Apple watch workout metrics

How can I add metrics to my apple watch xc skiing activity? For example: distance and elevation metrics. I have to use the walking or hiking activity.

Apple Watch SE, watchOS 8

Posted on Feb 23, 2023 04:00 PM

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marybeth0707 Author

Level 1

4 points

Feb 25, 2023 12:12 PM in response to marybeth0707

I was aware of the fact that GPS was not included in the workout for XC Skiing and Downhill Skiing. My point is that needs to be added to outdoor sports or do not include them in the list of workouts available. I am asking for a system date to add GPS functionality to skiing. Seems silly to have to use walking or hiking to get these metrics.

Randy-12

Level 7

20,151 points

Feb 24, 2023 05:46 AM in response to marybeth0707

While using the cross country workout the watch does not use the GPS to calculate distance or speed.

Outdoor walking, running or hiking will use it.

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