Why do the intensity minutes in your fitness app differ from the training points in active365?

Two systems, two calculations
You’ve noticed that your intensity minutes in Garmin Connect (or another fitness app) don’t match your training points in active365? Don’t worry, that’s completely normal! Let’s find out together why that is.

How fitness apps measure intensity
Your fitness app (like Garmin Connect) has its own method for calculating intensity minutes. It takes factors into account such as:
- Your heart rate
- Your movement speed
- The type of activity

How active365 calculates training points
active365 uses a different system to convert your activities into training points. Factors include:
- The duration of your activity
- The intensity based on the MET value (Metabolic Equivalent of Task)
- Your individual fitness data

An example to illustrate
Imagine you go for a brisk 30-minute walk:
- Your fitness app might count this as 30 intensity minutes
- active365 might calculate 20 training points, depending on the intensity

What does this mean for you?
- Both systems are valuable: they give you different insights into your fitness activities
- Focus on progress within one system instead of comparing them
- Use the differences to gain a more comprehensive picture of your fitness

Tips for your training
1. Track your progress in both apps separately
2. Celebrate every improvement, no matter which system it’s in
3. Use the motivation from both sources

You’re on the right track!
Remember: whether intensity minutes or training points – every movement counts and brings you closer to your goals. The different values simply show how versatile your training is!

Motivation boost: see the different measurements as double confirmation of your hard work. You give your best every minute, and that’s recognized in more than one way!

Stay active and enjoy the variety of your fitness data!

Any questions?
We’re happy to help! Simply contact our customer service – we’ll take care of your request as quickly as possible!