steve1951

Q: Watch workout run ends prematurely

Twice recently while on a run the workout on my watch stopped prematurely. Both times on the same route and close to the same distance. At the actual end of my run I move to tell the watch that workout has ended and it's already ended. I did not touch the watch the entire run. I was wearing a long sleeve shirt that touched/covered the watch but I can't believe that managed to end the workout. Coincidentally, both times I selected the quick start run.

Watch Stainless Steel 42MM (1st gen), watchOS 3

Posted on Sep 22, 2016 2:16 PM

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  • by Jonathan UK,

    Jonathan UK Jonathan UK Sep 22, 2016 4:12 PM in response to steve1951
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    Sep 22, 2016 4:12 PM in response to steve1951

    Hi

     

    Check that Wrist Detection is turned on (on your iPhone, in the Watch app, go to: My Watch (tab) > General > Wrist Detection.

     

    Tracking can be affected if your watch loses contact with your skin, causing it to believe that it has been removed from your wrist. A loose fitting band can trigger this by allowing your watch to lift from your wrist and/or by allowing clothing (for example, the end of a sleeve) to slip beneath the back of the watch. Sensor performance can also be affected by temporary or permanent changes to your skin, such as some wrist tattoos.

     

    During exercise, Apple Watch should be worn snugly on the top of your wrist. Apple suggests that you consider tightening your band before workouts and loosening it again afterwards. Better contact with your wrist may also improve heart rate sensor performance during your workout.

     

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    Workouts may also be paused or ended early due to accidental interactions with your watch's screen (including by clothing). To help prevent this, you can lock the screen during workouts (see the Workout app article for instructions).

     

    More information:

    Use the Workout app on your Apple Watch - Apple Support

    Your heart rate. What it means, and where on Apple Watch you’ll find it. - Apple Support