Garmin Forerunner 255/255S: The Complete Tutorial (How-To/User Interface Guide)

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Here's your complete step-by-step guide to every feature on the Forerunner 255/255S and 255/255S Music. Starting with the basics, and then ramping into the more complex bits like HRV Status, Training Status, Race Calendar, and plenty more! Buy the Forerunner 255 here (amzn.to/457pBvm), link helps support the channel, much appreciated!
This video is sponsored by SteadyRack: bit.ly/steadyrack-dc
0:00 The Game Plan
0:40 FR255 vs FR255S and Music
1:00 Basic Usage & Hardware Overview
2:18 Watch Faces, Widgets, Daily Activity Tracking
7:24 Sleep Tracking, Body Battery, Resting HR
10:55 Body Battery vs Garmin FR955 Training Readiness
11:55 HRV Status Deep-Dive
13:56 Morning Report
14:48 Training Status, Acute Load, VO2Max, Recovery
18:53 Race Calendar and Dynamic Training Plans
21:08 Sport Modes, Daily Suggested Workouts
24:15 Sport Mode Configuration & Running Power
28:41 Structured Workouts & Courses
30:20 Multiband GPS
32:48 Battery Saver Mode
33:34 Contactless Payments (Garmin Pay)
35:08 Sensor Pairing, Music, and Spotify
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@clubmate12 Год назад

Honestly, Garmin should just replace the 200-pages booklet that comes in the watch box with a QR code to this video.

@AKsprintz 7 месяцев назад

😂😂😂

@Fumega-cr9cr 2 месяца назад

Better than it

@flohthiele8742 9 дней назад

Extremely professional, user-focused tutorial. Comprehensive and well-structured. Super-well done! Thank YOU

@devjon123 2 года назад

Great video and super useful. One quirk is that I'd loaded a 10k race into my calendar and synced it to the watch, and was following the suggested workouts. The race was cancelled so I cancelled the race from my Garmin calendar but the race was still showing on my watch.

@lissawohltmann1585 Год назад

Thank you for this; you are FAST! I had to rewind about 50 times, but finally got the info :)

@pavelzin Год назад

Thank you! Just upgraded from 235 and it was a really helpfull video.

@johngardner1898 5 месяцев назад

Ray - Garmin should be paying you (perhaps they are). They launched and continue to support this FABULOUS running watch with a relative snore! This video is very well done. Sold. I agree with you - the FR255 is a great (the best?) value in the extensive Garmin lineup.

@hornsteinhof7592 5 месяцев назад

Indeed. I got the watch rather cheap yesterday and am super excited to see its potential. Upgrading from a vivosmart

@jeffreycristobal4765 2 года назад

You have sold me Mate, i am definitely purchasing this on Thursday (upgrading from fitbit sense and ecosystem). Thanks man! I cant wait to train intensely for life!

@bhimfb 2 года назад

I was eagerly waiting for this video..... Thanks a lot...

@paveln1453 Год назад

Extremely helpful and very informative. Many thanks.

@auraarbulu6197 7 месяцев назад

Thanks. I also listened to it with 0.75, and it worked great. Super helpful.

@caninebodybalance Год назад

Very informative and clear video - thank you

@_Paul_N Год назад

I’ve been using the 255 for 3 days so far and I’m in love with this watch. I switched from the Apple Watch 6 and I don’t miss it and it’s fancy touchscreen at all. My watch battery without power save mode and GPS turned on has me at 76% battery life which is insane! The watch is super light, but doesn’t feel plastic and cheap and the GPS connection before starting your runs are almost instant. I have the non-music version because I use Apple Music instead of Spotify, so no need to spend the extra $50 lol.

@renerenettoki Год назад

I’m planning to buy 255s to replace my apple watch 6. Do you download songs on your apple music? thank you

@xyuso Год назад

I’m also switching from the AW6 to this one! Can’t wait to receive it

@ianfrost4817 Год назад

where?

@clubmate12 Год назад

@@renerenettoki Songs downloaded to your phone/laptop from Apple Music are protected by DRM and cannot be imported to your Garmin

@trelosenario Год назад

Thank you for this exceptional review.

