Picks: 12 Go-To Fitness and Exercise Apps
Motivation • 3rd Apr, 22 • Comment
The benefits of fitness go on and on, but you need consistency and discipline to stick with a routine long enough to reap those benefits. That’s where technology can help.
The right app can act as a virtual personal trainer or training partner to keep you motivated and accountable.
Healthline looked high and low for the best fitness apps to help you out, and we chose the year’s winners for their quality, user reviews, and overall reliability.
Keep reading for our picks of the 12 best fitness and exercise apps.
- Best free fitness app: Nike Training Club
- Best app for group fitness lovers: obé Fitness
- Best tried-and-true fitness app: Peloton
- Best fitness app for women: Fit Body
- Best fitness app for men: Centr
- Best personal trainer-led fitness app: Le Sweat TV
- Best low impact strength training app: TRX Training Club
- Best prenatal and postpartum fitness app: Studio Bloom
- Best size-inclusive fitness app: Big Fit Girl
- Best strength training app: Jefit Workout Planner Gym Log
- Best yoga app: Glo
- Best app for runners and cyclists: Strava
With so many fitness apps on the market, how do you know which one to choose? Here are some factors to consider before downloading:
- Credible instructors. For safety purposes and best results, we recommend choosing an app with workouts that are created or led by certified fitness experts.
- Fitness goals. Do you want to build strength or run faster? Or maybe you’re interested in losing weight or becoming more flexible. Whatever your motivation is, be sure to select an app that caters to your exercise needs.
- Budget. While some are totally free, most apps require a monthly subscription cost. Luckily, all the apps on our list offer a free trial period, so you can try a few classes before going all in.
- Equipment needed. Most apps offer classes that require some equipment, such as yoga blocks, dumbbells, or kettlebells. Unless you’re willing to purchase new gym equipment, look for an app with classes that are compatible with your current home gym setup.
- User reviews. While you should definitely take reviews with a grain of salt, reading what other users think can be valuable intel as you decide whether a workout app will be the right fit for you.
There’s nothing wrong with trying out a few fitness apps before settling on one — the most important thing is that it helps you reach your goals safely and effectively.