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Garmin 010-12520-00 Running Dynamics Pod

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  • Computes and sends 6 running dynamics metrics to your compatible Device
  • Battery life: replaceable battery lasts up to 1 year (assuming 1 hour daily use)
  • Automatically turns itself on and off
  • Tiny size: at less than 5 ounces, you’ll forget it’s there
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Train Hard, Run Free

The Running Dynamics Pod easily clips onto your waistband to measure the running dynamics you need to beat yesterday. It gives you the option to run without a heart rate monitor chest strap. Once paired with your compatible smartwatch, just clip it to the back and center of your waistband and start your run.

Running Dynamics Pod

Computes and Transmits Meaningful Data

  • Computes and sends 6 running dynamics metrics to your compatible device
  • Battery life: replaceable battery lasts up to 1 year (assuming 1 hour daily use)
  • Automatically turns itself on and off
  • Tiny size: at less than 0.5 ounces, you’ll forget it’s there
  • Compatible devices connect with the Garmin Connect Mobile app to automatically sync your data and connect with others

Review Your Form

View and analyze important running metrics such as your cadence, stride length, ground contact time and balance, vertical oscillation and vertical ratio. These biomechanical measurements can help you understand your running form so you can perform better on race day.


How It Works

The Running Dynamics Pod has an accelerometer in the module that measures torso movement to calculate these 6 running metrics:

  • Cadence is the number of steps per minute. It displays the total steps (right and left combined).
  • Ground contact time balance displays the left/right balance of your ground contact time while running. It displays a percentage. For example, 53.2 with an arrow pointing left or right.
  • Stride length is the length of your stride from 1 footfall to the next. It is measured in meters.
  • Vertical oscillation is your bounce while running. It displays the vertical motion of your torso, measured in centimeters for each step.
  • Vertical ratio is the ratio of vertical oscillation to stride length. It displays a percentage. A lower number typically indicates better running form.
  • Ground contact time is the amount of time in each step that you spend on the ground while running. It is measured in milliseconds.

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    Product Description

    Train hard, run free. The running dynamics pod easily clips onto your waistband to measure the running dynamics you need to Beat yesterday. It gives you the option to run Without a Heart rate monitor chest strap but still be able to view and analyze your cadence, Stride length, ground contact time and balance, Vertical oscillation and Vertical ratio. These biomechanical measurements can help you understand your running form so you can perform better on race day. With a replaceable battery that lasts more than a year, this pod is easy to use. Once paired with your Compatible Watch, just clip it to the back and center of your waistband and start your run. It's so tiny, you may forget it's there.

    Customer reviews

    4.4 out of 5 stars
    4.4 out of 5
    2,870 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the comfort and accuracy of the running tracker. For example, they say it's easy to wear, provides good support, and provides accurate data on stride, balance, and running information. They also appreciate the ease of use. That said, some complain about the battery life and mixed opinions on connectivity, compatibility, size, and value.

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    78 customers mention68 positive10 negative

    Customers like the accuracy of the running dynamics pod. They say it helps provide accurate data on stride, balance, and running information. Customers also say it's easy to use and provides fascinating running stats. They mention that it'll help them measure their running dynamics and provide very detailed data analysis on each run.

    "...These six combined metrics will help you with your running form and efficiency and are as follows:..." Read more

    "...Really enjoy analyzing the data after each run...." Read more

    "Convinient, accurate with a great price for what it does...." Read more

    "Works as stated. Great way to measure your running dynamics to see if any adjustments need to be made...." Read more

    35 customers mention32 positive3 negative

    Customers find the product amazingly easy to use, setup, and setup. They say it's convenient, integrates seamlessly with Garmin apps, and is easy to pair with their devices. Customers also mention that the data is easy and quick to read.

    "...Pairing is extremely simple and if your Garmin wearable supports it (check Garmin's website for compatibility), you'll be up and running in under a..." Read more

    "...I purchased this to get some additional insight and I love it. Super easy to use and I am a much more efficient runner now (well, most of the time)..." Read more

    "...Ease of use - definitely! Just clip it to the back of your running shorts and go...." Read more

    "...The pod is simple, discreet, and comfortable. Unless you need almost-medically accurate HR measurements, I'd say get the pod and ditch the strap." Read more

    8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

    Customers like the comfort of the GPS watch. They say it's easy to wear, provides good support, and is hardly noticeable when running.