@avidwriter2882 9 месяцев назад

I'm getting a 255, it's in shipping. I'm glad to know I can do all of this on my phone. I have a Vivoacitve 4 and losing the touchscreen isn't a major loss except for making those option changes.

@pioneersmokehouseschannel 2 года назад

great videos like always!

@BrendanMacWade Год назад

Thanks for this video! I sold my Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 and bought this and I am sold on Garmin watches now. The 255 is the best sports watch I've ever owned. It has too many features for me, which is only a good thing. I don't miss touchscreens at all. In fact, I prefer the 5 buttons. The battery life is impressive.

@xiaoyu88 Год назад

Coming from a 235, I love this watch. But, I noticed that all the buttons other than the "Start/Stop" button have some creep till I press them. Is it like that for you as well?

@sandwichlegend2348 5 месяцев назад

@xiaoyu88 what do you mean by they have creep?

@T-bit Год назад

Nice bike racks👍🏼 thanks for the low down on this watch👍🏼👍🏼

@nthabisengmahloko797 2 месяца назад

Thank you , this was super helpful 👌🏾

@mr.cheesehapje8083 2 месяца назад

Perfect tutorial, thanks!

@elizabethcole5582 8 дней назад

Excellent video!!!! Thank You!!!

@OthmanAlikhan Год назад

Thanks for the video =)

@lanujang Год назад

much appreciated 👍

@origmarm Год назад

I'm not sure which countries it's active in but Curve is a very good solution for Garmin Pay especially in the UK. It will basically take all VISA and MasterCard etc... behind the Curve MasterCard. My UK bank did not support Garmin Pay but using Curve I use the bank card without issues. Also good as an 'additional layer' for internet purchases

@clubmate12 Год назад

Revolut works with Garmin Pay as well

@thumbnek 2 года назад

I like this watch

@dlamb115 2 года назад

thank you for such a great video, I am planning on buying the 255 music when my state tax free day comes along in a couple weeks. looking forward to the upgrade from my fitbit charge 3

@jesusgjchuza6491 2 года назад

Nice watch 🤝😎🤟🏼

@gnawty4662 2 года назад

Nice touch with the blueberry pie 😂

@amyroshak6377 Месяц назад

I love this watch! My one complaint is that I wish I knew it wasn’t compatible with Apple Music before spending extra on the Music version.

@kyriacoschristofi6978 2 года назад

Hi Ray! Any idea whether the data fields/layout that can be displayed on 255S are less than 255 ?

@peterdavies7872 2 года назад

Thanks @Dc Rainmaker . Did you notice during your testing any intermittent HRV recording at night? I've posted on this issue in the Garmin forerunner 255 forums but I appear unable to post the URL here. It appears also an issue suffered by 955 users.

@PietroBlu 10 месяцев назад

I own FR255 by about a year, and I'm pretty satisfied. I find the daily suggestions trainings very useful, because even if you don't have a training plan active, you can still improve training status following it. But I'm wondering if there's a way to change the 'Base' time pace training e.g. from 6 min/km to 5:30 min/km?

@dizi17 2 года назад

So basically replacing the 745? Will the 745 still receive updates?

@runnerup9786 2 года назад

@dcrainmaker hi Ray, this watch has Barometer, Altimeter, Compass and Thermometer...does each of these have a data screen as per the Fenix? I.e. can you check your altitude or check the barometric pressure for example?

@Ordinary-Hendrik 2 года назад

Thanks Ray, it seems that the display color of my 255 is not as sharp as my Fenix 7. It is my 255 or in general it is this way. Thanks!

@KJ-su4ph Год назад

Is it possible to customize the watch on the smartphone or the computer? I have the forerunner 255s and it is a very small display and very customizing is very fiddly tbh.

@varvarapikoulaspsaros7157 2 года назад

Love your content DCR! I live in Arlington VA btw and love your expat story. I started running this year. ran a half in May and my goal is Authentic Athens Marathon in Greece in Nov. I have a fitbit charge 5 now but need to improve my form/posture and need something that calculates cadence ideally with metronome feature, and want something to provide elevation information since Athens marathon has some a major incline that I need to train for. QUESTION: for these features does Forerunner 55 have them all or do I need to move to Forerunner 255? Thanks much for all you do and value you provide us.

