How to Enable Automatic Workout Pause on Apple Watch

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Open the Watch app on your iPhone

   Locate and launch the Watch app from your iPhone home screen. Ensure your primary Apple Watch is selected in the top-left corner under All Watches.

2. 30 sec

   Access Workout settings

   Scroll down the My Watch tab and select Workout. This menu contains all global configuration options for your fitness tracking behavior.

3. 30 sec

   Enable Auto-Pause

   Tap the toggle for Running Auto-Pause to the ON position. This feature specifically triggers when the watch detects you have stopped moving during an Outdoor Run workout.

   Note: Only supports Outdoor Run and Outdoor Cycle workouts.
4. 30 sec

   Verify Cycling settings

   Return to the main Workout menu and verify that your Cycling settings allow for auto-pause. This ensures your pace data remains accurate during stop-and-go urban riding.

5. 1 min

   Confirm the settings on your Apple Watch

   Launch the Workout app on your watch and start an Outdoor Run. Test the functionality by stopping abruptly; the workout should display a paused status automatically within seconds.

   Note: Resume by tapping the resume button or pressing the side button and Digital Crown simultaneously.