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Heart rate Apple Watch 5 series

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so I have noticed my watch in the last week or two started to spike I had a reading that said 171 for like a min or so then back to 83 I was sitting down then again this morning just walking up my hall casually 181 for a few seconds then back down kind of freakin me out as I have anxiety anyone else have these problems with the watch

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Posted on May 4, 2021 7:14 AM

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Posted on May 4, 2021 10:10 AM

To get the most accurate heart rate measurement when you use Workout, make sure your Apple Watch fits snugly on top of your wrist. The heart rate sensor should stay close to your skin. Learn about the accuracy and limitations of the heart rate sensor.

See:

Get the most accurate measurements using your Apple Watch - Apple Support



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May 4, 2021 10:10 AM in response to frustrated1235

To get the most accurate heart rate measurement when you use Workout, make sure your Apple Watch fits snugly on top of your wrist. The heart rate sensor should stay close to your skin. Learn about the accuracy and limitations of the heart rate sensor.

See:

Get the most accurate measurements using your Apple Watch - Apple Support



Heart rate Apple Watch 5 series

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