what is Garmin MCP Server?
Garmin MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that connects to Garmin Connect, allowing users to access their fitness and health data through MCP-compatible clients like Claude.
how to use Garmin MCP Server?
To use the Garmin MCP Server, set up the server by installing required packages, creating a configuration file with your Garmin credentials, and running the server with either Claude Desktop or MCP Inspector.
key features of Garmin MCP Server?
- List recent activities
- Get detailed activity information
- Access health metrics such as steps, heart rate, and sleep
- View body composition data
use cases of Garmin MCP Server?
- Retrieve and display recent fitness activities.
- Monitor health metrics over time.
- Integrate fitness data with other applications using MCP.
FAQ from Garmin MCP Server?
- Is my data secure with Garmin MCP Server?
Yes, but ensure your
.env
file with credentials is kept secure and not shared.
- What if I encounter login issues?
Verify your credentials in the
.env
file and check for any additional verification required by Garmin Connect.
- Can I use this server with other applications?
Yes, as long as they are MCP-compatible.
Garmin MCP Server
This Model Context Protocol (MCP) server connects to Garmin Connect and exposes your fitness and health data to Claude and other MCP-compatible clients.
Features
- List recent activities
- Get detailed activity information
- Access health metrics (steps, heart rate, sleep)
- View body composition data
Setup
- Install the required packages on a new environment:
virtualenv .venv
source .venv/bin/activate
python -m pip install -r requirements.txt
- Create a
.env
file in the project root with your Garmin credentials:
GARMIN_EMAIL=your.email@example.com
GARMIN_PASSWORD=your-password
Running the Server
With Claude Desktop
- Create a configuration in Claude Desktop:
Edit your Claude Desktop configuration file:
- macOS:
~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
- Windows:
%APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json
Add this server configuration:
{
"mcpServers": {
"garmin": {
"command": "python", // if you created a new environment this should be "<root_folder>/.venv/bin/python"
"args": ["<path to>/garmin_mcp/garmin_mcp_server.py"]
}
}
}
Replace the path with the absolute path to your server file.
- Restart Claude Desktop
With MCP Inspector
For testing, you can use the MCP Inspector:
npx @modelcontextprotocol/inspector python /Users/adomingues/Documents/claude_filesystem/garmin_mcp/garmin_mcp_server.py
Usage Examples
Once connected in Claude, you can ask questions like:
- "Show me my recent activities"
- "What was my sleep like last night?"
- "How many steps did I take yesterday?"
- "Show me the details of my latest run"
Security Note
This server requires your Garmin Connect credentials in the .env
file. Keep this file secure and never commit it to a repository.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter login issues:
- Verify your credentials in the
.env
file are correct - Check if Garmin Connect requires additional verification
- Ensure the garminconnect package is up to date
For other issues, check the Claude Desktop logs at:
- macOS:
~/Library/Logs/Claude/mcp-server-garmin.log
- Windows:
%APPDATA%\Claude\logs\mcp-server-garmin.log