The watch then will then tell you exactly when to run and when to enjoy a walk break.

It’s a helpful way to maintain focus and avoid getting overly fatigued during a demanding workout.

The same logic applies to running, as well.

Garmin watch resting on a shoe

By taking breaks, you might reduce overall fatigue and potentially avoid overuse injuries.

Here’s how to automate the process.

As a helpfulYouTube video from TRIAX Performanceshows, navigating to your watch’s interval screen takes a few moments.

Garmin watch on wrist

Here’s how to set up intervals on some of the most common models.

vivoactive

The vivoactive watches have one of the most straightforward approaches to run/walk intervals.

A helpfulYouTube video from Avoiding Choresdemonstrates these steps.

Garmin Training Screen

Instinct

The rugged outdoor watch can also handle running intervals.

Here’s how to set them up:

YouTuber Avoiding Choresshows how to perform these steps.

Because there are so many models of Garmin watches, yours may operate a little differently.

Garmin Intervals Screen

Double-check your instruction manual if you have questions about setting up interval runs.

(An additional step to select betweenOpen RepeatsorStructured Repeatsmay be necessary as well.)

Select your desired interval training, then hit theStartbutton to get going.

Garmin Do Workout Screen

Simply follow the prompts to run or walk.

On fenix watches, navigate toRun>Menu>Training>Intervals>Do Workout.

For Instinct watches, selectGPS>Run>Menu.

Garmin Connect app More screen

Next, tapTraining>Intervals>Do Workout.

Finally, hit theGPSbutton again to get going.

Send the workout to your watch using theSmartphonebutton in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.

Garmin Connect app Run Workout screen

It’s one of the simplest ways to make your workout a little easier and more efficient.

Garmin Connect app interval run workout