I read with some excitement the possibility of logging outdoor miles in Zwift via my Garmin. Followed the instructions on Zwift Insider carefully, including disconnecting and reconnecting my Garmin account, allowing data exchange and agreeing to fitness tracking. Tested this morning. The activity is recorded in Zwift Companion and on the new ZC fitness tracker. But my running total miles on the main Zwift app launch page has not been updated. Is it intentional by Zwift to not roll outdoor miles into total miles?
Thanks.
Only for riding
Sorry, I don’t know what you mean.
The distance for running outdoors doesn’t get added in. I think that’s what the previous poster took your “running total” to mean, but since that’s confused you I take it that you’re riding outside.
You get XP for outdoor rides (at a reduced rate) and they count towards a streak, but I don’t think the miles get added into your Zwift stats (e.g. cumulative mileage).
Thanks. Yes, riding only. My knees killed off my running years ago.
Do you get the xp for the ride?
Yes, outdoor rides give you 5xp per km. See Tracking Outdoor Activities in Zwift FAQ
Thanks, I registered a ride today and the article you attached really helped!