How to Connect Apple Watch to Peloton Bike and App? (Explained)

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Update: Now You Can connect Peloton to Apple Watch Directly

According to peloton, With just one tap on your Apple Watch, you can now track your performance during any Peloton workout on the Bike, Bike+, Tread or App. Yes! Its exciting.

You can easily keep track of your Strive Score, monitor your heart rate and close your rings—all in real time.

So, From Now; How to connect Peloton to Apple Watch?

Step 1. First, download the Peloton app to your Apple Watch and phone or tablet

Step 2. Open the Peloton app on your Phone

Step 3. Tap “More,” then “Apple Watch,” then “Set Up,” then “Connect to Health App.”

Step 4. In the Health app, tap “Turn On All,” so Peloton can access your health data.

Step 5. Finally, open the Peloton app on your Apple Watch and tap “Allow” to give permission to send notifications. That’s it.

From now, When you start a class; you’ll see the notification on your apple watch, tap on to start tracking or You can also start tracking manually by opening the Peloton app on your Apple Watch.

BELOW THE PREVIOUS METHODS YOU ALSO CAN CHECK

Finally, Peloton has advanced its Gymkit technology to accommodate Peloton. Now, you can connect the Apple Watch with the Peloton bike and the Peloton Digital App. The Apple Watch allows you to monitor distance, power, cadence, calories burned and time taken in the Peloton workout.

You already knew this, but the process on how to go about the process frustrating? You came to the right place because you now have the opportunity to learn how to connect Apple Watch to Peloton. Better still, learn how to connect both the app and the bike.

Can You Connect Apple Watch to Peloton Bike+?

Yes you can. Apple GymKit allows you to connect or sync your Apple Watch to the Peloton Bike+ and pairing your Apple Watch with the Peloton Bike+ you can see your heart rate, calories burn, and more to your activity feed. Scroll down to read in details.

Can You Connect Apple Watch to Original Peloton Bike, Tread or Tread+?

Yes, You can. As Apple GymKit is currently unavailable on the original Peloton Bike, as well as the Peloton Tread and Tread+, you will need to use third part apps like BlueHeart, ECHO Heart Rate from the Watch, HeartCast by connecting it through Bluetooth. Scroll down to read in details.

Can You Connect Peloton App to Apple Watch?

Yes You can. After installing the peloton app on your iphone, open the peloton and slelect more tab. Then select “apple watch” and follow screen instruction. And make sure all location services and Motion and Fitness options are toggled on. Scroll down to read in details.

How to Connect Apple Watch to Peloton Bike+? 7 Easy Steps to Follow

You’ll happy to know that Apple’s GymKit is now integrated into Peloton’s Bike+. That means, you can just hold your GymKit-compatible Apple Watch (Series 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7) up to the top of the screen on the Bike+ to pair them when you’re ready to start a new ride or class.

Notes: According to onepeloton, the GymKit feature is available only for peloton cycling classes. Some rides, such as Bike Bootcamps, are not compatible with GymKit. And this GymKit integration allows you to utilize your Apple Watch as a heart rate monitor on Bike+.

Here’s a step by step guide on how you can connect your peloton bike+ to Apple Watch:

Firstly; On your iPhone, open the Apple Watch app.
Scroll down to ‘Workout’ on the My Watch tab at the bottom.
Select ‘Detect Gym Equipment’ from the drop-down menu.
Select a ride on the Peloton Bike+ and press the start button.
Raise and hold your Apple Watch to the screen’s top.
On your Apple Watch, tap on ‘Connect’ button.
Finally; To begin your ride, press the ‘Start’ button on the Bike+

Still not clear? See the video below to connect your peloton bike+ to Apple Watch:

How to Connect Apple Watch to Original Peloton Bike, Tread or Tread+? 5 Easy Steps to Follow

Firstly, you need to download and install one of the following third party apps to your iPhone and Apple Watch. Here’s are the few options

BlueHeart
ECHO Heart Rate from the Watch
HeartCast

Follow the instructions below to connect your Apple Watch with your original Peloton Bike, Tread, or Tread+

Firstly, Make sure the Bluetooth is turned on for both devices
Open the third-party application and follow the instructions showing there
On your Peloton, choose a ride
Under the start button, select the ‘Heart Rate Monitor’ option.
Now you can see the available devices and tap to connect

After you’ve paired everything, you should see your heart rate from your Apple Watch on the left side of the peloton screen.

How to Connect Apple Watch to Peloton App?

The best news to Peloton Digital App users is that, the Gymkit has not limited the Apple Watch to just the peloton bike+. It is also available for use with the Peloton App, which is really relaxing.

The Peloton Digital App is the best alternative to owning a piece of peloton equipment. With the 12.99 dollars subscription, you will have access to a wide range of peloton workouts. Yet, you have the freedom to use equipment from other brands to enjoy the peloton experience.

You can read few valuable tips on onepeloton regarding this.

Now let’s get the show on the road on the intricate details of connecting the Apple Watch to the Peloton App:

Step 1: Download the Peloton App

First, you have to download the Peloton app on your iPhone from the Apple App Store. You can either scroll down through the different available apps or simply type Peloton on the search bar for quicker results.

Step 2: Open the Peloton App

Once you download the app, click on it to open it. Inside the Peloton App will be the “More” option at the bottom-right, which you will again click.

You will be led to the options, among which the Apple Watch is one.

Step 3: Install the Apple Watch App

At this point, you can click on the Apple Watch option, after which you will click on the “Set Up button. After this, you will see an “Install” button at the bottom of your start-up screen. Click on it to install the Watch app.

Step 4: Complete the Connection

Go back to the peloton app you installed and click on it. Once you open the app and log in to your peloton account, set the location on for your Apple Watch to track accurately.

Also put on other metrics that the Apple Watch tracks, such as Tracking Movement, Motion and Fitness, burn Calories, and others.

The below video clearly help you to connect the Apple watch:

Apple Watch Not Connecting to Peloton bike or Peloton App? Here’s is the Solution

If you’re experiencing problems connecting or your Peloton Bike+ isn’t pairing properly with your Apple Watch, try restarting your Apple Watch (hold the Digital Crown and side button together until the Apple logo appears) or turning your Bike+ off and on.

Heart rate not showing on Peloton app? Here’s is the Solution

To be precise, Select the refresh option in the top-right corner of the Heart Rate Monitor wizard if your Heart Rate Monitor does not appear. Tap Connect to pair your Heart Rate Monitor when it shows in the Available Devices list. If thats also not work, restart the devices and try again.

FAQ’s

Can I Start a Peloton Ride or Workout from My Apple Watch?

No, you can’t. You can only start the peloton app from the iPhone where you installed it, then connect the app to the Apple Watch.

Can I use two heart rate monitors with Peloton when using the Apple Watch App?

No, you cannot. You will use only one heart rate monitor at a time when connected to Peloton. So, when you decide to use the Apple Watch heart rate monitor, you will not need another heart rate monitor for the same.

Actually, once the Apple Watch App activates, you can only use it for your heart rate monitoring and no other HRM device.

Wrapping Up

How to connect Apple Watch to Peloton is a matter of the right steps. Whether you want to connect it to the bike or the digital app, the steps are clear, right above you.

Now the ball is in your hands, and all you need is to follow the proper steps for you. You can finally have the joy of integrating your posh Apple Watch lifestyle into your adored peloton workouts.