Fitness Apps for IPhone

Let’s get real; nobody really likes exercising. The people who exercise regularly only manage to do it because they have developed a routine and following a routine gets easier with time. But if you are just starting exercise or maybe you took a long break and are trying to get back in the game now, it is going to be very hard to convince yourself every day to workout. If you don’t have the time or money for the gym then getting into shape or losing weight is going to be much harder. It is difficult to follow a routine if you are working out at home. You may get lazy, or you just don’t see the point because exercise sucks! Well, we agree, but if you have the right kind of help, exercise can be a bit of fun.

Best Fitness Apps for iPhone for 2018

Most of us don’t know the extent of the powers of our iPhones. They can help us with so many things, including exercise. There are plenty of apps on the App Store that can act as our virtual fitness trainer and help us achieve our weight goal. Here is a list of apps for iPhone that can make exercise suck a little less:

#1. Workout for Women- For Beginners:

Workout for WomenIf you are just starting out and would prefer short workouts, then Workout for Women is the app for you. With their 7 minute workouts, you can burn those calories without having to invest too much of your time. They offer different exercises depending on your fitness goals. Each workout has audio and video instructions on how to do the moves. This app requires no equipment. The exercises are a combination of strength-building and cardio moves that can help you lose weight and form muscles in the right places. This app is ideal for women who are trying to get those curves defined.

The app is free on the App Store and has a rating of 4.8.

#2. Ab & Core Workouts- Work Those Abs:

Ab and Core WorkoutsAnother excellent app, for those who don’t have enough time for exercise but want to get that core strength is, Ab & Core Workouts. You have to decide the time you can give to the app and then the app will put together a series of workouts for you. Ab & Core Workouts offer three different types of exercises for your abs, for your core and the workout that works for both. You will be shown each move via video and when it is time to switch to the next move, you will receive audio instructions. Once your stamina increases, you can increase the amount of time you give the app every day and start seeing changes in your body sooner rather than later.

This app is the free version of the subscription-based Sworkit app. With a 4.6 rating on App Store, it is a favorite among users!

#3. MyFitnessPal- Keep an Eye on Those Calories:

MyFitnessPalDo you look up information about each ingredient in a meal to find the accurate number of calories you will be putting in your body? Do you want to make healthy food choices but don’t have the right guidance? Then make MyFitnessPal your friend. MyFitnessPal is famous for having the biggest food database.

This can save you from taking in a lot of calories so that you don’t have to climb tall buildings to burn them later on! The app has over six million foods in its database including global cuisines. It also recognizes over four million barcodes so you can simply scan barcodes to log foods.

The app also lets you track your water intake and all the meals you consume in a day. It will give you suggestions on how to improve your diet and adopt healthier food options. Whether you are starting a new diet or trying to lose weight, MyFitnessPal is going to work wonders for you.

The app has a rating of 4.7 on App Store and costs zero dollars.

#4. Fitbit- Keep Track of Everything:

FitbitEven if you don’t own a Fitbit, the Fitbit app is pretty useful for logging exercise, food and water intake, and for keeping track of your sleep. However, if you do have Fitbit, you are going to get so much more from this app. You can set goals in the app and then see your progress at the end of the day. You can start small and set easily achievable goals to get yourself started. Once your stamina develops, you can aim for more activity per day. The app will record your steps, the calories burned each day, floors climbed and miles walked. Telehealth platforms have come a long way, and one proof is that the Fitbit app lets you monitor your heart rate. If you have a heart condition, then this feature can be handy and let you keep track of your health. You can also keep track of your sleeping pattern. The app will tell you how many minutes you spent being restless or awake during the night. The app also lets you connect with friends and family and compete with them in Fitbit Challenges.

The Fitbit app is the top 8th Health & Fitness app in the App Store and is completely free.

#5. Daily Yoga- For Yoga Lovers:  

Daily YogaYoga is suitable for both your mind and body. You can achieve your weight goal and some inner peace with yoga. But if you don’t want to join yoga classes, then Daily Yoga can help you become a yoga master. The app offers over 100 instructional videos for beginner to master level yoga. It also has guided meditation videos with audio instructions. You can choose the pose or class according to your fitness goals. You can also learn to master one pose with the help of videos. The app has over 500 poses to choose from. It also has various series for people with different goals. There are also Q&A sessions with experts to help you better understand yoga.

The app is free (but has in-app purchases) with a 4.5 rating on the App Store.

#6. PEAR- Interactive Coaching from Champions:

PEARDo robotic voices put you off and make you demotivated? PEAR has the solution. PEAR offers workout class from world-renowned athletes. You will find hundreds of unique workouts at PEAR guided by human coaches. The app has carefully designed workout packages that you can choose from. You will get regular workout suggestions in accordance with your goals, and you will also be guided on when to speed things up to make the most out of your effort. PEAR is perfect for those who just want to rely on audio coaching as it offers eyes-free, hands-free workout options.

PEAR offers a monthly membership of $5.99 (or you can get a yearly subscription for $39.99). With a rating of 4.7, it is considered one of the best Health and Fitness apps in the App Store.

#7. Nike Training Club- If You Only Want to Rely on Audio Cues:

Nike Training ClubNike Training Club is one of the most famous Fitness apps on the App Store. It is quite similar to PEAR, but along with athletes, it also has workouts of celebrities. Whether you want short workouts or hour-long strength building exercises, Nike Training Club has it all. It offers personalized workout recommendations for you. You can rely completely on audio cues while working out with Nike Training Club and the best thing is you can stream the app on your TV using Apple TV or an HDMI cable.

The Nike Training Club is free and has an exceptional rating of 4.8 on the App Store.

#8. Stretching & Flexibility Plan- Time to Do Something About That Soreness:

Stretching is important and should be a part of your routine. It keeps you safe from injuries and makes you flexible. Whether you want to stretch to cure the soreness in your body or you want to make stretching a part of your daily workouts, Stretching & Flexibility Plan is the app for you. It offers you 30 very effective stretching exercises but also lets you make your own customized workout. The app also lets you listen to your favorite music while you stretch.

Stretching & Flexibility Plan has a rating of 4.3 on the App Store and is free (but comes with in-app purchases).

#9. Sweat: Kayla Itsines Fitness- How to Use Weights:

SweatDo you have weights at home but don’t know how to use them to tone your body? Then let Sweat: Kayla Itsines Fitness app help you. The app offers various programs for women. The programs help women find their way around weight so they can achieve their body goals and become confident about their bodies. The app offers both home and gym-based workouts.

The app offers a 7 day free trial after which the monthly subscription is of $20. Sweat has a rating of 4.2 on the App Store and is a favorite of many women.

#10. C25K- Let’s Become a Runner:

c25kIf you spend a lot of time on your couch then C25K was created for you. From couch to running 5K is what this app will make you do. Perfect for beginners and first-time runners, the app comes with easy to learn the process. It has an audio coach and it lets you listen to your favorite music while you run.

The app has a high rating of 4.8 on the App Store and offers a monthly subscription of $5.

Now that you have gone through the list of apps, try all of them and feel great keeping track of your daily workout routine! You won’t have trouble remembering the number of steps you walked or when you started exercising! Stay updated on the calories each food item has and if you need to buy it or not. There’s a lot more you can do with these apps!