Fitbit does not count active minutes for less than 10 minutes

[Gabe222]

Let's say I have 55 active minutes total and my goal is 60. I take a walk around the block to get 5 more minutes, but it will not count it unless it is 10 minutes or more, and I don't see a way I can change this. Very annoying!

[JohnnyRow]

You are correct about the ten minute limitation.

See Active Minutes 

This limit was based on a since-changed CDC exercise recommendation of xx (I forget #, maybe 30) minutes of exercise most days of week, but adding it did not have to be all at once, but could be in as small as ten minutes at a time.

That CDC recommendation has since been changed, and Fitbit is also making changes, using AZM (active zone minutes) on the newest Charge 4.  This new measure I think eventually is to filter down to at least some other models.

None of this helps your situation but thought you might like some background on it.

Actually I often find it an encouragement.  Say I have been walking around inside my house for several minutes; when I might have stopped, I am likely to realize if I just go a few more minutes I can get some "active minutes", causing me to keep it up a bit longer.

[RayRay17701]

If I walk and have my heart rate up for 4 minutes i want to see a four- not the big fat Zero

[AlvaroFitbit]

@Gabe222 I hope you're doing well!

I see where are you coming from. If you wish you can share your suggestions in our Feature suggestions board. Search for the idea first to see if one already exists so you can add your vote. The more votes an idea gets the more likely the developers will try to implement it.