Aruku
Aruku is a science-backed interval walking coach for WearOS with 1,000+ downloads, using haptic vibration cues to guide you through alternating slow and fast walking for proven health benefits.
Best for: Interval walking, low-impact fitness, haptic-guided exercise
Download: Play Store | Phone: Standalone | Offline: Full | Battery: Low
WearOS Features
Your personal walking coach on your wrist.
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Haptic Coaching: Gentle vibrations and beeps guide your pace without looking at your watch.
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Custom Intervals: Set your preferred durations for slow and fast walking phases.
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Session History: Track your walks and monitor progress over time.
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Eyes-Free Training: Focus on your walk, not your screen, with haptic guidance.
Health Benefit
Just 30 minutes of interval walking 3-4 times per week shows significant health improvements.
Compatibility
| Detail | Value |
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| Developer | AVIFA |
| Rating | Building reviews |
| Downloads | 1,000+ |
| Price | Free (Premium: £1.79-£13.49) |
| Category | Health & Fitness |
| App Size | ~3 MB |
| Content Rating | PEGI 3 |
| Last Updated | Dec 2025 |
| Requires | Galaxy Watch 4+ |
Getting Started
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Install
Arukuon your WearOS smartwatch from the Play Store. -
Set your preferred interval durations for slow and fast walking.
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Start your walk and follow the haptic cues from your watch.
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Feel slow vibrations for slow pace, fast vibrations for fast pace.
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Complete your session repetitions as guided.
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Review your history to track progress over time.
Science-Backed Benefits
Japanese Interval Walking Training research shows proven results.
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Cardiovascular: Improved heart function and circulation.
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Strength: Increased leg muscle strength and endurance.
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Metabolism: Enhanced fat burning and weight management.
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Blood Pressure: Reduced hypertension markers over time.
Best For Adults 30+
Research shows interval walking is especially effective for adults starting or returning to fitness.
Why Aruku on WearOS
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Research Proven: Based on Japanese Interval Walking Training (IWT) studies.
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Watch-First Design: Built specifically for WearOS with minimalist interface.
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Eyes-Free Guidance: Haptic vibrations let you focus on your walk, not your device.
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Low Impact: Effective exercise that's gentle on joints.
See Also: Strava|InBody|BreathFriend