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At the outset of my running career, all I had was a basic Casio wristwatch. Over time, I upgraded to more sophisticated sports watches that tracked various metrics—pace, heart rate, distance, and more. With the rise of social media, sharing these stats became almost mandatory, leading to an obsession with performance metrics. From my experience, I can confidently say that you do not need an expensive watch to start running; sometimes, all you need is a simple watch to keep track of time.
I often do my long runs with that same old Casio. It's refreshing to run without the pressure of tracking every little detail. This minimalist approach allows for a more enjoyable experience and highlights that running for enjoyment should take precedence over metrics.