Strava is one of the most popular exercise apps available. This is great for those who ride and bike often, but what if you want to track those workouts in Fitbit and sync your Fitbit workouts with Strover? The process is very simple. Below we describe in detail the steps to sync your Fitbit and Strava accounts
Quick answer
Go to the Dedicated page, log in to your Strava account and link Fitbit and Strava by approving the two services.
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How to sync Fitbit and Strava
Via a web browser
The syncing process is incredibly simple, and all you need is a web browser We prefer this method over apps because it’s much easier if you’re already logged in to both your PC or Mac service.
- Open this web page on your PC, Mac or phone browser. After reading the instructions, tap Connect.
- Here, you need to log in to your Strava account. Input your details, and hit Enter Button
- If you do not have a Strava account, hit instead Register Button
- If you have forgotten your password, tap Did you forget your password? Follow the link and prompt.
- On the next page, read the data that Fitbit will gain access to. If you’re happy, tap To approve. If not, deselect the checkboxes for specific metrics, then tap. To approve.
- Next, log in to Fitbit. Fill in your details, and tap Enter.
- On the next screen, double-check what Strava can access from your Fitbit account. Select the specific metrics you want, or tap Everyone is allowed. Tap Allow When you are happy.
- Finally, on the next screen, read the Fitbit Strava syncing process and tap Got it When complete.
- The two services are now connected.
See also: The best Fitbit apps
Via the Strava app
If you prefer to use the app, the process is detailed below.
- Open Diet App on your phone.
- Tap Settings Icon at the top right of the screen.
- Tap Link to other servicesThen select Connect a device with Strava.
- Select Fitbit.
- Tap Connect Fitbit. The Web Login dialog appears. Log in to Fitbit using your details, then tap Enter.
- Read through the data that Fitbit will gain access to. If you’re happy, tap To approve. If not, deselect the checkboxes for specific metrics, then tap. To approve.
- Next, double-check what Strava can access from your Fitbit account. Select the specific metrics you want, or tap Everyone is allowed. If happy, tap Allow.
- Finally, on the next screen, read the Fitbit Strava syncing process and tap Got it When complete.
- The two services are now connected.
Why you should sync Fitbit and Strava
Fitbit and Strava sync enable two-way sharing of your activities across two platforms. Your Strava feed displays Fitbit activity containing GPS data. Think of a tracked run, a bicycle, or a recorded walk. This means that normal activity will not be displayed in the app, which helps keep activity clutter to a minimum in Strava.
Alternatively, if you start an exercise on Strava, you’ll also find calorie and active minute data for that exercise in the Fitbit app.
FAQs
Q: Should I download the Fitbit Strava app?
A: The Strava app on the Fitbit device only shows a list of activities recorded from the service. There is no way to record workouts from your Fitbit using Strava. So the app is useful if you want access to your Strava activities on your wrist.
Q: Why isn’t my Fitbit Exercise syncing with Strover?
A: As mentioned above, Strava will only sync activity with GPS data. If you only have a tracker with GPS attached, you need to take your phone with you. It will also not record activities that do not use GPS data.
Q: Can I sync my Fitbit account to Strava for free?
A: Yes. You do not need a Fitbit Premium or Strava subscription to sync the two services