WatchOS 11 brings several improvements related to health and fitness, with a focus on more specific and specialized functions. For instance, it provides additional support for pregnancy, reflecting changes in women’s physical and mental health. The Training Load feature, which replaces workouts, introduces new metrics for workout intensity and detailed workout information. Users can customize the data to receive the most relevant information based on their needs. This feature helps users understand the level of exertion during training by comparing the past 7 days’ efforts with the measurements from the last 28 days, enabling users to modify their training for better results.
The new Vitals app offers a comprehensive view of essential health aspects such as vital signs, including heart rate and body temperature. This can help users make informed decisions about their lifestyle and habits. Apple emphasizes that these health features are science-based and have been developed with input from clinical research teams. The app utilizes an algorithm designed using real-world data from the Apple Heart and Movement Study to provide notifications and classifications for “out of range” values.
Moreover, users can now take a day off from the activity rings without losing the progress of their streaks and medals, a highly anticipated feature.
