About
Apple Fitness+ is Apple's premium fitness subscription service designed to get users moving and keep them motivated. It features over 12 workout types including Strength, HIIT, Yoga, Pilates, Dance, Cycling, Rowing, Core, and Meditation, with new sessions added every week. Sessions range from 5 to 45 minutes, making it easy to fit exercise into any schedule. The service leverages Apple Watch integration to deliver real-time metrics — including heart rate, calories burned, and Activity ring progress — directly on screen during workouts. Users without an Apple Watch can connect AirPods Pro 3, Powerbeats Pro 2, or any Bluetooth heart rate monitor for personal stats and access to the Burn Bar feature, which compares your effort to others. Fitness+ uses an intelligent recommendation engine that learns your preferences over time and surfaces personalized workout suggestions in the "For You" tab. It also offers Custom Plans — automatically generated or manually built schedules tailored to your favorite activities, durations, trainers, and goals. The service is accessible via the Fitness app on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac. It's available as a standalone subscription or bundled through Apple One alongside Apple Music, Apple TV+, iCloud+, and more. New subscribers can try it free for up to 3 months with eligible device purchases, making it an attractive entry point for anyone in the Apple ecosystem looking to build or maintain a fitness routine.
Key Features
- 12+ Workout Types: Covers Strength, HIIT, Yoga, Pilates, Dance, Cycling, Rowing, Core, Meditation, and more — with sessions from 5 to 45 minutes.
- Real-Time Metrics: Integrates with Apple Watch, AirPods Pro 3, or Bluetooth heart rate monitors to display live stats like heart rate, calories, and Activity ring progress.
- Personalized Custom Plans: Automatically generates workout and meditation schedules based on your favorite activities, trainers, durations, and fitness goals.
- For You Recommendations: An intelligent recommendation engine learns your preferences over time to surface the most relevant workouts and sessions.
- New Content Every Week: Fresh workout and meditation sessions are added weekly across all categories, keeping the library current and varied.
Use Cases
- Building a consistent home workout routine using personalized Custom Plans tailored to your schedule and goals.
- Tracking fitness progress in real time during HIIT, Strength, or Yoga sessions using Apple Watch metrics.
- Adding guided meditation sessions to a daily wellness routine without needing additional apps.
- Getting back into fitness as a beginner with short 5–10 minute sessions and trainer-guided instruction.
- Complementing gym workouts with on-demand sessions for travel, rest days, or at-home training.
Pros
- Deep Apple Ecosystem Integration: Seamless sync with Apple Watch, AirPods, iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV provides a cohesive, data-rich experience.
- Wide Variety of Workout Types: With 12+ categories and sessions as short as 5 minutes, it accommodates beginners and advanced users alike.
- Personalized Experience: Custom Plans and For You recommendations adapt to your habits, making it easier to stay consistent over time.
- Affordable via Apple One Bundle: Can be bundled with other Apple services, offering strong value for existing Apple subscribers.
Cons
- Requires Apple Hardware: Full functionality, especially real-time metrics and Activity ring tracking, requires an Apple Watch or compatible Apple device.
- Not Available on Android or Non-Apple Platforms: The service is locked to Apple's ecosystem, making it inaccessible to Android or Windows users.
- Subscription Cost After Trial: After the free trial, it costs $9.99/month or $79.99/year, which may be a barrier for casual users.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an Apple Watch to use Apple Fitness+?
No, but an Apple Watch unlocks the full experience with real-time metrics and Activity ring integration. You can also use AirPods Pro 3, Powerbeats Pro 2, or any Bluetooth heart rate monitor for live stats.
How much does Apple Fitness+ cost?
After the free trial, Apple Fitness+ costs $9.99 per month or $79.99 per year. It's also included in the Apple One Premier bundle.
Can I try Apple Fitness+ for free?
Yes. New subscribers get 1 month free, or 3 months free with the purchase of an eligible Apple device.
What types of workouts does Apple Fitness+ offer?
Apple Fitness+ offers 12+ workout types including Strength, HIIT, Yoga, Pilates, Dance, Cycling, Rowing, Core, and Meditation, with sessions ranging from 5 to 45 minutes.
On which devices can I use Apple Fitness+?
Apple Fitness+ is available on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac via the Fitness app.
