Brian Eastwood

Brian Eastwood is a freelance writer for Tom’s Guide, focusing primarily on running watches and other wearable tech. Brian has been a professional writer and editor since 2003. He has covered healthcare tech, enterprise tech, higher education, and corporate leadership for a range of trade publications. Brian is a lifelong Massachusetts native and currently lives outside of Boston. Outside of work, he enjoys running, hiking, cross-country skiing, and curling up with a good history book.

Articles by: Brian Eastwood

How to train for a half marathon

By Brian Eastwood published 26 January 22

How to train for a half marathon: The basics of running, planning, and preparing for your race.

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WalkingPad P1 Review

By Brian Eastwood published 17 January 22

A review of the WalkingPad P1 under desk, walking treadmill. Is this one of the best walking treadmills on the market?

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WalkingPad A1Pro review

By Brian Eastwood published 13 December 21

A review of the WalkingPad A1Pro walking, under-desk treadmill.

Garmin Enduro review

By Brian Eastwood published 8 July 21

The Garmin Enduro is smaller, more stylish and less expensive than the fenix 6 Pro Solar, but it’s still meant for a niche market

How to train for a marathon

By Brian Eastwood published 31 January 21

Know the basics of running, planning, and preparing for the ultimate road race.

Amazfit GTR 2 review

By Brian Eastwood published 15 December 20

The Amazfit GTR 2 has limited smartwatch features, but it’s a good activity tracker with battery life that’s hard to beat.

Garmin Forerunner 745 review

By Brian Eastwood published 9 November 20

The Garmin Forerunner 745 is a solid choice for a multi-sport watch that offers training insight, though other watches boast a better battery life.

TicWatch Pro 3 review

By Brian Eastwood published 6 October 20

The TicWatch Pro 3 works well as a stylish Android smartwatch, but anyone who’s more than a casual athlete will be disappointed with its activity tracking.

Coros Pace M1 Review: A No-Frills Triathlon Watch

By Brian Eastwood published 5 September 18

Coros' first triathlon watch is good for hyper-focused athletes, but it's a bit bare-bones compared to more-established brands.

Garmin Vivosport Review: A Good GPS Watch Alternative

By Brian Eastwood published 7 November 17

The Garmin Vivosport is a GPS-enabled activity tracker with features you typically find on higher-priced sports watches.

Garmin Forerunner 25: Good Basic Running Watch

By Brian Eastwood published 7 November 17

The Garmin Forerunner 25 is a solid no-frills running watch for new runners. It doesn't do a lot, but what it does, it does well.

Which Sony TV Is Right for You?

By Brian Eastwood published 17 September 17

If you need help buying a Sony TV but don’t know where to start, this buying guide will help answer your questions about the model lines and which sets are worth your money.

Which LG TV Is Right for You?

By Brian Eastwood published 27 August 17

If you're planning to buy an LG TV but don't know where to start, this buying guide will help answer your questions about picture quality, refresh rate, style and more.

Which Samsung TV Is Right For You?

By Brian Eastwood published 12 August 17

If you’re in the market for a Samsung TV but don’t know where to start, this buying guide will answer your questions about size, picture quality, refresh rate, style and more.

The 10,000-Step Myth: Here's How You Should Be Tracking Your Fitness

By Brian Eastwood published 24 June 17

The goal of taking a steps every day is taking a backseat to metrics that reveal more about a person’s activity levels, health and fitness.

Suunto Spartan Sport Wrist HR Review: Good But Not Great

By Brian Eastwood published 13 April 17

The Suunto Spartan Sport Wrist HR is a durable GPS watch that tracks a lot of activities, but its heart rate monitor could be more accurate.

New Balance RunIQ Smartwatch Review: Not a Good Running Partner

By Brian Eastwood published 24 March 17

New Balance’s Android Wear-powered RunIQ smartwatch trips over its limited features, poor interface and short battery life.

Suunto Spartan Ultra Review: A pricey go-anywhere GPS watch

By Brian Eastwood published 13 December 16

The Suunto Spartan Ultra is a durable watch for serious athletes, but a poor app and a lack of key activity-tracking features mean it's not worth the price.

Polar M600 Review: Better Smartwatch Than Running Watch

By Brian Eastwood published 21 September 16

The Android Wear-powered Polar M600 is good as a smartwatch, and has built-in GPS, but itꞌs not a great running partner.

How wearing a fitness tracker can lower your insurance

By Brian Eastwood published 28 July 16

Many health insurers and employers offer discounts to people who wear fitness trackers and achieve activity goals. Here's how you can save.

Garmin Forerunner 735XT Review: Triathlete Triple Threat

By Brian Eastwood published 1 July 16

Although it offers almost too much data, the Garmin Forerunner 735XT can track running, swimming and biking, as well as deliver phone notifications.

Garmin Vivofit 3 Review

By Brian Eastwood published 27 May 16

The Vivofit 3, the latest version of Garmin's low-end fitness tracker, stacks up well against the competition.

Epson Runsense SF-110 Review: Completely Nonsensical

By Brian Eastwood published 21 March 16

A good design and long battery life don't make up for the Epson Runsense SF-110's confusing interface and poor app.

How to Use Tech to Run Your First 5K

By Brian Eastwood published 26 February 16

Running your first 5K doesn't have to be a scary experience. Online software, free apps and social communities can take the stress out of training.

Garmin vivosmart HR Review

By Brian Eastwood published 4 January 16

Boasting a large display, accurate activity, sleep and heart rate tracking, and smartphone notifications, the Garmin vivosmart HR is the fitness tracker to beat.

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