Precision and estimate in workouts

[Marissa121]

Hi,

I was wondering what it means when you add a workout where some have a precision and estimate button? Say one day I climb and I want to log it, would I put precise or try to estimate it? If i leave it on precise is it correct? Also when using a stationary bike, i add it in and the calories burned are different than what the bike i used said. I just want to be sure I'm logging it to be correct. Thanks!

[JohnnyRow]

When you manually log an exercise session after-the-fact like that, Fitbit just goes by whatever parameters you enter and ignores any data that was actually recorded.  This is appropriate for times when you were not wearing the tracker during workout.

The better way is to use the Exercise App to record it in real time, telling it when you start and stop and what type of workout you are doing.  There are about 20 different workout options available; Fitbit recommends using "Workout" if your exact choice is not available.  Only 5 or 6 can show on your wrist but the following link tells how to choose which of the 20 you want.

See How do I track my workouts with my Fitbit device? 

As for your precise question, I don't have phone app nearby to look at, but if I recall correctly, anything you actually know, enter as precise, otherwise it will estimate from other entries.  Or if you know one field precisely, it might not have to ask you another piece of data.