Of all the kinds of gear runners can nerd out over, one of the most essential is a good running watch. A top-notch fitness tracker can supercharge your training, with features that help you work on your form or tell you how much recovery you need — basically acting like a 24/7 running coach right on your wrist. So it’s no surprise that some runners will plunk down more than $1,000 for a premium model with all the latest tech.
But as a longtime fitness writer and certified running coach, I’ll let you in on a secret: You don’t need to spend a huge chunk of change to get one of the top options out there. Personally, I’ve tried loads of running watches, and have a handful sitting in my closet at home right now. But I’m loyal to one in particular: the Coros pace pro.
