Watch Not tracking outdoor bike riding as exercise

How do I get my watch to track outdoor biking as exercise?

Apple Watch, watchOS 4

Posted on Nov 18, 2020 8:36 AM

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Posted on Nov 26, 2020 11:20 AM

Hi deborah2918,


Thanks for using Apple Support Communities! We see you have a question about using your Apple Watch while riding your bike outside, and we'd like to help.


The Workout app's Cycling workout does include Outdoor Cycling, are you choosing that before starting your ride?

Workout types on Apple Watch

Use the Workout app on your Apple Watch


It's important to keep your personal information up to date, here's how: Get the most accurate measurements using your Apple Watch

That article also gives you info on how the Move and Exercise goals work.


Take care!

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Nov 26, 2020 11:20 AM in response to deborah2918

Hi deborah2918,


Thanks for using Apple Support Communities! We see you have a question about using your Apple Watch while riding your bike outside, and we'd like to help.


The Workout app's Cycling workout does include Outdoor Cycling, are you choosing that before starting your ride?

Workout types on Apple Watch

Use the Workout app on your Apple Watch


It's important to keep your personal information up to date, here's how: Get the most accurate measurements using your Apple Watch

That article also gives you info on how the Move and Exercise goals work.


Take care!

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