User level: Level 1 (100 points)at first press on the Action Button, how do I add cycling as Workout ?
it seems I can only choose from the 20 recent workouts but cycling is not listed
Or do I have to build a history of cycling so it appears in the list?
Posted on Sep 18, 2026 3:04 PM
User level: Level 4 (1,080 points)Sep 26, 2026 11:04 AM in response to mgshoutman
You don’t need to build a cycling history. Apple’s Action Button can be set to Workout, but the selected workout is based on your recent/preferred workouts.
Try opening the Workout app ->Outdoor Cycle first, then use the Action Button again. Apple says the Workout app’s ordering reflects the workouts you use, so Cycling should become available after you’ve selected/used it.
You can also go to Settings -> Action Button -> Action -> Workout and check the available options there.
More info: Apple Support – Use the Action button on Apple Watch Ultra
User level: Level 1 (100 points)Sep 26, 2026 11:33 AM in response to poonam_kumawat
Indeed after some cycling workouts last week, Outdoor cycling popped up in the list and can now be addressed to the action button.
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256360049