How to use the personalized Running coach feature on your Galaxy Watch8 and Watch8 Classic

Galaxy Watch8 and Watch8 Classic feature the personalized Running coach, which provides tailored coaching programs for users ranging from beginners to marathon trainees. The Running coach analyzes your running level and delivers a personalized training plan, along with detailed post-run feedback.

The personalized Running coach feature evaluates your running ability and recommends a personalized training plan based on your running level. Running level analysis is based on multiple indicators including heart rate, Vo₂Max, profile data, distance, and pace. These metrics help create a more accurate and personalized coaching experience.

• Your initial running level is determined by a 12-minute test and classified into one of 10 levels.
• Based on your result, a personalized plan is selected from over 160 available training programs.

To use the personalized Running coach, you must first complete the running level test. Follow the steps below to measure your level, receive tailored coaching, and begin a structured training journey.

Step 1. Select Samsung Health app on your Galaxy Watch.

Step 2. Select Exercise.

Step 3. Swipe through the list and select Running coach.

Step 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to start the Find your running level test.

Step 5. Once the test is complete, your personalized training plan will be generated.

You can review detailed results and training insights in the Samsung Health app on your connected Galaxy phone.