How to create a kayaking/paddling workout with GPS tracking on Apple Watch?

I know others have asked countless times.... but I will ask again. Can APPLE please create a kayak/ paddling workout with gps tracking for the fitness app and watch? PLease!!!!

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Original Title: kayaking/paddling workout

Posted on Jun 7, 2025 05:17 PM

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Ingo2711

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Jun 8, 2025 02:27 AM in response to Ilovekayaking

You should let Apple know directly about your wishes for future watchOS features by using the Feedback link, as this is the only way to reach them.

The more users do that, the more likely those wishes will be noticed by Apple Techs and maybe added in an upcoming update.

Feedback - Apple Watch - Apple

I'm using a 3rd party app, WorkOutDoors. There is a variety of different types of workouts, Paddling is one of them:

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