Millions of Apple Watch users across the globe participated in Global Close Your Rings Day on April 24, a special fitness challenge encouraging them to complete their daily Activity rings for an exclusive digital award. The event, designed to promote movement and healthy habits, saw Apple Watch wearers pushing to meet their personalized Move, Exercise, and Stand goals to earn the limited-edition badge.
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A Worldwide Fitness Movement
Apple’s Close Your Rings Day has become an annual tradition, motivating users to stay active by turning fitness into a shared experience. This year, social media buzzed with posts from participants celebrating their achievements using hashtags like #CloseYourRings and #AppleWatchChallenge. Many shared screenshots of their completed rings, while others organized group workouts to stay accountable.
How the Challenge Worked
To earn the award, users had to:
✅ Close their Move ring (burn active calories)
✅ Complete their Exercise ring (at least 30 minutes of activity)
✅ Finish their Stand ring (stand for 12 different hours)
Successful participants received a special badge in the Fitness app, along with animated stickers for Messages—a digital keepsake for their accomplishment.
Reactions from Participants
- “It’s always fun to see Apple’s fitness challenges bring people together. I did an extra-long walk just to make sure I got my rings closed!” – Sarah T., California
- “My coworkers and I turned it into a mini-competition. It made the workday more active!” – James L., London
Apple’s Ongoing Fitness Push
This event is part of Apple’s broader commitment to health and wellness, alongside initiatives like Heart Month challenges, Earth Day workouts, and Mental Health Awareness campaigns. With features like Apple Fitness+ and personalized Activity tracking, the Apple Watch continues to be a key tool in motivating users to stay active.
Did you participate in Global Close Your Rings Day? Check your Fitness app to see if you unlocked the award—and keep moving toward your next fitness milestone!