How to switch Workout from Auto to manual

Since I started the Workout app on my Apple Watch 10, the App is constantly active on the screen. I would rather activate it when I need it by being able to Start and Stop it on demand.

Thanks for your help.

Apple Watch Series 10, watchOS 11

Posted on Oct 27, 2024 1:10 PM

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Posted on Oct 27, 2024 1:23 PM

Oh, I get what you're saying! It sounds like the Auto-Workout Detection feature on your Apple Watch is kicking in and starting workouts automatically. You can switch this off and go fully manual so the app only starts when you tell it to. Here’s how to do that:


1. Turn Off Auto-Workout Detection:


  • On your iPhone, open the Watch app.
  • Scroll down and tap on Workout.
  • Toggle off the settings that say Start Workout Reminder and End Workout Reminder. These are the ones that make the Watch automatically detect and suggest starting a workout.


2. Manually Start/Stop Workouts:

  • After turning off auto-detection, you’ll need to manually start your workouts. You can do this by:
    • Opening the Workout app on your Apple Watch.
    • Select your workout and tap Start.


To stop the workout, swipe right on the Workout screen and tap End when you’re done.


That way, the app won’t pop up or start workouts unless you do it yourself.


Let me know if that works for you!

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Oct 27, 2024 1:23 PM in response to ajberthet

Oh, I get what you're saying! It sounds like the Auto-Workout Detection feature on your Apple Watch is kicking in and starting workouts automatically. You can switch this off and go fully manual so the app only starts when you tell it to. Here’s how to do that:


1. Turn Off Auto-Workout Detection:


  • On your iPhone, open the Watch app.
  • Scroll down and tap on Workout.
  • Toggle off the settings that say Start Workout Reminder and End Workout Reminder. These are the ones that make the Watch automatically detect and suggest starting a workout.


2. Manually Start/Stop Workouts:

  • After turning off auto-detection, you’ll need to manually start your workouts. You can do this by:
    • Opening the Workout app on your Apple Watch.
    • Select your workout and tap Start.


To stop the workout, swipe right on the Workout screen and tap End when you’re done.


That way, the app won’t pop up or start workouts unless you do it yourself.


Let me know if that works for you!

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