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Make sure to join in on Apple's Global Running Day, June 4, for an exclusive digital award on your Apple Watch!
The feat is easy; just run a 5K (3.1 miles) and earn an interactive digital award!
Apple Watch digital awards are typically in digital badges or medals that can be admired in the Awards tab through the Fitness app. Historically, Apple gifts of participation can also come with animated stickers that users can send and use to others via iMessages.
This exciting event is open to Apple Watch users who track their runs with any app that syncs workout data to the Health app.
In addition, Apple Fitness+ is rolling out new content to coincide with Global Running Day. Starting June 2, endurance athlete and mental health advocate Raymond Braun will join Fitness+ trainer Scott Carvin for a treadmill workout inspired by Global Running Day.
For runners looking to travel the world through their workout, Fitness+ will introduce a special Time to Run section featuring iconic running destinations such as Central Park, Rio de Janeiro, Rome, and Edinburgh, complete with motivating playlists, coaching, and scenic photos.
If you want to get more out of your Apple Watch, try the Workout app provides rich running metrics such as Vertical Oscillation, Stride Length, Ground Contact Time, and Power—key data points for runners looking to improve their performance.
For those seeking a structured training experience, Custom Workouts offer intervals of work and recovery, complete with haptic and voice feedback to guide users. The app also features a Pacer function, helping runners pace themselves to reach specific distance and time goals.
Other features include Automatic Track Detection, which uses GPS to track performance on outdoor tracks, and Race Routes, allowing users to race against their previous times on familiar routes. To monitor overall training progress, the Training Load feature compares recent workouts to previous sessions, giving insight into the intensity and sustainability of your regimen.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting, Apple’s running features and Fitness+ offerings provide the tools and inspiration needed to celebrate Global Running Day in style.
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