Walking Desk/Treadmill - Apple Watch Not Counting Steps

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Walking Desk/Treadmill - Apple Watch Not Counting Steps

I have a walking desk/treadmill. My apple watch is not counting these steps at all - even with the "indoor walk" activity running. I am assuming this is beause I am not swinging my arms but rather typing/working with them instead.

Any ideas on how to remedy this (without swinging my arms)

Apple Watch Series 10

Posted on Jun 23, 2025 09:25 AM

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Answer 1

muguy

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Jun 23, 2025 09:56 AM in response to roseytoys

I know at least one person who puts the watch on their ankle instead; not sure that works. Otherwise, your watch has no way of knowing that you are walking.

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Carol B.

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Jun 23, 2025 10:35 AM in response to roseytoys

Besides the ankle, I sometimes place my watch in a side pocket or in a cross body purse if my arms will not be swinging - ie, pushing a shopping part or using my walker.

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