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What is the more accurate workout mode on the apple watch for bootcamp style class?

What is the more accurate workout mode on the apple watch for bootcamp style class? Would HIIT work in this case or mixed cardio?

Apple Watch Series 3, watchOS 7

Posted on Apr 3, 2021 7:56 PM

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Posted on Apr 4, 2021 12:08 AM

Mixed cardio is a general, mixed bag cardio workout, using multiple machines. HIIT is a specific high intensity workout.


A bit more on HIIT:

High intensity interval training (HIIT)

Choose HIIT for cycles of intense exercise, followed by shorter periods of rest or recovery. For example, you might jump rope for 45 seconds, rest for 30 seconds, then repeat. 

Some of the irregular movements in HIIT workouts might prevent a heart rate measurement. If heart rate isn't available, calories are still tracked using the built-in accelerometer. If you're not able to get a consistent heart rate during HIIT workouts, you can connect your Apple Watch to a Bluetooth chest strap.

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Apr 4, 2021 12:08 AM in response to dameeca

Mixed cardio is a general, mixed bag cardio workout, using multiple machines. HIIT is a specific high intensity workout.


A bit more on HIIT:

High intensity interval training (HIIT)

Choose HIIT for cycles of intense exercise, followed by shorter periods of rest or recovery. For example, you might jump rope for 45 seconds, rest for 30 seconds, then repeat. 

Some of the irregular movements in HIIT workouts might prevent a heart rate measurement. If heart rate isn't available, calories are still tracked using the built-in accelerometer. If you're not able to get a consistent heart rate during HIIT workouts, you can connect your Apple Watch to a Bluetooth chest strap.

What is the more accurate workout mode on the apple watch for bootcamp style class?

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