Train smarter, not harder.
I’ve always believed that, but it wasn’t until I got my hands on the Garmin Forerunner 965 GPS Smartwatch that I really understood how to put it into practice.
Built for serious athletes, novice fitness enthusiasts, and everyone in between, Garmin smartwatches track everything from sleep quality and recovery to training load and HRV status, turning your daily data into actionable insights and long-term trends. I know because I’ve tested one out myself and was blown away by the data and simple user interface.
And for a limited time, many popular Garmin models are on sale during Amazon Prime Day 2026, with some discounts reaching a whopping 50%.
The rugged Foreunner comes with built-in sport profiles for running, cycling, swimming and more activities — plus triathlon, duathlon, brick and swimrun modes that let you switch disciplines with a single button press. And right now, this model is $100 off with Prime Day deals.
How We Find the Real Deals
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- The Background Check: We use hardcore tracking tools like CamelCamelCamel, Keepa and Amazon’s own Alexa to audit price history, ensuring mega sales aren’t just regular prices in disguise.
- The Retail Rivalry: We diligently cross-reference competitors like Walmart and Target to guarantee you actually see the lowest price on the web.
- And We’re Live: We track real-time trends and update our live coverage 24/7, keeping pace with shopper needs and retailer fluctuations.
Here’s the catch: Prime Day runs from June 23 to 26 this year, leaving only a few days to grab savings on some of the most advanced (and toughest) wearables on the market.
Below, you’ll find our take on the Forerunner and more standout Garmin Prime Day deals worth checking out right now.
Garmin Forerunner 965 GPS Smartwatch
If you’re serious about your daily wellness and training, the Garmin Forerunner 965 is one of the best wearables you can invest in.
It tracks everything from heart rate and VO2 max to sleep, recovery and training load, then rolls it all into Garmin’s intuitive Body Battery score — which provides a simple snapshot of how much energy you have left in the tank.
The AMOLED display is sleek, battery life stretches up to 23 days, and GPS accuracy is excellent. It’s not trying to be the trendiest smartwatch on the market, but for athletes and outdoor adventurers, it nails the essentials. And, it’s it’s sturdy, sharp and rugged enough for real life, including outdoor adventures.
What surprised me most was how much I came to rely on my morning Body Battery and Training Readiness scores. Together with HRV data, they gave me a clear picture of my overall readiness to perform.
Over time, I found myself making smarter decisions about when to push, when to recover, and how to get the most out of my energy each day.
Your Amazon Prime Day FAQs, answered
What is Amazon Prime Day and when is it?
Prime Day is Amazon’s biggest sale of the year, offering deep discounts on bestsellers and everyday essentials. This year’s event runs from Tuesday, June 23 at 3 a.m. ET through Saturday, June 27 at 3 a.m. ET.
How long is Prime Day?
This year, shoppers can take advantage of four days of Prime Day deals: Tuesday, June 23 at 3 a.m. ET through Saturday, June 27 at 3 a.m. ET.
What’s new about Prime Day in 2026?
In addition to pushing up the sale to June, Amazon is including several new programs and promotions, including:
- Today’s Big Deals program: New daily discounts up to 50% off or more
- New deals dropping as often as every five minutes during the sale
- Prime members gain access to exclusive travel deals
- Prime members who spend $15 or more on a qualifying online grocery order have a chance to win free groceries for a year
- Prime members who set up a deal alert with Alexa have a chance to win a $1,000 Amazon gift card
- Through June 26, Prime members can get a large pepperoni or cheese pizza from Little Caesars for $5
- Through June 26, Prime members who purchase a new car through Amazon Autos get a $1,500 Amazon gift card
Do you have to be an Amazon Prime member to shop?
Prime Day and all its amazing discounts are exclusively available to Prime members. However interested shoppers can grab a 30-day free trial to try Prime, and its many benefits with no strings attached, and gain access to exclusive deals and the convenience of fast, free shipping.
What are the best deals?
From reporting on Amazon sales for years, we can tell you for certain that Prime Day is the ideal time to stock up on beauty and skincare staples, score big-ticket tech for less, bestselling vacuums, and comb through the massive catalog of Amazon best-sellers. Plus, since this year’s sale runs before the Fourth of July Americana-themed deals and summer hosting essentials.
Is it worth it?
We certainly think so! Prime Day is a great chance to score deals on thousands of best-sellers, top tech and appliances and every day essentials. Our team diligently sorts through all the offers to find you only the very best items to grab on sale.
When is the next Prime Day?
Already wondering when Amazon’s next Prime Day is? We expect Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days sale event to return in fall 2026. Follow Post Wanted’s around-the-clock coverage, and you’ll be the first to know about headline-worthy sales. Click here to find all of the best deals.
This article was written by Miska Salemann, New York Post Commerce Writer/Reporter. As a health-forward member of Gen Z, Miska seeks out experts to weigh in on the benefits, safety and designs of both trending and tried-and-true fitness equipment, workout clothing, dietary supplements and more. Taking matters into her own hands, Miska intrepidly tests wellness products, ranging from Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint Longevity Mix to the viral Oura Ring to Jennifer Aniston’s favorite workout platform – often with her adorable toddler by her side. Before joining The Post, Miska covered lifestyle and consumer topics for the U.S. Sun and The Cannon Beach Gazette.