What This Guide Covers
- How to use Preslie without a wearable
- How to connect your phone health data
- What data you can track using your phone only
- How this supports Coaching Insights and Health Trends
Do You Need a Wearable?
No.
You can use Preslie with only your smartphone.
Preslie can read health and activity data from your phone’s built-in health platform to help identify patterns linked to resilience capacity, recovery, movement, and performance.
Wearables may provide richer data, but they are not required to get value from the platform.
What You Need
For iPhone
- iPhone
- Apple Health app
- Preslie app
For Android
- Android phone
- Health Connect
- Preslie app
Optional:
- Google Fit
- Samsung Health
Step 1 — Open Your Phone Health Platform
iPhone
Open the Apple Health app.
Android
Open Health Connect.
(Android 14+ usually has this pre-installed. Older devices may need download from Google Play.)
Step 2 — Allow Preslie Access
When prompted inside Preslie:
- Review requested categories
- Tap Allow
- Select data you want to share
Examples may include:
- Steps
- Distance
- Active minutes
- Sleep (if available)
- Heart rate (if supported)
Preslie only accesses data you approve.
Step 3 — Enable Activity Tracking
Your phone can track movement without a wearable.
iPhone
Ensure Motion & Fitness permissions are enabled.
Settings → Privacy → Motion & Fitness
Android
Use one of the following:
- Google Fit
- Samsung Health
- Built-in phone sensors
Ensure activity tracking is active.
Step 4 — Open Preslie and Sync
Open Preslie.
The app will connect to your approved health data source and begin syncing available information.
Allow 1–2 minutes for the first sync.
Insights improve as more data is collected over time.
Optional — AI Health Scan (No Wearable Required)
You can complete an AI Health Scan using your phone camera.
This may support:
- Stress signal awareness
- Emotional pattern recognition
- Additional coaching context
How to Complete It
Open Preslie
Go to Profile → AI Health Scan
Follow in-app instructions
Use good lighting and remain still
Important:
- No images or videos are stored
- Non-clinical feature
- Can be skipped or retried anytime
What Data You Can Track Without a Wearable
Typical phone-only tracking includes:
- Steps
- Movement activity
- Distance
- Basic activity trends
Depending on setup, you may also receive:
- Sleep data
- Heart rate data
- Additional wellness metrics
Wearables may provide more depth, but phone-only use is enough to identify meaningful trends.
Managing or Removing Access
You can update permissions anytime.
iPhone
Health app → Sharing / Apps → Preslie
Android
Health Connect → App Permissions → Preslie
If Data Is Not Showing
Check the following:
- Permissions enabled
- Tracking app collecting data
- Preslie updated
- Keep app open for 1–2 minutes
- Restart phone if needed
Refer to:
Troubleshooting: Health Data Not Showing
Support and Troubleshooting
If you need help:
- Submit a bug report through the platform
- Contact: customersuccess@prescribelife.ai
Support requests are typically acknowledged within one business day.
FAQ: Using Preslie Without a Wearable
Can I still get value from Preslie without a wearable?
Yes. Preslie is designed to work with habits, KPIs, and basic phone data. Behaviour tracking is the primary driver of progress. Wearables add depth, not necessity.
What kind of data can my phone track on its own?
Most phones can track steps, movement, and basic activity patterns. Depending on your setup, sleep and heart rate data may also be available.
Will my insights be less accurate without a wearable?
Insights may be less detailed, but still meaningful. Patterns in behaviour and self-reported data are enough to guide coaching decisions and identify trends.
Do I need to install additional apps to track activity?
Not always. iPhone uses Apple Health by default. On Android, Health Connect may require Google Fit or Samsung Health depending on your device setup.
Why is my phone not tracking activity properly?
This is usually due to permissions or tracking settings being disabled. Ensure motion tracking or activity tracking is enabled on your device.
How long does it take before I start seeing insights?
Initial signals can appear within a few days, but more meaningful patterns typically develop over 1–2 weeks of consistent use.
Can I switch to a wearable later?
Yes. You can connect a wearable at any time. Preslie will begin incorporating additional data once permissions are granted.
Is the AI Health Scan required?
No. It is optional and designed to provide additional context. You can use Preslie fully without it.
What if no data is showing at all?
Check that:
- permissions are enabled
- your phone is tracking activity
- Preslie has access to your health platform
If issues persist, follow the troubleshooting guide.
What is the most important thing to focus on without a wearable?
Consistency. Regular habit tracking and KPI check-ins are the foundation of meaningful progress