Managing Integrations

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Integration Overview

Stride connects with popular fitness devices and platforms to automatically sync your data and enhance your training experience.

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Available Integrations

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Managing Connections

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Viewing Status

Navigate to Account → Integrations to see:

• ✅ Connected services (green checkmark)
• ❌ Available connections
• ⚠️ Connection issues
• 🔄 Last sync time

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Connection Details

For each integration:

• Connection date
• Data permissions
• Sync frequency
• Recent activity
• Troubleshooting options

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Garmin Connect

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What Syncs

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Managing Garmin

Permissions:

• Read activities
• Read body metrics
• Write workouts
• Write courses

Troubleshooting:

1. Check Garmin Connect status
2. Re-authorize if needed
3. Verify privacy settings
4. Ensure device syncs to Garmin first

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Wahoo Integration

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ELEMNT Devices

Activity Sync:

• Automatic upload after rides
• Full data streams
• Planned workout execution
• Route information

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Wahoo SYSTM

Training Plans:

• Export Stride plans to SYSTM
• Sync completed workouts back
• Calendar integration
• Performance tracking

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Wahoo Settings

Control what syncs:

• Auto-upload activities
• Download workouts
• Sync training plans
• Import routes
• Share segments

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Whoop Integration

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Recovery Metrics

Daily sync includes:

• HRV (Heart Rate Variability)
• Resting heart rate
• Sleep quality scores
• Recovery percentage
• Strain scores

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Using Whoop Data

Stride uses Whoop data to:

• Adjust training recommendations
• Track recovery trends
• Correlate with performance
• Optimize training timing

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Strava Features

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Important Limitations

Strava DOES:

• ✅ Receive your Stride activities
• ✅ Provide segment matching
• ✅ Sync activity names/descriptions
• ✅ Share kudos and comments

Strava DOES NOT:

• ❌ Send activities to Stride
• ❌ Replace device sync
• ❌ Provide full data

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Strava Settings

Configure in Stride:

• Auto-upload new activities
• Privacy matching
• Include indoor rides
• Segment opt-in/out

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Disconnecting Services

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Temporary Disable

To pause syncing:

1. Go to integration settings
2. Toggle “Active” to off
3. Connection preserved
4. Re-enable anytime

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Full Disconnect

To remove integration:

1. Click Disconnect
2. Confirm removal
3. Revoke in partner app
4. Data remains in Stride

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Sync Management

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Manual Sync

Force sync when needed:

• Click refresh icon
• “Sync Now” button
• Pull down in app
• Check partner app first

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Sync Settings

Configure per integration:

• Auto-sync: On/off
• Sync frequency: Real-time/hourly/daily
• Data types: Select what syncs
• Direction: Upload/download/both

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Privacy Considerations

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Data Shared

Review what each service accesses:

Service	Reads	Writes
Garmin	Activities, metrics	Workouts, courses
Wahoo	Activities	Workouts, plans
Whoop	Recovery data	Nothing
Strava	Nothing	Activities

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Controlling Access

• Review permissions regularly
• Revoke unused integrations
• Check privacy policies
• Understand data retention

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Advanced Features

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Webhook Integration

For developers:

• Real-time activity notifications
• Custom integrations
• API access
• Event triggers

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Bulk Operations

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Troubleshooting

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Common Issues

Activities Not Syncing:

1. Check integration status
2. Verify in partner app first
3. Review permissions
4. Re-authorize connection
5. Contact support

Duplicate Activities:

• Disable one sync source
• Delete duplicates
• Set primary source
• Configure filters

Missing Data:

• Check data permissions
• Verify sensor recording
• Review privacy settings
• Update integration

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Integration Health

Monitor connection status:

• 🟢 Healthy: Syncing normally
• 🟡 Warning: Delays or partial sync
• 🔴 Error: Action required
• ⚫ Disabled: Manually paused

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Best Practices

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Setup Tips

1. Connect primary device first (Garmin/Wahoo)
2. Add supplementary data (Whoop)
3. Enable social features (Strava)
4. Test with one activity
5. Configure privacy settings

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Ongoing Management

• Review monthly
• Update permissions
• Remove unused services
• Check for new integrations
• Monitor sync health

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Platform-Specific Notes

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iOS Considerations

• HealthKit integration available
• Apple Watch support
• Siri shortcuts
• Widget compatibility

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Android Features

• Google Fit sync
• Wear OS support
• Assistant integration
• Background sync

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Future Integrations

Coming soon:

• TrainingPeaks export
• Zwift integration
• Peloton sync
• More coaching platforms

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Security

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Protecting Your Data

• Use strong passwords on all platforms
• Enable 2FA where available
• Review app permissions
• Revoke unused access
• Monitor account activity

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Token Management

Stride uses OAuth2:

• Secure token exchange
• No password storage
• Automatic renewal
• Revokable access

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Next Steps