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Fitbit tracking elliptical exercise

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‎08-22-2019 15:19 - last edited on ‎09-08-2020 13:33 by Fitbit Moderator

‎08-22-2019 15:19 - last edited on ‎09-08-2020 13:33 by Fitbit Moderator

My Fitbit 2 does not seem to track my exercise on an elliptical device (no moving arm bars).  Is this normal and is there a way to have it track this type of exercise?

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‎08-22-2019 15:52

‎08-22-2019 15:52

If the auto recognize feature does not work because you are not moving your arms then you can manually start and stop the tracking of the elliptical.  The instructions for that can be found here:

 

https://help.fitbit.com/articles/en_US/Help_article/1935#startstop

 

 

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Warren | Cincinnati, OH

Versa Lite, Ionic, Charge3, Inspire HR, Blaze(retired), Alta( retired),- Pixel 3

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‎08-22-2019 15:52

‎08-22-2019 15:52

If the auto recognize feature does not work because you are not moving your arms then you can manually start and stop the tracking of the elliptical.  The instructions for that can be found here:

 

https://help.fitbit.com/articles/en_US/Help_article/1935#startstop

 

 

While your Fitbit charges or you just want to catch your breath, join us on the Lifestyle Discussions





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Warren | Cincinnati, OH

Versa Lite, Ionic, Charge3, Inspire HR, Blaze(retired), Alta( retired),- Pixel 3

Take a look at the Fitbit help site for further assistance and information.

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