Garmin's smartwatches may soon incorporate support for one of the most popular and quirky trends in fitness, coinciding with the launch of the Instinct 3.

It is rumored that Garmin may soon incorporate support for rucking workouts. This new exercise approach, which involves walking with a heavy backpack, is gaining a lot of attention in the fitness world. According to leaked information, it seems that some of Garmin's standout devices could include a specific sport profile for rucking, allowing users to log their dedicated training sessions.

Users would have the option to manually add the weight of their backpack, and from there, the device would monitor distance, pace, and the impact of the exercise on fitness metrics such as VO2 Max. According to the leak, this functionality would make Garmin the first smartwatch manufacturer to offer specialized rucking tracking. It is suggested that the new profile could be available by the end of this year, possibly alongside the release of a new Instinct 3 model.

For those unfamiliar with the term, rucking should not be confused with the game of rugby. It is a technique primarily used by the military as part of their training and involves walking with a heavy backpack. This activity offers less impact on the knees and ankles compared to running, but the additional weight allows for nearly equally effective fat burning. This makes it an ideal option for those who may have difficulties with the impacts that running generates on the joints.

Garmin's possible adoption of this activity could indicate a trend towards the widespread popularity of rucking, positioning it as part of everyday exercise for many people.