{"id":8765,"date":"2025-11-26T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/curiousdrive.com\/?p=8765"},"modified":"2025-11-26T21:43:10","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T21:43:10","slug":"starting-a-new-year-health-kick-this-garmin-smartwatch-is-over-400-off-for-black-friday-and-packed-with-fitness-perks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/curiousdrive.com\/index.php\/2025\/11\/26\/starting-a-new-year-health-kick-this-garmin-smartwatch-is-over-400-off-for-black-friday-and-packed-with-fitness-perks\/","title":{"rendered":"Starting a new-year health kick? This Garmin smartwatch is over \u00a3400 off for Black Friday, and packed with fitness perks"},"content":{"rendered":"
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This would make an excellent Christmas gift, for the fitness fanatic in your life! (Picture: Metro\/Getty\/Ernest Jones)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Black Friday<\/a> is a jammy time to snap up a good deal, and if you\u2019re looking to save hundreds on a fab piece of tech<\/a>, the Garmin epix\u2122 Pro (Gen 2) Sapphire Edition<\/a> is now 50% off at \u00a3449.99 at Ernest Jones<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Yes, we know it\u2019s a pricey splurge but this isn\u2019t just a smartwatch. It\u2019s a true game-changer for an active lifestyle, whether you\u2019re commuting back and forth to work, hanging out with your mates, hitting the gym for a sweat session or getting outdoors for a tough hike.<\/p>\n

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Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) Sapphire Edition 51mm Black Strap Smartwatch<\/h2>\n

The Garmin epix\u2122 Pro is a powerhouse smartwatch with a stunning 51mm AMOLED display, weeks-long battery life, and 24\/7 health tracking. It offers advanced sleep insights, a handy LED flashlight, and comes with a sleek black fabric strap for everyday style.<\/p>\n

Buy Now for \u00a3449.99 (was \u00a3899.99)<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

One of the best features of this watch<\/a> is its long-lasting battery, offering up to 31 days in smartwatch mode and 58 hours in GPS mode. So from lengthy workouts to weekends in the great outdoors, you\u2019re covered.<\/p>\n

The 1.4-inch AMOLED screen also has a light and crisp display, and it\u2019s even easy to read in direct sunlight. The new sapphire crystal lens not only looks sleek, but it\u2019s also scratch-resistant, while the fibre-reinforced polymer case is durable without feeling too bulky. Ernest Jones even has a feature to try the watch on your own wrist to see if you like the style!<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re big on that health<\/a> and fitness hype, this watch can measure a ton of impressive metrics. We\u2019re talking VO2 max to look at your cardiovascular fitness, while the PacePro\u2122 guidance offers insights and helps you plan your workout to best improve your performance. <\/p>\n

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This LED light is a seriously cool feature. (Picture: Metro\/Ernest Jones)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The ECG app can detect irregular heart rhythms, while the Pulse Ox measures oxygen saturation, with low levels potentially signalling respiratory problems. The HRV status can help gauge your recovery time, and you can use the Body Battery\u2122 energy monitoring for stress and sleep coaching, ensuring your health is at its peak, whether you\u2019re up and active during the day or trying to rest at night.<\/p>\n

For natural explorers, the epix\u2122 Pro is built for adventure. It comes with built-in GPS, maps, ABC sensors and an LED flashlight.<\/p>\n

You can also download music to create the perfect playlist for your workouts, and get smart notifications so you stay connected. And if you\u2019re short on pocket space, leave your purse or wallet at home and use the Garmin Pay\u2122 when you\u2019re out and about. <\/p>\n

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Now this is one smart, and sexy device! (Picture: Metro\/Ernest Jones)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Heading out alone can be scary, especially in winter with the short days and dark nights. But this watch also has incident detection, which uses built-in motion sensors and GPS to detect any unusual movements during an outdoor workout, whether that\u2019s a fall while running or a crash during a cycle. It can even send your real-time location to a pre-selected emergency contact in an instant, and you can also trigger it manually if you feel unsafe while you\u2019re out on your own.<\/p>\n

And look, we know that this is still a pricey splurge, but with its extensive health tracking, advanced performance features, and 50% off, it\u2019s certainly an investment that\u2019s hard to pass up\u2026<\/p>\n

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