@kevinlynch6721 9 месяцев назад

FR55 will support both those things. Some basic strength & mobility training to complement your running will be more important in improving form than a new watch, especially if you are new to running.

@parhansson 2 года назад

Does it have voice instructions for structured workouts?

@abelimages 2 года назад

Thanks for all the info. Dose the 255M play podcasts from Amazon music? Deal breaker if not. Thanks for your help.

@grzegorzkrajewski1095 Год назад

You haven't mentioned about one BIG DRAWBACK of this watch. It lacks Navigation data fields (they were in FR 245). When you navigate gpx file you don't know how far is to the end of track.

@matildemilani4467 Год назад

Hi! Can you please tell me if 255S has the TracBack option? I found online the 255 operator manual and it shows that 255 has that feature but I don't know if 255S has it too. Thank you, loved your review!

@caldwellmanners5697 2 года назад

Can the 255S be charged during an activity? Do you have any recommendations for charing cables/craddles that would work well?

@LoLzinator14 Год назад

Hey, I've got a question which I couldn't find through googling. When I put my finger over the HR sensor like you did at 1:40, both of the green lights flash as well, but then after I remove the finger, the upper part of top sensor is constantly blinking green light, it doesn't stay turned off like in your video. Do you or anyone else know why is that so?

@RKIchubs Год назад

thanks for this video. can you add road bike races on the watch race calendar?

@lucydibenedetto9378 Год назад

Thanks for the excellent video. How can I program the watch to sound every say 20 seconds? I would appreciate any feedback.

@deanginev4226 Год назад

Hello, thank you very much for this great video it help me starting with the Garmin watch. I have issue syncing data from my watch to the Nike Run Club app, which I have been using from 3 years, it shows that both accounts are connected, but it does not transfer the data to the NRC app. I have tried to disconnect the two accounts and then connect again, but it didn’t help. Do you have any suggestions how to fix this. NCR is a partner with Garmin so it shouldn’t have a problem. Thank you!

@todortodorov9268 Год назад

Hi, can you tell me if it is good for strength training, like fitness and power lifting? And also is the Venu 2 plus any better? Thanks!

@buksi771 Год назад

Can I see the elevation profile while using navigation in a running activity to see how much i still have to climb? I know it doesn't have climb pro but foe example, on instinct series i see the elevation profile to have an idea what is coming up. Thanks!

@scottwells4705 Год назад

Great video! I can currently get the 255 for £225 or the 955 for £360 here in the UK, which one would you go for!?

@pjbcoetzer 2 года назад

Hey Ray... Just a quick one.. Could you add the Steady Rack info to the RU-vid video description...? Not sure if you have a dedicated link that helps your channel. As always, Thx for the great content!!

@pjbcoetzer 2 года назад

Nice, thx for adding the link... Will be supporting the crew for some handy storage racks!

@pinetree7296 Год назад

I ordered the 255M my first runners /smartwatch seems like it has way more stuff on it then i actually need, i just wanted to track distance,calories burned and have music on the watch so i don't need my phone with me. What beginner features /useful information should i look into using this device?

@JL-wf2wp 2 года назад

Have you got your hands on the new insta 360 rs cam? There are a few reviews already but i only trust your reviews 🤷🏼‍♂️

@KwstakhsZ13 Год назад

I would like to ask if the watch is 'laggy' during workouts! And by saying laggy, I mean if the information displayed on the screen during workouts,such as split pace or Heart rate bpm are accurate. I'm preparing for my first marathon and I want to move from my Huawei GT 2 to either a 255 or a 945. I only care about the running features (namely,a very accurate GPS and a great heart rate monitor,as great a mid-budget watch can be) but a friend of mine told me that the 2XX series is something I should avoid due to the reasons I mentioned above,and go for a 9XX or a fenix,so that the UI (while running) will rather assist me,than giving me troubles Thanks in advance!

@Hikebike365 Год назад

Really wish Garmin would give us a way to backup all our settings and adjustments and a restore feature. Too much time spent setting up my watch to not have a backup!

@AnandMallaya Год назад

It may be due to latest software update or something, running dynamics and running power is supported now without needing any external sensors!

@Dcrainmaker Год назад

Yup! Added back this past winter. Woot!

