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Add real-time exercise tracking on the Fitbit app

Status: Existing Feature Submitted by on ‎11-07-2023 04:58
3 Comments (3 New)
It would be nice to have the ability to start an activity manually from app as you can with the watch. Ideally one that starts a timer that I could start & stop either on app or watch.

Moderator edit: updated subject for clarity
This is needed because:
My touchscreen isn't working on my fitbit, and when adding an activity from the app, it has to be done after the fact. I am participating in a game where we have to manually start/log our exercises, which I am unable to do through fitbit. This would be a great alternative for people who have devices whose touchscreen functionality doesn't work.
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3 Comments
Status changed to: Needs More Info
LizzyFitbit
Premium User
Fitbit Moderator
Fitbit Moderator
‎11-12-2023 11:21
‎11-12-2023 11:21

Hi @NieceyBoo. Thank you for sharing your Product Feedback with the Fitbit Community. Let us explain that you can use MobileRun to track walk, run or hike directly on the Fitbit app and with GPS data. To learn more about this, see this help article under "How do I use the Fitbit app to capture GPS data?"

If you'd like to see a different activity option or If you're referring to something different, please reply with more detail or specifics as this will help us to understand this idea better. We look forward to your response.

NieceyBoo
Jogger
‎12-04-2023 12:12
‎12-04-2023 12:12

Thanks 

Status changed to: Existing Feature
LizzyFitbit
Premium User
Fitbit Moderator
Fitbit Moderator
‎12-24-2023 14:52
‎12-24-2023 14:52

Hi @NieceyBoo. Thanks for taking the time to confirm the information provided above was of help. I'm happy the feature you were looking for already exists on the Fitbit app, and for any other concern you can always visit our Help Site. We hope you enjoy this feature and happy holidays!

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