My workouts aren't syncing between iPhone and Apple Watch

By Dan Taylor

Solutions for fixing sync issues between your devices.

If your workouts aren't syncing properly between iPhone and Apple Watch, try these solutions:

Quick Fixes

1. Check Pairing

  • Open Watch app on iPhone
  • Verify watch shows as "Connected"
  • If not, repair devices
  • Settings → Bluetooth → Ensure enabled

2. Restart Apps

  • Force quit LiftTracker on both devices
  • Reopen on both devices
  • Wait 10-20 seconds for sync

3. Restart Devices

  • Restart iPhone: Hold power button → Slide to power off
  • Restart Watch: Hold side button → Power off
  • Turn both back on
  • Wait for reconnection

4. Check Bluetooth & Wi-Fi

  • Both devices need Bluetooth enabled
  • Ensure devices are in range (within 30 feet)
  • Check Wi-Fi is working on iPhone

Advanced Troubleshooting

5. Toggle Airplane Mode

  • On both devices, enable Airplane Mode
  • Wait 10 seconds
  • Disable Airplane Mode
  • Wait for reconnection

6. Reinstall Watch App

  • On iPhone: Watch app → My Watch
  • Scroll to LiftTracker
  • Toggle "Show App on Apple Watch" off
  • Wait 30 seconds
  • Toggle it back on
  • Watch app reinstalls

7. Check Storage

  • Ensure both devices have free storage
  • Settings → General → Storage
  • Delete unnecessary apps/data if low

What Should Sync

iPhone → Watch:

  • ✅ New workouts created
  • ✅ Scheduled sessions
  • ✅ Workout templates

Watch → iPhone:

  • ✅ Completed sets
  • ✅ Finished workouts
  • ✅ Heart rate data
  • ✅ Calories burned

When Sync Happens

  • Automatic: When devices are connected
  • Background: Even when app is closed
  • On open: When you open app on either device
  • Can take: Up to 30 seconds

Preventing Sync Issues

  • Keep devices close during workouts
  • Don't force quit apps unnecessarily
  • Ensure Bluetooth stays enabled
  • Keep both apps updated
  • Maintain adequate storage

Still Not Working?

  1. Check for app updates in App Store
  2. Verify watchOS and iOS are up to date
  3. Try unpairing and re-pairing watch (last resort)
  4. Contact support with specific details