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How to Sync Garmin Data with Sworkit

Garmin devices do not connect directly to Sworkit. Instead, Garmin data is shared with Sworkit through Apple Health (iOS) or Health Connect (Android). This article walks you through both setups step-by-step.

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What Garmin Data Can Sync to Sworkit?

When connected properly, Sworkit can receive the following activity data from Garmin:

  • Workouts and activity minutes

  • Steps & distance completed

โš ๏ธ Medical or advanced health metrics (such as VOโ‚‚ max, stress scores, blood oxygen, or body battery) are not synced to Sworkit.


Option 1: Sync Garmin to Sworkit on iPhone (via Apple Health)

Garmin devices sync to Sworkit on iOS using Apple Health.

Step 1: Connect Garmin Connect to Apple Health

  1. Open the Garmin Connect app

  2. Tap More (โ˜ฐ) โ†’ Settings

  3. Select Health & Fitness Apps

  4. Tap Apple Health

  5. Enable sharing for workouts, calories, and heart rate

Step 2: Enable Apple Health Access in Sworkit

  1. Open the Sworkit app

  2. Go to Profile โ†’ Settings

  3. Tap Apple Health

  4. Allow Sworkit to read activity and workout data

Step 3: Verify the Connection

  • Complete a workout on your Garmin device

  • Sync Garmin Connect

  • Open Sworkit โ†’ your activity should appear within a few minutes (occasionally up to a few hours)


Option 2: Sync Garmin to Sworkit on Android (via Health Connect)

On Android, Garmin syncs to Sworkit through Health Connect.

Step 1: Connect Garmin Connect to Health Connect

  1. Open the Garmin Connect app

  2. Go to Settings

  3. Tap Health Connect

  4. At a minimum, enable data sharing for:

    • Activity

    • Exercise

    • Calories

Step 2: Enable Health Connect Access in Sworkit

  1. Open the Sworkit app

  2. Go to Profile โ†’ Settings

  3. Tap Health Connect

  4. Allow Sworkit to read workout and activity data

Step 3: Confirm Sync

  • Record a workout on your Garmin

  • Sync Garmin Connect

  • Check Sworkit for the activity (may take up to a few hours)


Common Questions & Troubleshooting

My Garmin workout isnโ€™t showing in Sworkit

Try the following:

  • Confirm the workout appears in Garmin Connect

  • Make sure Garmin โ†’ Apple Health / Health Connect permissions are still enabled

  • Open Sworkit after syncing Garmin Connect (this often triggers the import)

Can Garmin send data directly to Sworkit?

No. Garmin requires Apple Health (iOS) or Health Connect (Android) as the intermediary.

Does Sworkit send workouts back to Garmin?

No. The connection is one-way: Garmin โ†’ Apple Health / Health Connect โ†’ Sworkit.


Still Need Help?

If your Garmin data isnโ€™t syncing after following the steps above, please contact Sworkit Support from in the Sworkit app and include:

  • Your device type (Garmin model)

  • iOS or Android version

  • Screenshots of your Apple Health or Health Connect permissions

Weโ€™re happy to help get you moving ๐Ÿ’™

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