Apple Watch problem with heart rate monitor

Is it a common problem that the heart rate monitor stops working continuously after a period of time? I’m doing interval training and it stops tracking for many minutes at a time. I’m considering purchasing a new one but not if this happens with all apple watches.

Apple Watch Series 4, watchOS 7

Posted on May 16, 2021 9:21 AM

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swandy

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May 16, 2021 10:28 AM in response to PB21Reggie

This page explains Apple Watch and Workout types. If you scroll down it has a part about HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) and a brief explanation about it. Might answer your question.

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207934#hiit

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