@nathenieldanta9731 2 года назад

Whats the upcoming garmin is going to release end of 2022?

@solitude8375 Год назад

Bro, can GARMIN 255 add in Cadence Sensor? Opps I saw it at the end of your video / speed and cadensce sensor etc.

@THBakker69 Год назад

I bought the 255 non-Music, because I don’t listen to music during sport. Unfortunately that was not the only difference between the two; the non-Music 255 does NOT have WiFi and I was unaware of that. I had gladly spent the extra €50 for WiFi instead of having the Connect app open on my iPhone all the time to get updates for weather data for example and uploading sessions. That’s my only gripe with it. It’s awesome how Garmin coaches me with the 255 and the software.

@florianbusch3082 Год назад

Don't know what's wrong with your watch but even the official Garmin user guide lists how to connect to wifi on the regular 255? Also on the website there's no difference between both versions when it comes to connections, they both state "Bluetooth, ANT+"…so either both watches don't have wifi and Garmin is giving wrong information on the user guide or your particular watch has an error?

@b.6483 Год назад

@@florianbusch3082 does it have glucose monitor?

@forexsocialbr Год назад

@@b.6483 No

@jasper7257 Год назад

You don't have to open the connect app for the weather to be updated on the watch right? Same with uploading sessions that goes automatically in the background as well.

@oldtwinsna8347 Год назад

@@florianbusch3082 the non-music doesn't have the hardware for wifi so that's that. the music version does. your extra $50 gets you that. with that said, keep in mind the 3rd party app structure will still rely primarily on bluetooth to your phone's garmin connect regardless.

@zAbdullahKhan 8 месяцев назад

Hi. I just received Forerunner 255 and started watching your video to see how it works. I pressed the down button and reached to the end of all features, but I cannot find "Health Snapshot" there. Where can I find it, please? And some other functions like body battery are also missing.

@dotmars 10 месяцев назад

21:32 When I click on Start at this screen, I don’t get the “Today’s Suggestion” screen with the ability to view more info. It goes straight into timing my run

@mrJuank018 Год назад

Help me please. Recently I bought FR255 but I can't get Spotify. When I try download with Garmin IQ, the app say me that I need last version in fr255 (with Garmin express) but I have the last version!! Please help and sorry for me English!!

@jokesNgiggles 8 месяцев назад

do these watches have issues with data vanishing from the app? I tried another cheaper watch (not a garmin) and one day all 4 months of data on the app was gone with no way of getting it back because they dont store it anywhere.

@HulkSmashedU 8 месяцев назад

Is there such a thing you can do in the watch or app to tell it to begin the week on a sun or monday ??

@claudiutamas79 Год назад

34:33 "Enter your passcode" - On 255 we don't have a touch screen; is this (using buttons) fast enough to not annoy the seller? Is this operation safe for others not to see my code?

@AshishAmatya 2 года назад

i am new to garmin. Does the steps stats shown is including the steps that occurs during any activity activity like, running, hiking, golfing, swimming etc ? or the steps count is all total steps excluding any activities I start ?

@gabesalvador 2 года назад

Yes it includes the ones in the activity

@josemosan5573 Год назад

Great video! One question, can you program a workout (for example a fartlek) directly in the watch without using your mobile or pc?

@marcuscazzolato Год назад

IIRC yes you can directly on the watch

@AlwayzPr0 2 года назад

just got my 255m on Saturday and the screen was cracked Monday. sucks that my suunto Spartan lasted over 2 years without a scratch.

@00SilverWolf 2 года назад

Do you think training readiness wil come to FR255?

@sams6l87 Год назад

A question: When I create a run workout, multiple options are available: Warm up, Run, Cool down, etc... but while running and on the summary when the training is over all date is taken into account to show me the average pace, heart rate, distance, etc... i cannot believe garmin does not have the option to show me only the running data, and not the resting minutes, this way is imposible to know how my training pace goals are being achieved, any solution? Thanks for the video!

@voidreflection5935 Год назад

For a single workout it’s easy. Load your workout in Garmin Connect and switch to the lap view. Here you see by default your lap statistics for the whole workout. But you can also filter the laps with buttons for warmup, running and cool-down. The thing is that you can’t automatically cut out warmup and cool-down workout data before exporting to other platforms like strava. (At least you can do that manually via Edit-function in Garmin Connect.) That’s why I’m usually not record warmup and cool-down.

