My watch is showing about 3x more distance than I actually swam but time etc is correct - why?

Why is my I watch showing the correct time etc. but about three times the distance so they actually swam in the open water

Apple Watch Series 2, watchOS 3

Posted on Aug 20, 2020 6:29 PM

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Aug 20, 2020 7:09 PM in response to MikaBds

First, make sure you followed the steps in the "Update your height and weight" section of:

Adjust the workout settings on Apple Watch - Apple Support

or "Improve your Workout and Activity accuracy" section of:

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

Also, see the "Get better results" section in:

Swim with your Apple Watch - Apple Support


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My watch is showing about 3x more distance than I actually swam but time etc is correct - why?

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