# Setting Up Your Garmin Watch for Zwift

> If your Garmin watch supports Virtual Run, you can use it with Zwift on compatible treadmills. Before you begin, confirm your watch is supported and updated...

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Last updated: 2026-07-09T22:31:33.145Z

# Setting Up Your Garmin Watch for Zwift

If your Garmin® watch supports Virtual Run, you can use it with Zwift on compatible treadmills. Before you begin, confirm your watch is supported and updated to the latest software.

To install the latest Garmin software, sync your watch with the Garmin Connect app or Garmin Express.

## Setting Up Virtual Run

1.  Press the **Start** button (top right).
2.  Press the **Down** button (bottom left) until you see the green + icon, then press **Start**.
3.  Select **Virtual Run** then press **Start**.
4.  Press **Start** to add Virtual Run as a favorite.
    
    Pro Tip: Adding Virtual Run as a favorite makes it easier to find for future runs.
    
5.  Press **Start**.

## Start a Run in Zwift

1.  Select **Virtual Run** and press **Start**.
2.  Press the **Down** button until you see **OK**.
3.  Connect your Garmin watch to Zwift. See [Connecting Your Devices for Running](https://support.zwift.com/en_us/connecting-your-devices-for-running-ry2NdSw9B).

For additional information about your Garmin watch, visit the [Garmin support site](http://www.support.garmin.com/).

## Related Articles

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*   [Running in Zwift](https://support.zwift.com/en_us/running-in-zwift-rJJUjsj2t)
    

See you on the road.

\-The Team at Zwift