Getting fit for 2024? Here are the best free workout apps!
Tone up with the best free workout apps! 💪🏼
With the new year underway, fitness goals are at an all-time high! We’re helping you find the best free workout apps to kick your routine into high gear and crush your new year’s resolution. Best of all, these mobile apps that will give you access to a gym virtually anytime, anywhere. Let’s get ready to sweat without sweating our budgets! 💧
Here are the best free fitness apps to try:
1. Caliber
Best overall fitness app.
Caliber is the best free workout app we’ve tried with over 800 exercises with step-by-step video instructions, 14 weeks of lessons that teach you the fundamentals of exercise and nutrition, and personalized progress metrics that update every week.
Caliber also has a live community within the app for motivation and support. You can also create private workout groups with your friends. If you’re looking for extra support you can upgrade to one of Caliber’s coaching programs which start at $19 per month with a free trial.
Other features we’re loving:
- It’s 100% free!
- Coach-designed workout plans for all levels
- Gym and home workouts with no equipment necessary
- Ability to create and share custom workouts
- Live community for motivation and support with over 50 different groups
- 14 weeks of fun, research-backed lessons
- