Have you ever found yourself wishing your Amazfit smartwatch had a proper rucking mode? If you’ve been logging those backpack-weighted walks under “hiking” or “walking” and realizing the data just doesn’t tell the full story, you’re not alone. Rucking has been growing fast in the fitness world, and Amazfit users have been asking for this feature for years.
Well, it looks like Amazfit is finally listening. Hidden inside the latest Zepp app update (v9.10.3), there’s clear evidence that a dedicated Rucking workout mode is in the works. And here’s the really exciting part—it’s not just a renamed version of walking.
Amazfit appears to be adding weighted load support, which means you’ll soon be able to track how much weight you’re carrying alongside your distance, pace, and calories burned.
What Is Rucking and Why Is It a Big Deal?
If you’re not familiar, rucking is walking or hiking with a weighted pack. It sounds simple, but it’s an incredibly effective workout.
You build strength, improve endurance, and burn way more calories than a regular walk—all without the pounding that comes from running.
It’s also hugely popular in military training and has become a go-to workout for people who want a low-impact but challenging routine.
Until now, Amazfit users have had to fudge it with the standard walking mode.
The problem? Without factoring in pack weight, your watch just can’t give you accurate data.
Garmin figured this out a while back with rucking support on watches like the Fenix 8, and now Amazfit is finally catching up.
What the Zepp App Code Tells Us
So, what exactly did the app reveal? In short, Rucking is now in the system as its sport mode.
Even better, there’s a new metric for weighted load, which means Amazfit watches will finally know how much you’re carrying. That makes calorie counts, effort scores, and training stats way more realistic.
Oh, and for the hikers out there, the code also mentioned a brand-new Mountain Hiking mode—separate from the regular hiking option.
Looks like Zepp Health is making a real effort to give outdoor athletes and adventurers more tailored tracking options.
When Can We Expect It?
The feature isn’t live on watches just yet—it’s tucked away in the app code. But typically, once something like this shows up, it rolls out within weeks or months.
There’s another clue too: Zepp Health has an event coming up on September 5th at IFA 2025 in Berlin.
Don’t be surprised if rucking gets a spotlight there, possibly alongside a brand-new Amazfit watch that ships with it right out of the box.
As for older devices, nothing’s official, but chances are newer models like the Amazfit Balance 2 will be first in line, with firmware updates hopefully trickling down to other recent watches.
Why This Is Big for Amazfit Users
At first glance, adding rucking might seem like a small thing—but it’s not.
For a lot of fitness fans, this is exactly the kind of feature that makes a watch feel complete.
- You’ll finally get accurate calorie burn while rucking
- No more logging it as a generic walk
- Training with weighted gear will make sense in your stats
- It shows Amazfit is paying attention to outdoor and functional fitness
Basically, it closes a gap that users have been talking about for years.
Is Amazfit Rucking Mode Change the Game?
If you’ve been waiting for Amazfit to step up with a dedicated rucking mode, the wait looks almost over.
With weighted load tracking and even a new Mountain Hiking option, Amazfit is proving it’s ready to go beyond the basics and compete with the likes of Garmin.
We’ll be keeping a close eye on updates over the next few weeks—especially around IFA 2025. For now, just know this: the next time you strap on your rucksack, your Amazfit might finally be smart enough to know it.
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