In a bid to further turn its wearable devices into useful personal health assistants, Samsung’s latest Health update sees improved features for its Sleep and Running Coaching, including Strava integration.

The company has lowered the amount of sleep data required to unlock its personalised Sleep Coaching feature, making it easier for Galaxy users to access recommendations aimed at improving their nightly rest.

The update cuts the requirement from seven days of tracked sleep to just three days (collected within a two-week period). Previously users had to wait before receiving tailored guidance through the Samsung Health app.

Samsung Health’s Sleep Coaching feature uses tracked sleep patterns and information supplied by users to build an individual coaching plan.

The process includes a questionnaire that covers sleep habits, interruptions during the night, caffeine and alcohol consumption, and how satisfied users feel with their sleep.

Based on the results, Samsung assigns users a “Sleep Animal” profile reflecting their sleeping habits and areas that may need improvement. The app then provides a personalised four-to-eight-week programme, with recommendations designed to help users develop more consistent routines.

It’s an approach that also aims to make sleep information easier to understand. Rather than users needing to interpret a collection of data and charts themselves, the coaching system translates the tracked measurements into practical suggestions.

A new Sleep Balance graph brings together indicators including total sleep time, sleep regularity, nighttime awakenings, sleep satisfaction and Energy Score, for a broader picture of sleeping habits.

The sleep update comes as Samsung continues to expand the capabilities of Samsung Health across its Galaxy ecosystem.

The company is also adding improvements to its running features, increasing Running Coach from 10 to 12 training levels and expanding options for sharing workout achievements.

Compatible users can now also integrate Strava, allowing users to import routes for running, trail running and cycling into Samsung Health.

Together, the changes reflect a broader industry shift towards wearable technology that offers personalised recommendations alongside traditional fitness tracking.

Apple, Google and dedicated wearable manufacturers are also competing to make health data more useful through coaching, activity analysis and software that is becoming increasingly more sophisticated.

Access will depend on compatible devices and software. The upgraded features will be progressively rolled out via Samsung Health app updates and will be available in Australia in October.