's Facebook page.

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Anitta is prioritizing her well-being so she can continue to do what she loves: perform.

I went through some very difficult times with my health in the past couple [of] years and learned a lot from it, the Brazilian singer, 31, exclusively reveals in the latest issue of Us Weekly. My main goal right now is to feel good and active.

While Anitta (real name Larissa de Macedo Machado) didnt elaborate on her struggles, she tells Us that theres a popular Brazilian saying that translates to Im high on endorphins. The mantra helps her stay motivated to continue working on her fitness.

Its silly, but its how one should feel after a great physical exercise that respects your body and makes you feel active and ready, she explains. I confess that Im not the most regimented person in the world when it comes to my exercise routine, but Im the first one to admit the wonderful impact it has on our mental health.

Sizzling style! Anittas fabulous fashion sense is just as extraordinary as her songs. The Brazilian singer whose real name is Larissa de Macedo Machado first rose to fame in 2013 when she dropped her hit song Show das Poderosas. She charmed fans with catchy lyrics, her stellar voice and sexy style on the []

Anitta says that she feels the strongest when shes on stage performing for her fans. While she gets a lot of energy and adrenaline from her shows, she acknowledges that she also has to listen to what her body needs and keep it sustained.

Ive realized that when I focus on my nutrition and remember to hydrate and rehydrate, I have more energy to do everything I am asking my body to do, she tells Us. Whether its performing, working out or just getting through my busy day.

When looking to stay hydrated, Anittas go-to beverage is BODYARMORs Flash I.V. The sports drink is full of electrolytes and has vitamins to help support a healthy immune system.

To respect my bodys needs, I like to make sure Im properly hydrated. Its the main thing for me, she says. BODYARMOR Flash I.V. is very helpful with that. Its my secret weapon to keep my wellness on point during such busy and physically demanding days.

Anitta acknowledges shes human and shes not always going to be perfect when it comes to fitness and wellness routines. But if she gets off track, she knows theres always room for improvement and she uses her passion to keep her focused.

I think itll always be a work in progress, you know? But music helped me to be in this state of confidence Im in right now, she tells Us. Anitta is this supergirl that helped Larissa get through life fearlessly.

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She also encourages her fans to also remember to be gentle with themselves no matter what skin theyre in.

Allow yourself to have fun with fashion, beauty and wellness, she says. Achieving body confidence is about embracing and caring for the skin youre in.

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IF YOU ARE looking to score a new fitness watch on sale during Memorial Day, then you need to check out the massive Garmin watch sale happening at Amazon. There is a treasure trove of Garmin deals worth shopping from now through Monday (the 27th), with savings on watches up to 40 percent off. The top three Garmin watch deals so far: the fnix 7 Sapphire Solar (25 percent off), the Forerunner 945 (40 percent off) and the Enduro 2 (27 percent off).

What's cool is this sale caters to a wide range of hobbyists. Aside from fitness watches, Garmin outdoor watches and Garmin golf watches are on the table at this Memorial Day sale too. Below, we put together an entire list of our favorite Garmin deals, along with more info on the sale. Keep scrolling to learn more.

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What's the best deal in this sale so far? It's absolutely the Garmin fnix 7 Pro Solar, on sale for just $599the lowest price ever on Amazon according to price-checking site CamelCamelCamel. Our editor's love the fnix 7 Pro Solar so much we named it our "Best Overall" pick in our guide to outdoor watches. With three case sizes, five trim levels with varying price points, and a handful of delightful color options, the Garmin fnix is an outdoor watch line wed recommend to anyone trying to make the most of their adventures. The Pro 7 Solar has a battery capable of lasting a whopping 57 hours in full GPS modeplenty of time to complete a multi-day backpacking trip, an ultramarathon or your bike clubs latest century ride.

With the fnix 7 Pro Solar, you get all the basic stats like heart rate, distance, calories, and a GPS map. But then you also get a bunch of more interesting stats like cadence, stride length, fastest mile, ground contact time, and time spent in each heart rate zone. You even load your own music onto the watch for phone-free listening. Theres also a lot to love with when using the fnix 7 Pro Solar for weight lifting sessions. Hitting the Strength mode gives you timer that keeps you on track, breaking down each working set my working setsit attempts to count your reps, but this feature was a little buggy at times. The best highlight of the strength mode is it counts your rest time, which helps ensure proper rest while also keeping you from getting distracted.

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There's no telling how these Garmin watch deals will split come Memorial Day. If we had to guess, some new deals will be breaking on the holiday; however, we also believe that some of the deals we're seeing now are likely to sell out and not restockespecially when it comes to premium watch models like the fnix and the epix.

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