Apple Watch 7 won't read heart rate when out for a run

Hi,

I use my Apple Watch 7 to track my exercise, specifically when I'm out for a run. I've noticed recently that it tracks my heart rate less and less - my most recent run, it probably measured heart rate for about 20% of my run.

Any ideas why this might be?

Thanks,

Phil

Posted on Sep 15, 2023 1:33 AM

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WheelieNick

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Sep 15, 2023 1:34 AM in response to philrawcliffe

Try and restart the Apple Watch and its paired iPhone to see if the issues persist

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