You can set up high heart rate notifications on your Apple Watch directly from your paired iPhone. These notifications alert you if your heart rate exceeds a chosen beats per minute (BPM) while you appear to have been inactive for at least 10 minutes.
Setting High Heart Rate Notifications
The process for setting these important health notifications involves using the Apple Watch app on your iPhone. This allows you to customize the threshold at which you are alerted.
Here are the steps to set a high heart rate notification on your Apple Watch, based on the information provided:
- Open the Apple Watch app on your paired iPhone.
- Tap the My Watch tab at the bottom of the screen.
- Scroll down and tap Heart.
- Under the "Heart Rate Notifications" section, tap High Heart Rate.
- Choose a BPM threshold from the options provided (e.g., 100 BPM, 110 BPM, 120 BPM, etc.).
Once you've selected a BPM, the setting is saved automatically. You will now receive an alert on your Apple Watch if your heart rate is detected above this chosen rate while you have been inactive for 10 minutes.
Why Set a High Heart Rate Notification?
Setting a high heart rate notification can be a valuable tool for monitoring your health. It can alert you to potential issues that warrant further investigation by a medical professional. It's important to note that the Apple Watch is not a medical device, but its heart rate features can provide insights into your well-being.
Key Details to Remember
- Notifications are triggered only when you appear inactive for at least 10 minutes.
- You can adjust the BPM threshold or turn off these notifications at any time using the same steps.
- Low heart rate notifications can also be set from the same 'Heart' section in the Apple Watch app.
Understanding how to utilize these features can help you make the most of your Apple Watch as a personal health companion.
