Is AquaPlan really free to use?

Yes. The free plan includes the full workout library, PDF export, 3 builder generations per week, the latest 30 days of training history, up to 5 saved custom plans, and 3 lifetime FIT trial exports. Upgrade when you need unlimited building, saving, history, or FIT exports.

Can I export swim workouts to Garmin?

Yes. Free includes 3 lifetime Garmin-compatible FIT trial exports; Premium makes FIT export unlimited. Transfer the file over USB to a compatible watch or use connected-account upload when available. Supported fields vary by watch and software.

Does AquaPlan sync with Strava?

Yes. AquaPlan syncs with Strava so your completed swim activities appear in your dashboard for review. Connect your account in settings and your swim data flows automatically.

What makes AquaPlan different from generic swim apps?

AquaPlan is built around real swim-set structure: warmup, drills, main set, cooldown, training zones, repeat groups, and pool-ready export. Most fitness apps treat swimming like running with different labels.

Can I use AquaPlan for training plans and not just single workouts?

Yes. You can save plans, reuse proven set blocks, browse workout categories by goal, and build a more repeatable swim training system over time.

Do I need a subscription to track my swims?

No. Swim session tracking, Strava sync, PDF export, and the latest 30 days of activity history are included in Free. Premium adds unlimited building, saved plans, FIT export, and full history.

Can I print my swim workout?

Yes. PDF export is available in the free workflow and is designed for poolside use. The structure stays readable on paper with phases, distances, and rest clearly laid out.

Can I create a 30-minute swim workout?

Yes. Use the workout builder to create sessions of any duration. Set your target distance or time, choose training zones, and AquaPlan structures warmup, drills, main set, and cooldown to fit. You can also browse pre-built 30-minute workouts in the library.

Is AquaPlan good for triathlon swim training?

Yes. AquaPlan includes triathlon-specific swim workouts focused on open water preparation, endurance building, and race-pace sets. The builder supports custom distances and training zones used in triathlon periodization.

How does AquaPlan compare to MySwimPro?

AquaPlan focuses on structured workout building, PDF export, 3 lifetime FIT trial exports on Free, and unlimited FIT export on Premium. MySwimPro offers app-led coaching and video tutorials. Choose based on whether you want to build sessions or follow guided coaching.

What Garmin watches are compatible?

AquaPlan creates Garmin-compatible FIT workouts for watches with structured pool-swim workout support. Compatibility and supported fields vary by model and software, so verify the workout on your exact watch before swimming.

Is there a mobile app?

Yes. AquaPlan is available as a web app and as a mobile app for iOS and Android. Your workouts, plans, and data sync across all devices.

How to Export Swim Workouts to Garmin Watch

Create Garmin-compatible FIT workouts for manual USB transfer or connected-account upload when available. Includes device checks and Free versus Premium limits.

Stop building swim workouts manually on Garmin Connect. Learn how to create structured pool workouts and create Garmin-compatible FIT files with supported workout steps, distances, and rest behavior.

The problem with building swim workouts on Garmin Connect

If you've ever tried to create a swim workout directly on Garmin Connect, you know the frustration. The workout builder wasn't designed for swimming — it's clunky, limited, and time-consuming.

The solution? Use a dedicated swim workout generator that creates the workout in a visual builder, then exports it as a Garmin-compatible FIT file. That's exactly what AquaPlan does.

What is a Garmin FIT workout file?

FIT (Flexible and Interoperable Data Transfer) is Garmin's native file format for workouts and activities. When you export a swim workout as a .FIT file, it contains:

When you load this file onto your Garmin watch, the workout appears in your pool swim activity as a structured workout on compatible models. Supported steps and prompts vary. Current AquaPlan downloads do not promise pace or training-zone targets on the watch.

How to export swim workouts to Garmin with AquaPlan

Compatible Garmin watches for pool swim workouts

Structured pool swim workouts are supported on most Garmin watches with swim functionality. Here are the confirmed compatible models:

If your Garmin model supports "Pool Swim Workouts" in the Training menu, it's compatible with FIT workout files from AquaPlan.

AquaPlan vs. building workouts on Garmin Connect

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Written and maintained by AquaPlan Team, Swim Training & Product.

The AquaPlan team builds swim-training software for structured pool workouts, Garmin-compatible FIT export, printable workout PDFs, and progress tracking.

Focus areas: Structured swim workout design, Garmin-compatible FIT file export, Pool training plans and workout-library systems, Swim training tools for web, iOS, and Android.

Editorial standard: AquaPlan is built by lifelong swimmers — 20+ years in the water, competitive racing, and countless hours on deck. Our training guides come from that experience, not a content mill.

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