The air is getting cooler, the days are getting shorter and for thousands of Italian runners it is time to lace up their shoes and aim for the next goal: the Rome Half Marathon scheduled for October 19th.
One of the most anticipated races of the season, a prelude to other historic events such as the Venicemarathon, the Turin City Marathon and the Florence Marathon. But the real challenge, for those who run, begins long before the starting line.
Preparing for a half marathon is not just a matter of kilometres, but of balance between training, recovery, nutrition and listening to your body. And today, technology can make the difference. Huawei – sponsor of the Roman event – has developed a sort of “hi-tech decalogue” inspired by the functions of the new Huawei Watch GT6, its smartwatch designed to accompany runners in every phase of preparation.
Listen to your body and manage your recovery
“Recovery is part of training” is the first rule of the wrist coach. The TruSense system monitors sleep qualityheart rate and heart rate variability (HRV), providing valuable information on when to push and when to slow down. The goal is to avoid excesses that lead to injuries and learn to read the body’s signals, an approach that every athlete, amateur or professional, should adopt.
Train intelligently
During training, the GT6 uses advanced algorithms and sensors. The slope-adapted wheelbase helps manage energy on climbs, while the gradient sensor measures the inclination of the terrain in real time. The new Sunflower Positioning Systemwhich combines six satellite systems, guarantees GPS precision 20% higher than the previous generation: essential for following the rhythm even through the narrow streets of central Rome or along the tree-lined stretches of the park. And thanks to a battery that lasts up to 21 days, the GT6 eliminates charging anxiety, allowing you to focus only on running.
Mental well-being matters as much as physical well-being
Preparation for a half marathon isn’t just about muscles. The guided breathing exercises integrated into the smartwatch they help manage stress and find calm in moments of tension, while the continuous monitoring of heart rate and blood oxygenation allows you to train safely. The GT6 also includes a fall detection function with automatic SOS call, a useful support especially for those who train alone.
Run safely and have fun
Technology does not replace discipline, but amplifies it. The idea is to turn every workout into a story of personal progress. The monitoring functions of the GT6 – compatible with both Android and iOS – collect data and translate it into concrete goals through the three Activity Rings of the Huawei Health app, designed to motivate day after day.
And it is precisely through the app that Huawei launched the challenge “Rome Half Marathon with Mo Farah”, dedicated to the British athletics legend who will be a special guest at the Marathon Village.
From the alarm clock to the finish line
Preparing for a half marathon is a journey that begins when you wake up and ends long after you cross the finish line. The smartwatch accompanies every moment: Analyzes your sleep, suggests when to train, guides you during your runs, measures your progress and helps you recover. It is, in fact, a wrist-based digital coach that combines rigor and motivation.
The Rome half marathon
Huawei will also be a protagonist at the Expo Rome Half Marathon 2025 with its own interactive stand. Visitors will be able to test themselves in a gaming area. On Saturday afternoon, October 18, the Huawei stand will host an exclusive warm-up with the legendary champion Mo Farah.