Samsung smart watch detects unnecessary movements as exercise

When Workout detection is turned on, your Samsung smart watch will automatically detect and record activities you perform like walking, running, and cycling. However, if you're performing other actions or movements, like driving, the watch may think you're performing a workout. You can easily turn off this feature to avoid unnecessary movement being detected as a workout.

Use automatic workout detection on your Samsung smart watch

Turn automatic workout detection on or off Note: You must work out for 10 minutes in order for the automatic workout detection feature to detect the related workout activities you perform. You will need to enable automatic workout detection on your watch so it can start recording your data. On your watch, navigate to and tap Samsung Health. Swipe t

Manage notifications and alerts in Samsung Health

Adjust your phone notifications Stay on top of everything by customizing which Samsung Health activities or features can send you notifications. Navigate to and open the Samsung Health app, and then tap More options (the three vertical dots). Tap Settings, and then tap Notifications. Tap Notification categories. A list of different Samsung Health n

Work out with your Galaxy Watch4 or Watch5

Start a workout on your Galaxy Watch4 or Watch5 Your watch can automatically detect when you begin certain exercises, such as Running or Swimming, as long as you have the right settings enabled. However, you can also manually start a workout too if you'd like to make sure the watch is recording everything. Just follow these steps: Swipe up to acces

Google Fit trackers on the Galaxy Watch4 and Watch5 series

Heart Points Sometimes, working out is more enjoyable when you’re rewarded for your effort. With Google Fit, you can earn Heart Points every time you finish an exercise routine that raises your heart rate. This includes workouts like walking, running, and biking. You can find your Heart Points in the Activity tracker. From the Home screen, swipe up

Samsung Health sleep monitoring on the Galaxy Watch4 and Watch5

Use the Sleep tile Your Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch5 will detect and calculate your sleep patterns during the night! To use this feature, you’ll need to enable a few things in the Samsung Health app first. Then, wear your watch when it’s time to turn in for the night. Navigate to and open the Samsung Health app on your watch. Swipe to and tap S

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