So, I have reached a point in my life where I want LTE connectivity while I'm out on long runs by myself. Purchased the GW5, 44mm last Friday and have pretty much figured out how to set it up the way I want it. As far as the smartwatch features are concerned, I'm pretty impressed by it.
Where I am struggling is in the complete lockdown that Samsung (Apple Jr.???) has performed on the data from workouts if you use their native Samsung Health app. They have completely removed the ability to export your workout data to a .gpx file so you can view that in the exercise platform of your choice (e.g., TrainingPeaks). They also do not let us view this info on a PC. You can view only on your phone using their app! I want to be able to see all of my workouts in one place so I can easily compare two workouts from different dates. Sorry, but this is absolute crap. This is the exact reason that I did not EVER allow myself to spend a dime with Apple and their walled garden ecosystem.
Yes, I know that I can use an app like Strava, which right now is about the only decent option I see. However, after playing around with the app, I'm finding it severely lacking in terms of customizing the workout screen to display the data I want to see while I'm running. I see one screen which has the four main pieces of info that I'd like (time, HR, distance, pace) but the numbers are tiny for these old eyes, especially while running. I also cannot see a way for it to notify me with a simple buzz every lap (.25M) or anything like that.
So my question for you all is this: Is this screen on Strava customizable (and I'm just not seeing how) or alternatively, are there any decent 3rd-party fitness apps that will allow for easy exporting of workout data AND have customizable screens? MapMyRun is a non-starter as that app requires the phone, not just the watch.
Thanks for any helpful suggestions you might have.
Where I am struggling is in the complete lockdown that Samsung (Apple Jr.???) has performed on the data from workouts if you use their native Samsung Health app. They have completely removed the ability to export your workout data to a .gpx file so you can view that in the exercise platform of your choice (e.g., TrainingPeaks). They also do not let us view this info on a PC. You can view only on your phone using their app! I want to be able to see all of my workouts in one place so I can easily compare two workouts from different dates. Sorry, but this is absolute crap. This is the exact reason that I did not EVER allow myself to spend a dime with Apple and their walled garden ecosystem.
Yes, I know that I can use an app like Strava, which right now is about the only decent option I see. However, after playing around with the app, I'm finding it severely lacking in terms of customizing the workout screen to display the data I want to see while I'm running. I see one screen which has the four main pieces of info that I'd like (time, HR, distance, pace) but the numbers are tiny for these old eyes, especially while running. I also cannot see a way for it to notify me with a simple buzz every lap (.25M) or anything like that.
So my question for you all is this: Is this screen on Strava customizable (and I'm just not seeing how) or alternatively, are there any decent 3rd-party fitness apps that will allow for easy exporting of workout data AND have customizable screens? MapMyRun is a non-starter as that app requires the phone, not just the watch.
Thanks for any helpful suggestions you might have.
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