How does Apple Watch calculate the “move”

Hello there, newbie here of Apple Watch. I put on my watch every day and walk with it. It calculates that I walk 3500 steps and the total KJ I consume is 2350kj. I wonder if this is accurate? am I really consume almost 550 kcal a day?

Posted on Aug 14, 2020 6:20 AM

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First Magus

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Aug 14, 2020 7:00 AM in response to ShiyunnChin

See if this helps.

Calibrating your Apple Watch for improved Workout and Activity accuracy - Apple Support

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