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FAQ - Why is my resting heart rate different on the watchface?

Resting Heart Rate Differences Explained

The Resting and High heart rate values displayed in Garmin Connect may differ slightly from the values displayed in the heart rate widget on a watch. This is because Garmin Connect averages out the heart rate values at 2-minute intervals while watches average out the heart rate values at 15-second intervals.

Read more in the official Garmin documentation


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