@florianbusch3082 Год назад

Most people i know record three independent sessions - one for warmup, one for the actual training and one for cooldown

@alejandrolealsalazar5916 3 месяца назад

Do you recommend this Garmin for different activities like gym,padel,some running, etc? mostly gym and padel?

@duanbarros Год назад

How do you get the display contrast look so crisp? Or is it the color correction of video footage? In reality, the black levels and saturation of display looks very washed. Is there an option to tweak that? I can only find settings for brightness. Thank you.

@Dcrainmaker Год назад

Odd. No color correction at all (none of my videos ever have any…that’s too complex for me 🤣).

@rhodes-shoplogistirio6031 Год назад

I have activated the compass but I don't understand where I see it, can someone help me ??? Thanks!!!

@armandkOG Год назад

Does daily suggested workout works for cycling event?

@daddac 2 года назад

how's the button? I got FR955, it has 2 mushy/sticky buttons, really annoying. I feel like 955's QC is not good.

@driventomadness117 2 года назад

Same here with the mushy buttons. Started one week in of owning the watch. Huge bummer. Oh and the battery seems to discharge extremely quickly..

@Dcrainmaker 2 года назад

No button issues here. I do see occasional reports every time a new Garmin comes out with mushy buttons. I'm not sure why.

@ramsey967 Год назад

is just training readiness worth to go for 955 instead?

@zsoca31 3 месяца назад

Can someone please help? Does it have turn by turn navigation? I see it in the manual online as turn by turn prompts but nobody mentions it in these reviews. Is it a different turn by turn navigation than the 955 's?

@rouxawesome8861 4 месяца назад

Me and my sister share a spotify premium account. If im listening to music on the watch can she still listen to music on her phone or does she have to wait until im not listening to music. Thanks

@user-hy6ej7pi6m 2 месяца назад

Smart watches should include an onboard tutorial

@PatrickFass 2 года назад

Thanks for the detailed video. How do you get the display contrast to look so crisp? Or is it the color correction of the video footage? In reality the black levels and saturation of the display looks very washed. Is there an option to tweak that? I can only find settings for the brightness. Cheers!

@speedstarspeedstar Год назад

Try setting in watch face > customize > accent colour..

@dorideg1 2 года назад

Anyone know if you can add indoor climbing as an activity? Or is it only on the top spec watches?

@Lasombra08 2 года назад

You can't.

@joevaldez3651 2 года назад

Does the 255 offer timed Run/Walk alerts? Similar to the FR55 and older FR220 models?

@Alvaro-ep2de Год назад

yes

@ViverRamon 2 года назад

Thanks for the video!..I am now just thinking about buying a 255. One question...could you clarify if in the swimming mode it gives the SWOLF?

@Lasombra08 2 года назад

It does. Take a look into the manual for more information.

@4lifesponge 10 месяцев назад

Can you upload maps to the 255?

@profound369 Год назад

Hey man how do you get your resting heart rate down? Mine is constantly 100

@mastermitsch88 Год назад

Guys, how do I change from Fahrenheit to Celsius? Thank you!

@Manfredidu13 6 месяцев назад

37:39 nice fart

@giorgitd 2 года назад

what about non-triathlon multisport? can i make a run-bike-run (duathlon) plan for automatic changes among sports and transitions with one button press? what about pool swim-bike-run? you get the idea...

@GraemeMcN 2 года назад

There is a multisport option and this has the duathlon mode. It has custom build as well. I've not dived into this but you'll be able to see this in the manual

@zhuxiaojun3422 Год назад

Hi there, nice video, very detail. do i have to take 255 music to use spotify or just 255 is good enough?

@artyomsherwin648 Год назад

To save music on the watch, you need the music version. Else you'll need to keep your phone in a hipbag or similar.

@andreia5santos 2 года назад

Can you please review huawei watch fit 2?

