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How do I track swims with my Fitbit device?

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Which swim stats can I track with my Fitbit device?
Automatically track your swim duration and pool lengths completed with your Fitbit device. Enter your pool length to track your distance and duration. For instructions, see How do I set the pool length for my Fitbit device? Note that heart-rate tracking is disabled during your swim workout.1
What are my options for swim tracking with my Fitbit device?

Depending on your device, choose to track your swims automatically, or use the Exercise app to start and stop your swim workout and see a summary on your wrist. After your workout, see additional stats in the Exercise tile of the Fitbit app.

For automatic tracking, sync your device with the Fitbit app to see your stats in your exercise history.

To set your pool length, see the instructions in How do I set the pool length for my Fitbit device?

  Automatic tracking: swim lengths, duration, distance, and pace Exercise app: swim lengths, duration, distance, and pace Exercise app: duration only
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Google Pixel Watch**  
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*Water lock turns on automatically when you start a swim workout in the Exercise app . To turn it off, follow the instructions below.

  • Charge 5, Charge 6, Inspire 2, Inspire 3, and Luxe–Firmly tap your screen twice
  • Sense and Versa 3–Press the button twice
  • Sense 2 and Versa 4–Press the button once
  • Google Pixel Watch series–Press and hold the crown for 2 seconds

For more information, refer to Can I swim or shower with my Fitbit device?

How do I set the pool length for my Fitbit device?

Enter the pool length in meters or yards before you start your swim. Remember to update the pool length if you use a different pool size.

To change the unit of measurement you use for pool length, refer to How do I change the units of measurement in my Fitbit account?

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  1. On your device, open the Exercise app Swim.
  2. Swipe up and tap Pool Length.
Charge 5, Charge 6, Inspire 3, and Luxe
  1. Swipe right or left to the Exercise app , then swipe up and tap Swim.
  2. Swipe up and tap Pool Length.
Flex 2
  1. Make sure automatic swim tracking is turned on. For more information, see How do I track my activity with my Fitbit device?
  2. In the Fitbit app, tap the Today tab , then tap your profile picture.
  3. Under Settings, tap Advanced Settings Swimming Settings.
  4. Enter the pool length and unit of measurement (meters or yards).
Google Pixel Watch 1 and 2
  1. Press the crown on your watch, swipe up to the Exercise app , and tap the app to open it.
  2. Tap Swim, then swipe up and tap Pool Length.
  3. Enter your pool length.

Google Pixel Watch 3

  1. Press the crown on your watch, swipe up to the Fitbit Exercise app , and tap the app to open it.
  2. Tap Swim, then tap the Settings icon.
  3. Tap Pool length and enter your pool length.
Inspire HR and Inspire 2
  1. On your device, open the Exercise app Swim.
  2. Swipe up and tap Pool Settings.
Versa and Versa 2
  1. On your device, open the Exercise app Swim.
  2. Tap the gear icon in the top left Pool Length.
Sense series, Versa 3, and Versa 4
  1. On your device, open the Exercise app Swim.
  2. Swipe up, and tap Pool Length.
Versa Lite Edition
To start, your pool length is 25 meters. To change the unit of measurement to 25 yards for swims, refer to How do I change the units of measurement in my Fitbit account?
Which strokes can I use to swim with my Fitbit device?
Use any of the 4 most common strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly). For best results, we recommend swimming freestyle.
Do I have to be a good swimmer to track my swims with my Fitbit device?
Your Fitbit device can record your swims even if you’re a novice swimmer, meaning you can swim about 6 to 12 lengths of the pool without stopping to rest. If you’re unable to swim this distance, you may notice inconsistencies in your swim data including some lengths not counted. As your swimming ability improves, the accuracy of your data improves as well.
Why do I see a length count after an open water swim with my Fitbit device?
Your Fitbit device tries to identify lengths each time you swim, so you may still notice an estimated number of lengths after your open water swim.
Why does my Fitbit swim data seem wrong?

Inconsistencies in your swim data may be caused by any of the following:

  • You completed only a few laps
  • You stopped to rest multiple times or in the middle of the pool
  • You stopped to rest for longer than 60 seconds after completing a pool length
  • You changed your stroke type midway through a length
  • You swam with a kickboard or without using your arms
  • You swam less than the minimum duration needed for your swim to be automatically recognized
Can I swim in deep water with my Fitbit device?
Most Fitbit devices are water-resistant up to 50 meters. For more information, see Can I swim or shower with my Fitbit device?
Does swimming with my Fitbit device count toward my step goal?
A swim workout counts toward your active minutes and calories burned goals. You don’t earn steps for swimming.

1 Google Pixel Watch is designed to comply with a water protection rating of 5 ATM under ISO standard 22810:2010 and with a dust and water protection rating IP68 under IEC standard 60529 when each device leaves the factory, but it is not waterproof or dust proof. Water resistance and dust resistance are not permanent conditions, and will diminish or be lost over time due to normal wear and tear, device repair, disassembly or damage. Google Pixel Watch is not drop/impact proof and dropping your device may result in loss of water and dust resistance. Damage from drops, impacts, and other external forces are not covered under warranty. Google Pixel Watch is designed to be used in shallow water and should not be used for activities involving water at high velocity or high temperature. Some Google Pixel Watch bands are not water-resistant. See g.co/pixelwatch/water for details. After any exposure to liquid, we recommend drying the watch and band because, as with any wearable device, it’s best for your skin if the band is clean and dry

 

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