Hatching Pokémon eggs without walking might sound like breaking the rules, but there are several legitimate ways to rack up distance while staying (mostly) in place. Let me share some clever tricks that seasoned trainers use to incubate their eggs efficiently.
Understanding Pokémon GO’s Distance Tracking
Before diving into the methods, it’s important to know that Pokémon GO uses your phone’s GPS to track movement. The game checks your position every few minutes and calculates the straight-line distance between points. This understanding is key to making our stationary hatching strategies work effectively.
Legitimate Methods to Hatch Eggs
Drift Your GPS
Sometimes, your GPS signal naturally “drifts” while you’re indoors, especially in large buildings or near tall structures. This can actually work in your favor – if you’re in a spot where your avatar wanders around on its own, you can gain distance without moving. Try sitting in a coffee shop or your office building where GPS signals might bounce around a bit.
Use Adventure Sync
Here’s a game-changer: Adventure Sync counts steps even when the app is closed. You can rack up distance by:
– Walking in place while watching TV
– Using a treadmill
– Pacing around your house during phone calls
– Doing household chores
Slow-Speed Activities
The game has a speed limit of about 10.5 km/h (6.5 mph). You can make progress by:
– Shopping cart walking in grocery stores
– Using a shopping mall’s moving walkway
– Riding a stationary bike very slowly
– Walking around your office or home
Tips for Maximum Efficiency
Remember to keep your app running in the background and ensure Adventure Sync is enabled in your settings. I’ve found that combining methods works best – for instance, I often pace around my house while on conference calls, and my eggs hatch without any dedicated walking time.
What to Avoid
While it’s tempting to look for shortcuts, avoid using:
– GPS spoofing apps
– Automatic egg hatchers
– Phone swinging devices
These can get your account flagged or banned.
The key is to integrate egg hatching into your daily routine rather than trying to cheat the system. I’ve hatched hundreds of eggs by simply being mindful of opportunities to gain distance during my regular activities. Whether you’re doing laundry, cooking dinner, or just watching your favorite show, there’s usually a way to add some movement that counts toward your egg progress.