@cynan85 7 месяцев назад

Forrunner 745 or this though?? Any advice please?? Thanks Dan

@JustBrowsing777 Год назад

Great review but needs to be played at 0.75 speed to keep up 😅

@carrygun_ 3 месяца назад

I have been using Instinct 2 for the last month. Now I can swap to FR 255 for like 15 USD more. Is it worth it? I am not a runner, I only ride a bicycle. I love the sturdiness of I2 but Garmin Pay makes a difference in FR 255 :(

@bradenlang1257 Год назад

I’m deciding between the 255 and the Instinct 2. I don’t do runs or many structured workouts but do lots In the mountains (hiking and skiing) where I would like GPS accuracy and battery life. I know the 255 has the multi-band which is more accurate but the Instinct 2 has the solar option which would extend battery life. With all the extra features the 255 has that I most likely would never use I’m leaning toward the Instinct 2, anyone have any suggestions using both?

@Julko88 Год назад

Same here... I don't do runs, only some bicycling and hiking in mountains. Difficult to make final decision :p

@MatteoBurroni Год назад

Same here, but I run a lot even if not structured. As I'm not getting the solar, I'm more on Instinct 2 now, because here is 70-90€ cheaper than the 255 right now.

@jaypandyajp Год назад

@@MatteoBurroni I was in the same boat. I chose Instinct 2 and it got delivered just today. However, I feel it is not as cool as casio and the screen is tiny. Forerunner 255 has a screen which seems capable to me. Thinking of returning I2 and go with f255

@zhozhforever4047 2 года назад

You can definitely add races, but not remove them. Unfortunately deleting a race in garmin connect calendar does not remove it from watch. Thus they are all there and affect training suggestions/plans. Could not find the way to clear this. Hope they might fix it in later firmware upgrades.

@Dcrainmaker 2 года назад

It will remove them, though, I've found it seems to take a few syncs for it to happen. Not sure why.

@zhozhforever4047 Год назад

@@Dcrainmaker Unfortunately no, it will not remove them. Waited for 1.5 months and got some firmware updates, but this bug is still there. Also in my native language watch crashes and reboots if i scroll to race widget, so i had to switch to English. HR optic perfomance in cold weather is mediocre comparing to hot summer days.

@Dcrainmaker Год назад

@@zhozhforever4047 Yeah, not sure why the removal isn't working for you. But I add/remove races quite frequently usually for test purposes (including right before making this video). 😕

@Whisk3yNov3mb3r 9 месяцев назад

is training readiness the same as recovery?

@kaiiemsawat2415 6 дней назад

Wonder where can I get that Stormtropper riding bike T-shirt?

@SpecXify Год назад

HI there, is it possible to start a workout, for example RUN and than go back and go to the stopwatch and run that completely seperate from the workout aswell? On Venu 2 plus its simple to do this but Im sceptical of this manouver on here. It should be possible but none of my friends have this watch so I cant test it.

@SpecXify Год назад

FYI, just got the watch and it is possible.

@SpecXify 11 месяцев назад

@Boki Borovic I have Forerunner 255 music now for almost a year. The watch is damn great if you dont want some fancy smartphone gadgets. Its a solid sports watch and also the multi-band GPS is very good.

@SpecXify 11 месяцев назад

@Boki Borovic Samo da ti je dobra ;)

@hariharanarayananb2313 2 года назад

Thanks for the video. I’m looking to get the 255 / 955. Confused about the maps/navigation part to decide between the two. Basically, I have the all trails subscription, I’m looking to download the maps and upload to the watch that I can use to navigate in trail runs. Could you please recommend if I can do this with 255 or I need to get 955? Thank you.

@Lasombra08 2 года назад

The 255 doesn't support maps, be they Garmin or third party

@hariharanarayananb2313 2 года назад

@@Lasombra08 thanks for the response. The 255’s user manual has Maps and Navigation sections in it, how are they used in comparison to my use case mentioned here?

@Lasombra08 2 года назад

@@hariharanarayananb2313 Think of it as breadcrumb navigation. What you see in the manual is what you get (compare that to the 955's manual). You cannot install third party maps on the 255. You can upload your courses and let the watch navigate, of course.

@hariharanarayananb2313 2 года назад

@@Lasombra08 thank you. Does the 255 navigation have an alert feature when I stray off the course?

@Lasombra08 2 года назад

@@hariharanarayananb2313 I'm not 100% sure, but I think so.