What Apps Work With The Conqueror? A Comprehensive Guide
The Conqueror Challenges app is a popular platform that motivates users to stay active by virtually completing real-world routes. A crucial component of this experience is its integration with various fitness tracking apps and devices. This allows users to seamlessly record and upload their progress without manual entry, making the experience both convenient and accurate.
The Conqueror app works with the following fitness tracking apps and devices:
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Apple Health: This is a health tracking app built into iOS devices.
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Apple Watch: The popular smartwatch is fully compatible, tracking both steps and workouts.
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Garmin: Garmin devices are another popular option for serious athletes.
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Fitbit: A well-known brand of fitness trackers, seamlessly compatible with The Conqueror.
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Strava: A favorite amongst cyclists and runners.
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Adidas Running: Another popular platform for tracking running and fitness activities.
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Map My Run: A fitness app primarily focused on running tracking.
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Map My Ride: For cycling enthusiasts who want to track their cycling progress.
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Map My Walk: Designed specifically for walking enthusiasts.
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Runkeeper: Another well-regarded fitness tracking app for running, walking, and cycling.
These apps and devices automatically sync your activity data to The Conqueror, making it easy to log your distances as you progress through your virtual challenge. This seamless integration is what makes The Conqueror a popular choice for fitness enthusiasts.
How To Connect Your App To The Conqueror
Connecting your preferred fitness app or device is straightforward. Here’s how:
- Open The Conqueror Challenges App.
- Tap the menu icon on the bottom right of the screen.
- Tap settings, then tap connections.
- On the connections page, tap the connect button under the app you wish to connect.
- You’ll be redirected to the app’s log-in page. Enter your credentials and allow access for seamless data integration.
- Follow the prompts to authorize the connection.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About The Conqueror and Compatible Apps
Here are 15 frequently asked questions designed to provide a deeper understanding of how The Conqueror works with various apps, and additional information to enhance your experience.
1. Is it necessary to use a connected app with The Conqueror?
No, it’s not strictly necessary. You can manually log your distances in The Conqueror app if you prefer. However, connecting an app is the preferred method for automatic progress tracking and greater accuracy.
2. Can I use the treadmill for the Conqueror challenge?
Absolutely! The Conqueror app is designed to track any distance-based activity. Whether you are walking, running, cycling, or using a treadmill, as long as it measures distance, it can be applied to your challenge.
3. Does The Conqueror app track steps?
Yes, it can track steps, particularly if you’re using Apple Watch. The data transferred to The Conqueror app typically includes daily steps or completed workouts. If you undertake an activity such as an outdoor cycle, it will be recorded as a cycling workout within the app.
4. How do I sync my Fitbit with The Conqueror?
You can sync your Fitbit by opening The Conqueror App, navigating to the settings menu and then the connections menu. Then you simply select Connect under Fitbit and proceed to log into your Fitbit account and allow permission for sharing data with the Conqueror App.
5. Is there a free alternative to The Conqueror challenge?
Yes, The Conqueror’s sister app, My Virtual Mission, offers a free version where you can create and track your own challenges. However, this version does not include medals or the same level of built-in challenge functionality.
6. Is The Conqueror app worth it?
Many users find The Conqueror app to be highly motivating, with the promise of physical medals being a key factor. While some users have highlighted issues, the app’s ability to encourage consistent exercise makes it worthwhile for many. The medals are reported to be of high quality.
7. Does The Conqueror challenge plant trees?
Yes, for each 20 percent of a journey completed, The Conqueror will plant a tree through a partnership with Eden Projects, or they will stop 50 bottles from entering the ocean through Plastic Bank. This gives your exercise a positive environmental impact.
8. What is the most popular Conqueror challenge?
The most popular challenge is the Conqueror Starter Pack, which includes:
* **Hadrian's Wall:** a 90-mile (145 km) route in England.
* **Inca Trail:** a 26-mile (42 km) route to Machu Picchu.
9. What is the longest Conqueror challenge?
The longest challenge offered by The Conqueror is the Pacific Crest Trail which is 2485 miles (4000 km) long.
10. How long do the Conqueror medals take to arrive?
Once your medal has been dispatched, you will receive a tracking number by email. Usually, medals are shipped the same day or the next working day. Delivery times may vary depending on your location.
11. What happens if I do not finish my Conqueror challenge in time?
Currently, if you do not finish the challenge within the time frame, you will not be able to extend the time.
12. Can I purchase a Conqueror challenge for a friend?
Yes, you can. You can either purchase a specific challenge or a universal code for your friend to choose their own challenge. You can also create a gift card on their website.
13. How do I view my distances within a specific challenge?
To check your distances, open The Conqueror Challenges app, tap on your profile icon and then find the relevant challenge and select the ‘view challenge’ button.
14. How can I hide other people on the map?
Within the challenge screen, tap the rocket icon in the top right of the map. Select ‘settings’ from the drop-down menu, then scroll upwards to highlight the relevant community you wish to filter the map by and click ‘save & close’. You will then only see people in your selected community.
15. How do I add my Apple Watch data?
In the Conqueror App, go to the menu via the menu icon. Then select settings and connections. From here select connect under Apple Health. Ensure that all relevant permissions are given for data transfer.
Conclusion
The Conqueror Challenges app provides a unique and engaging fitness experience, and its broad compatibility with numerous tracking apps and devices ensures ease of use and accurate progress monitoring. Whether you’re a serious athlete or just looking for a fun way to stay active, The Conqueror has something to offer, backed by the seamless data flow that all of these connections provide.