The Garmin Forerunner 305 is a fantastically effective and reliable solution for anyone looking to record a wide range of workout data. The high-sensitivity wraparound antenna works well on picking up on a satellite signal even under trees or tall buildings, making it a viable option for even urban and backcountry sports. It’s easy to transfer all of your data to your computer and go in-depth with Garmin’s tracking and analysis tools. With the Garmin Forerunner 305, you can see your heart rate as it changes in relation to distance, speed, elevation, and more, making it fun and easy to create your own personalized training plan.

The Forerunner 305 also features an internal memory that can store up to 100 waypoints and 50 different routes. While use of the Garmin Forerunner 305 isn’t recommended for water sports it is waterproof, so users need not fear when training in harsh or wet conditions. Loaded with options for customizing what data to record for each workout, you can even compete against a “virtual partner” or against your performance on past runs. If you’re switching to cycling or other sports, the Garmin Forerunner 305 can switch quickly and seamlessly without forcing the user to reset or turn off the unit.

With all of these features, the Garmin Forerunner 305 is an affordable option for beginners and a powerful option for fitness enthusiasts. If you have a personal coach or trainer, the data is easy to share via the included USB data dock. From there it can be viewed with Garmin’s easy to install Training Center software or on the Motionbased website. You can even download tracks online and load them onto your Forerunner 305. Then, with “map mode,” you can watch your track as you run even if you’ve never been in the area before.

The only real con of the Garmin Forerunner 305 is that because it has so many features, newbies may take a little bit of time and practice to overcome the initial learning curve. Even for the more experienced, it’s recommended to read the entire manual and familiarize yourself with all of the unit’s buttons and functions. Overall, this model is easy to recommend to anyone who wants to get serious about their training.

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