Description
🏃 Garmin Forerunner 55 — The Smart Running Watch That Grows With You
Looking to start your fitness journey or sharpen your running goals? The Garmin Forerunner 55 is the perfect balance of simplicity, performance, and smart features. With built-in GPS, tailored training guidance, and long battery life, this is more than a run timer — it’s your personal coach on your wrist.
About Garmin & the Forerunner Series
Garmin is one of the world’s most trusted names in GPS and wearable tech — known for rugged reliability, class-leading navigation, and deep fitness analytics. In the Garmin smartwatch family, the Forerunner series has always catered to runners and endurance athletes, offering precise distance, pace, heart rate, and multi-sport support.
The Forerunner 55 sits in the sweet spot: powerful but accessible. It carries many features found in higher end watches, yet with a user-friendly interface and price tag that’s inviting for both newcomers and seasoned runners alike
Standout Features of the Forerunner 55
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Built-in GPS — track pace, distance, and route without needing your phone (in GPS mode).
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Battery Life — up to 14 days in smartwatch mode; around 20 hours when using GPS continuously.
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Activity & Sport Modes — supports running, cycling, pool swimming, HIIT, indoor cardio, and more.
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Daily Suggested Workouts & Garmin Coach — adaptive training plans suited to your fitness level and progress.
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Advanced Metrics — VO₂ max estimate, cadence alerts, recovery time advice, and race predictor tools.
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Safety & Tracking Features — incident detection, “Assistance” messaging, and LiveTrack so family/friends can follow your run in real time.
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Water Resistance — rated to 5 ATM (50 m), safe for swimming and sweat.
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Rugged and Reliable — operates in temperatures from –20 °C to 60 °C.
What Makes It Unique
While many smartwatches compete in features, the Forerunner 55 stands out with its focused simplicity. You won’t be overwhelmed by bells and whistles — it gives you what runners need, minus distractions. Its daily suggested workouts adjust to your stamina, and Garmin Coach helps you train smarter, not harder. Plus, its battery life means you aren’t charging every night.
It’s a watch designed not just to record your runs — but to help you improve over time.
Warranty & Support
When you purchase through trusted retailers like TommieKelly, the Forerunner 55 comes backed by Garmin’s standard limited warranty (details vary by region). This gives you confidence that your investment is protected against manufacturer defects.
Not Sure if It’s for You?
We get it — a watch is a commitment. If you’re exploring your options, browse our full range of smartwatches at TommieKelly. You’ll find models with more colors, displays, or advanced multisport tracking — we’ve got something for every style.
Prefer to try in person? Drop into one of our stores:
Ballinasloe — 090 964 4093
Roscommon — 090 663 4465
Order your Garmin Forerunner 55 today — a smarter run awaits you!
