This guide shows you how to customize settings for each workout type directly on your Apple Watch. Personalizing your settings allows you to see the metrics that matter most to you and control features like location tracking and auto-pause for a more tailored experience.


Your customized settings are saved for each individual workout type. This means you can have different metrics and settings for running versus cycling, and you only need to set them up once.
This article explains how to configure individual workout settings on your Apple Watch. By following these steps, you can pre-select the metrics displayed during an activity and manage tracking options like Auto-Pause and location services to match your preferences for each workout type.