apple watch heart rate not accurate

My heart rate is not accurate on the spinning bike. And, If I run on the treadmill, it won't take heart rate at all. Now Ive discovered that if I shake my arm (the one with the watch on it) the heart rate will return to normal for a minute or two. Then come down. I shake it again and the heart rate goes back to accurate. What is up? This is a series 7 watch.

Posted on Dec 31, 2023 9:38 AM

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WheelieNick

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Dec 31, 2023 10:54 AM in response to sadiesmom1993

Try and restart the watch to see if the issues persist

Dec 31, 2023 11:07 AM in response to WheelieNick

I'll try that. I just read that I can pair a chest strap with the apple watch. I'm going to do that too to check accuracy. Thanks.

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