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Guide: How do I lock workout controls and manage workout settings in FITIV?

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You can customize FITIV Pulse workout settings before or during a workout to improve your experience, including locking controls to prevent accidental taps, selecting music sources, adjusting metrics layout, enabling voice coaching, and setting split alert durations. Controls lock automatically with Auto Lock, requiring a swipe to unlock. Access settings via the gear icon before or during workouts.

You can control how your workout screen behaves, including locking controls, music, and display settings. These options help prevent accidental taps and improve your workout experience.

Where do I find workout settings?

You can access workout settings before or during a workout.

Before starting a workout:

  1. Open FITIV Pulse

  2. Go to the Workout tab

  3. Tap the Settings (gear icon)

During a workout:

  1. Tap the up arrow (chevron) at the bottom of the screen

  2. Tap the Settings (gear icon)

This opens all available workout options.

How do I lock workout controls?

You can prevent accidental taps using Auto Lock Workout Controls.

When enabled, the Start, Pause, and Stop buttons are locked during your workout.

How it works:

  • Controls lock automatically

  • You must swipe to unlock before interacting

Success: This is useful during runs or intense workouts where accidental taps are common.

What other workout settings can I customize?

FITIV gives you several options to personalize your workout experience.

Voice Coaching

  • Provides spoken updates during your workout

  • Helps you stay on pace without looking at your screen

Music Source

  • Choose your preferred music app

  • Options include Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, Deezer, or None

Note: Music control depends on the selected source.

Metrics Layout

  • Choose how your workout data is displayed

Options:

  • Basic

  • Standard

  • Advanced

Info: This controls how many metrics you see during your workout.

Split Alert Duration

  • Controls how long split alerts stay on screen

Options include:

  • 5, 10, 20, 30, or 60 seconds

  • Or no timeout

FAQs

Why can’t I tap buttons during my workout?

Auto Lock may be enabled. Swipe to unlock controls.

Can I change settings during a workout?

Yes. Open the settings using the up arrow and gear icon.

Customizing your workout settings helps you stay focused, avoid interruptions, and get the most out of every session.

  • The FITIV Support Team

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