Move ring not closing.

I have manually added a workout into the health app following instructions of a previous post and my move ring still isn’t closed. I restarted both my watch and my phone. On the fitness app, I can see the added workout but it didn’t change any of my rings progress. What next?

Apple Watch SE

Posted on Feb 25, 2023 11:38 AM

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1 reply

Matthew_J5

Community Specialist

Feb 27, 2023 02:41 PM in response to HannaCh8

Hello HannaCh8,

Thank you for posting to Apple Support Communities.

While workouts can be added manually using the Health app on iPhone, they do not change any of the Activity rings. You must wear your Apple Watch for this.

More information:

Use the Health app on your iPhone or iPod touch - Apple Support

If you have additional questions, contact Apple Support: Contact Apple Support

Take care.

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