Get Moving with Garmin's New Lily Active Smartwatch!

Garmin has just released their latest smartwatch in the Lily series, and it’s called the Lily Active. This watch is designed for fitness enthusiasts who want to track their activities without carrying their phone around. The most exciting feature? A built-in GPS that lets you focus on your workout instead of holding onto extra tech. With the Lily Active, you can choose from various activity profiles like strength training, cardio, biking, golfing, tennis, and even skiing! If you prefer structured workouts, the smartwatch comes with preloaded exercises that guide you through each step right on your wrist. One cool feature is the heart rate variability (HRV) tracking during sleep. This provides insights into your overall well-being, helping you understand how well you're recovering. The watch also monitors your blood oxygen levels using a pulse oximeter sensor, giving you a comprehensive view of your fitness and helping you make better training decisions. The design has been slightly tweaked to fit all these new features without losing its style. It’s a bit bigger than previous models at 38x38mm but still weighs less than 30g. The 1-inch touchscreen display keeps the sleek look, and two new side buttons make it easier to navigate menus and start workouts. Battery life is impressive too – it can last up to nine days in smartwatch mode, compared to five for earlier models. But if you’re using GPS continuously, that drops significantly to just nine hours. So plan your long runs carefully! Apart from tracking your workouts, the Lily Active also sends smartphone notifications and includes Garmin's Body Battery energy monitoring to track your daily activity levels. For a minimalist look when you’re not exercising, there’s an option for a “hidden display” that shows only the watch face pattern without any data. The Lily Active is available in two color options: Lunar Gold with a Bone Silicone band and Silver with a Purple Jasmine Silicone band, both priced at $299. 99. It’s a great choice if you’re looking for a stylish smartwatch with strong fitness tracking features.