The Apple Watch is a great way to track activity, but the Workout app also has a fun feature where you can earn colorful badges by completing special challenges. And coincidentally, the tech giant recently released a new limited-edition badge to commemorate International Day of Yoga, which falls on June 21.
The badge appears to be based on the lotus flower, complete with a pink center, orange petals and the year ‘2024’, all decorated in gold. All you have to do to earn it is record a 10-minute yoga workout on the wearable.
According to Tom’s Guide, there are no restrictions on how you can earn this. For example, you can start a hot yoga session where you perform the exercise in a heated room. If that’s not your style, you can always opt for a more relaxed and mindful yoga session or take one of the many classes on Apple Fitness Plus.
It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner, a seasoned yoga veteran, or even which practice you choose. The most important thing is that you record the training.
Consider the room temperature if you opt for hot yoga, as high temperatures can cause performance issues. For example, the Apple Watch Series 9 has a maximum operating temperature of 95 degrees Fahrenheit (about 35 degrees Celsius). While the Apple Watch Ultra 2, on the other hand, should have no problems at these temperatures as it can withstand temperatures up to 130 degrees Fahrenheit (about 55 degrees Celsius).
How to record a workout
Recording an exercise is easy. To get started, launch the Workout app on the wearable and find the yoga exercises. They are easily recognized by a pictogram of a person standing on one leg. You can tap the icon to immediately start a session or create your own workout by setting a specific calorie goal and time limit.
Either way, once the 10 minutes are up, you’ll receive a notification that you’ve earned the badge. Detailed instructions on how to track your progress and end a workout can be found on Apple’s support website.
We encourage you to act quickly to receive the International Day of Yoga badge. If Macworld explains that limited edition performances only last about a day or an entire weekend. Once they’re gone, that’s it.
Be sure to check out Ny Breaking’s list of the best Apple Watches for 2024.