DuoSwim seamlessly integrates with Garmin watches to enhance your swim tracking experience. Whether you prefer guided workouts or simply tracking your swims, our app ensures all your data syncs effortlessly across iOS and Android devices.
iOS
Setting Up Garmin Sync
Garmin Sync is the easiest way to automatically log your Garmin workouts to DuoSwim. Follow these steps to get started:
Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your phone and Garmin watch.
In the DuoSwim app, navigate to Settings > Account Settings.
Toggle Garmin Sync and follow the prompts to authorize DuoSwim to access your Garmin workout information.
Once set up, every swim logged with your Garmin device and synced with Garmin Connect will appear in DuoSwim, allowing you to track your progress seamlessly.
Loading a Guided Workout through Garmin Connect
If you prefer structured workouts, DuoSwim supports loading them directly from Garmin Connect:
Set up Garmin Sync as described above.
Open the workout you wish to sync in DuoSwim.
Tap (...) and select "Send to Garmin Connect."
Open the Garmin Connect app, navigate to More > Training > Workouts, and select your desired workout.
Follow the on-screen instructions to sync the workout to your Garmin device.
Start your swim session, following the guided prompts on your Garmin watch.
Upon completion, your workout data will sync back to DuoSwim automatically.
Navigating a Workout
Start: Tap the timer button on your watch to begin the workout.
Capture Splits: Tap the lap button at the end of each rep to record split times.
Advance Early: Skip rest periods by tapping the lap button.
Pause/Resume: Tap the timer button to pause and resume your workout seamlessly.
Distance Alerts
Receive alerts during pool swims to notify you when you're nearing the end of a length, helping you optimize your performance.
Tracking an Unguided Workout with Garmin Sync
For those preferring unstructured swims, follow these steps:
Ensure Garmin Sync is enabled in DuoSwim settings.
Use the Garmin Pool Swim or Open Water widget on your Garmin device.
Choose your preferred pool distance (skip if in open water).
Swim your workout.
Save your activity on your Garmin watch.
Upon syncing with your phone, your workout data will appear in DuoSwim for detailed analysis.
Android
Setting Up Garmin Sync
On Android devices, setup is equally straightforward:
Enable Bluetooth on your phone and Garmin watch.
In DuoSwim, go to Settings > Integrations and toggle Garmin Sync.
Follow the authorization prompts to connect DuoSwim with your Garmin account.
Your Garmin-tracked swims will sync seamlessly to DuoSwim upon connection with Garmin Connect.
Loading a Guided Workout through Garmin Connect
Follow the iOS instructions above for loading guided workouts through Garmin Connect on your Android device.
Tracking an Unguided Workout with Garmin Sync
Similarly, track your unguided swims with Garmin Sync by following the steps outlined in the iOS section.
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