    "...The pod is simple, discreet, and comfortable. Unless you need almost-medically accurate HR measurements, I'd say get the pod and ditch the strap." Read more

    "Easy to wear. Easy to store. I like it...." Read more

    "good support" Read more

    "...much! more comfortable than wearing the chest Garmin HRM-RUN or HRM-TRI strap even though both pod and chest strap provides the same added running..." Read more

    78 customers mention53 positive25 negative

    Customers are mixed about the compatibility of the GPS. Some mention that it works great, while others say that it doesn't work with their watch.

    "...Anyway- it seems to work, and according to the pod I run very symetrically. So now I know...." Read more

    "Works as stated. Great way to measure your running dynamics to see if any adjustments need to be made...." Read more

    "...The little extra data that it offers seem not well presented in the Connect app, and not much to do with that data. I guess for data nerds?..." Read more

    "Pod seems to work well enough but there is no way to see if it is on (awakened) when you try to connect to a watch...." Read more

    21 customers mention10 positive11 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the navigation system. Some mention that it's good for the price, while others say that it was a waste of $30.

    "Convinient, accurate with a great price for what it does...." Read more

    "...not worth buying for me. Just another thing to haul with you on a run? No thanks. Personally have buyer’s remorse...." Read more

    "...I like that you just clip and go. no brainer. It's worth the cost for the average runner or person who wants to make sure they have a balanced run." Read more

    "...It wasn't particularly useful then, it still isn't useful now...." Read more

    18 customers mention11 positive7 negative

    Customers are mixed about the size of the GPS watch. Some mention it's small and non-intrusive, yet remains secure on the watch. They also appreciate the strong tight clip and the user-replaceable standard battery. However, others say that it'd be better if it had a larger size.

    "...However am pleased to note that it has a user-replaceable standard battery size." Read more

    "...Is quite small so clip it to my laces after any runs so it doesn't get lost...." Read more

    "Incredibly small, accurate and is must for every runner" Read more

    "It's small and non-instrisive, yet remains secure on the waistband no matter the crazy running. Syncs up nicely with my Garmin Fenix 6S." Read more

    15 customers mention10 positive5 negative

    Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the GPS watch. Some mention that it works great, connects reliably, and syncs easily with their watch. They say that it wirelessly connects easily to the watch and is awesome with the Garmin connect app. However, other customers report connectivity issues and say that on most runs it drops the connection at least once.

    "...Wirelessly connects easily to the watch, and nice controls on the watch for activating or de-activating communication to the RD pod...." Read more

    "...The only downside is that on most runs it drops the connection at least once...." Read more

    "...that works when I’m pushing things, respiration rate, and it stores data and synchs if you aren’t wearing your watch or have your ohone handy when..." Read more

    "...Used it on every run since and rarely had any connection issues...." Read more

    18 customers mention0 positive18 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the GPS. They mention that it depletes after about 9 months of use, giving a low battery warning. Some customers also say that the product needs a new battery.

    "...The battery depleted after about 9 months of use but I am using more than average so that’s OK...." Read more

    "...However it drains my battery way to fast. I can do a 45 minute run and go from 100 percent-40 percent. That’s way to much for me...." Read more

    "...On the negative side the battery already reports “getting low” after a mere 3 weeks of owning it...." Read more

    "...it's still annoying that this product is brand new and it needs a new battery already...." Read more

    Synced easily with my watch and gives interesting data
    5 Stars
    Synced easily with my watch and gives interesting data
    I've been using this with a Forerunner 255S which has built in running dynamics. This pod allows me to see my Left/Right ground contact time balance. The other measurements like vertical oscillation and ground contact time agree pretty closely to what my watch estimated before I had the pod.Anyway- it seems to work, and according to the pod I run very symetrically. So now I know.This sucker is tiny and I won't be surprised if and when I lose it, but until then, I'll clip it on and have extra data of dubious usefulness when I run.Have fun!
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    Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2020
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Synced easily with my watch and gives interesting data
    Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2023
    I've been using this with a Forerunner 255S which has built in running dynamics. This pod allows me to see my Left/Right ground contact time balance. The other measurements like vertical oscillation and ground contact time agree pretty closely to what my watch estimated before I had the pod.
    Anyway- it seems to work, and according to the pod I run very symetrically. So now I know.
    This sucker is tiny and I won't be surprised if and when I lose it, but until then, I'll clip it on and have extra data of dubious usefulness when I run.
    Have fun!
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    Solidum
    5.0 out of 5 stars Does What It Says
    Reviewed in Canada on August 15, 2023
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    job joossen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good!
    Reviewed in Belgium on September 20, 2023
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    Staffan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Does work on the treadmill
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    Marina Lobanova
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect
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