Apple Watch is a fantastic tool for tracking your fitness goals, but what if you want to bypass the move goals you’ve set for yourself? Maybe you’re taking a rest day or you’re not feeling well. Whatever the reason, it’s simple to adjust your goals so you can take a break without feeling guilty.
Step by Step Tutorial: Bypassing Move Goals on Apple Watch
Before we get into the steps, it’s important to know that by following these steps, you’ll be able to adjust your move goals to a more achievable target for the day or bypass them completely if needed.
Step 1: Open the Activity app on your Apple Watch
Open the Activity app by pressing the Digital Crown and tapping on the Activity rings.
The Activity app is where you can see all your daily activity, including your move goal, which is represented by the red ring.
Step 2: Firmly press on the display
Use force touch (press firmly) on the Activity ring screen.
This will bring up additional options within the Activity app.
Step 3: Tap on ‘Change Move Goal’
After pressing on the display, you’ll see the option to ‘Change Move Goal’. Tap on it.
This will allow you to adjust your move goal up or down, depending on your needs for the day.
Step 4: Adjust your goal using the ‘-’ or ‘+’ button
Use the ‘-’ button to decrease the goal, or the ‘+’ button to increase it.
You can adjust your move goal to as low as 10 calories, effectively allowing you to bypass the goal for the day.
Step 5: Tap ‘Update’
Once you’ve adjusted your goal to the desired amount, tap ‘Update’.
Your move goal for the day will now be updated, and you can take a rest without worrying about filling the red ring.
After you’ve completed these steps, your move goal will be adjusted for the day. If you reduced your goal significantly, you might notice that your red move ring is already filled, giving you peace of mind to take it easy for the rest of the day.
Tips: Bypassing Move Goals on Apple Watch
- Remember that it’s okay to take a break from your move goals occasionally. Listen to your body and know that your Apple Watch is a tool to assist you, not to control you.
- You can change your move goal back to its original number or to a new goal at any time by repeating the steps.
- Consider adjusting your move goal instead of bypassing it entirely if you want to stay somewhat active but need a lighter day.
- Your move goal changes are only for the day you make them. Your goal will reset to its previous amount the next day.
- Share your adjusted move goal with friends or family who also have an Apple Watch so they understand you’re taking a break for the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bypass my move goal without changing the number of calories?
No, to bypass the move goal, you need to adjust the number of calories to a lower number that you can easily achieve or one that you have already achieved for the day.
Will changing my move goal affect my achievements or awards?
Temporarily changing your move goal will not affect your long-term achievements or awards. However, if you lower your goal significantly and do not reach what your typical goal is, this may affect earning certain daily awards.
Can I set my move goal to zero?
The lowest move goal you can set is 10 calories, which is effectively the same as setting it to zero for the day.
Will my move goal automatically revert to my previous goal the next day?
Yes, your move goal will reset to the previous amount the next day.
Can I change my move goal from the iPhone Activity app?
No, move goal adjustments need to be made directly on the Apple Watch.
Summary
- Open the Activity app.
- Press firmly on the display.
- Tap ‘Change Move Goal’.
- Adjust your goal using the ‘-’ or ‘+’ button.
- Tap ‘Update’.
Conclusion
Bypassing move goals on your Apple Watch doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Whether you’re feeling under the weather or simply need a break, adjusting your goals is a breeze with the built-in Activity app. The critical thing to remember is that your fitness journey is uniquely yours, and while goals are great for motivation, they should never be a source of stress. Listen to your body, use the tools at your disposal, and customize your move goals to fit your needs. After all, the Apple Watch is there to enhance your life, not dictate it. Keep moving at your pace and tweak those move goals whenever necessary!