Garmin adds new Strength Coach to more smartwatches in beta update

Garmin has launched public beta version 12.10 for the Venu 3 and vivoactive 5 wearables. This latest update arrives just nine days after its predecessor, version 12.08. The change log for the new software lists three amendments for these smartwatches.

The beta version 12.10 release notes state that there are optimizations for the pool swim activity. However, these were seen in the last two updates, versions 12.06 and 12.08. A new addition with this software is support for the recently launched Garmin Strength Coach. The feature was released earlier this year alongside the Cycling Coach; at the same time, the original Garmin Coach was renamed Running Coach. This tool can be used to generate personalized training programs to match your goals and exercise equipment.

The final change is the upgrade of GCM Translations to version 2.23. You can download Beta version 12.10 by going to the Main menu > Settings > System > Software Update. It is unclear when a public version of this update will roll out to all users. If you own a vivoactive 5 (curr. $199.99 at Amazon) or Venu 3 smartwatch, you can join the beta program via Garmin Connect.