Garmin advances the running ecosystem with new Forerunner smartwatches, Garmin Pay, and the Garmin Run Marathon series

Garmin continues to strengthen its commitment to the running community with an integrated approach that combines performance-focused wearables, everyday convenience, and a global race platform. This includes the introduction of the Forerunner 70 and Forerunner 170 smartwatches, the launch of Garmin Pay in the Philippines, and the arrival of the Garmin Run Marathon Seriesin Manila.

Designed by runners for runners, the Forerunner 70 and Forerunner 170 are built to support both running performance and overall fitness. The smartwatches feature a bright AMOLED display, built-in GPS for tracking pace, distance, and routes, and wrist-based heart rate monitoring. A combination of touchscreen and five-button controls provides ease of use across different training conditions.

In addition to running, both models support a range of activities through built-in sports apps, allowing users to track workouts such as cycling, strength training, and other fitness routines. This positions the Forerunner series as a tool not only for race preparation, but for maintaining overall health and activity.

The devices are supported by Garmin’s training ecosystem, including Garmin Coach adaptive training plans and daily suggested workouts that adjust based on performance, recovery, and training load. Health and wellness features such as sleep tracking, HRV status, and training readiness provide further insight into how the body responds to activity and recovery, helping users train more consistently over time.

Battery performance is designed to support daily use and extended training, reducing the need for frequent charging. Forerunner 170 further includes Garmin Pay contactless payments, enabling users to make fast and secure transactions directly from their wrist, whether during or after a workout.

The Forerunner 70 and Forerunner 170 series are available at all Garmin stores, online via the official Garmin website, through Kinetic, and on Garmin’s official stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok. The Forerunner 70 has a suggested retail price of PHP 15,990, while the Forerunner 170 is priced at PHP 19,290, and the Forerunner 170 Music at PHP 22,290.

Further expanding its ecosystem, Garmin has also introduced Garmin Pay in the Philippines, bringing contactless payment capabilities to compatible Garmin smartwatches. The service is made available through partnerships with GoTyme Bank and EastWest Bank, and is supported by global payment networks Visa and Mastercard. Garmin Pay enables users to make secure, tap-and-go payments without the need for cash, phones, or wallets, supporting everyday convenience alongside active use.

Completing the ecosystem is the Garmin Run Marathon Series, Garmin’s flagship global running circuit built on international race standards. Designed to bring together runners across key cities, the series focuses on consistency, participation, and personal progress within the global running community.

The Garmin Run Marathon Series is supported by STARLUX Airlines, Shokz, and Ajinomoto’s Amino VITAL®.

In the Philippines, the series continues to build momentum following a strong showing in 2025, which brought together over 8,000 runners and produced 24 podium finishers, highlighting the growing engagement of the local running community.

The Garmin Run Philippines will take place on Oct. 25, 2026 at the SM MOA Complex, featuring 5K, 10K, and 21K race categories. The event welcomes participants across different levels — from those starting their running journey to experienced runners targeting new personal goals. Registration for Garmin Run Philippines is now open via the official website.

L-R: Rio Mayuga, Head of Clients, Visa; Jan Vincent Montifalcon, SAVP for Business Development, EastWest Bank; Norman Martin Reyes, SVP & Head of Marketing and Cash Management, EastWest Bank; Efren Dela Cruz, Jr., FVP & Head of Innovation Center of Excellence, EastWest Bank; Sky Chen, Regional Director, Garmin Southeast Asia; Jamie Su, Country Manager, Garmin Philippines; Nate Clarke, CEO, GoTyme Bank; Shern Teo, Chief Strategy Officer, GoTyme Bank; Kristina Lim, Strategy & Proposition Manager, GoTyme Bank; Jeff Navarro, Country Manager, Visa; Lovely De Leon, Digital Payments Lead, Mastercard; and Rochelle Mayuga, Account Manager, Mastercard

The event will be supported by MYLAPS to provide accurate, professional-grade tracking. As part of the global series, participants may also work toward qualifying for an exclusive, limited-edition 18K gold plated medal by completing 13 races across key participating cities that are a part of the Garmin Run Marathon Series by 2027.

“With the launch of the Forerunner 70 and Forerunner 170, we continue to strengthen how Garmin supports a more active and connected lifestyle. By bringing together our wearables, Garmin Pay, and the Garmin Run Marathon Series, we provide an ecosystem that supports performance, enables everyday convenience, and helps build a stronger running community,” said Sky Chen, Regional Director, Garmin Southeast Asia.

L-R: Lenny Grace Baldago, Brand Manager, Shokz; Mark Tan, Chief Finance Officer, NAVCO; Sky Chen, Regional Director, Garmin Southeast Asia; Jamie Su, Country Manager, Garmin Philippines; Neil Tan, Managing Director, NAVCO; Jan Claude Angco, Manager, STARLUX Airlines; and Toshiko Tiosejo; Manila Sales; STARLUX Airlines

Together, the Forerunner 70 and Forerunner 170, Garmin Pay, and the Garmin Run Marathon Series reflect Garmin’s approach to developing products and experiences that support training, performance, and everyday activity within a connected ecosystem.

For more information on Garmin Pay, visit
https://www.garmin.com/en-PH/garmin-pay/.

For more information on the Garmin Run Marathon Series – Philippines, visit
https://ph.garmin.com/event/2026/garmin-run/.

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