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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Samuel Gibbs Consumer technology editor

The best UK running watches to hit your fitness goals in 2026, tested by our expert

A composite of four running watches

Whether you’re hitting the pavements for the first time, running with a club or racing for personal glory, the ability to track your workouts has become an essential part of any training regime. Not only can it help you improve, but you can also use it to avoid injury and share in the social experience. A running watch isn’t the only way to do this, but it is a pretty effective option.

But with the market flooded with options, offering an array of features, you might find it difficult to answer all the questions that arise. Do you need offline maps? Do you want to listen to music while you run? Which brand is best, and how much do you really need to spend?

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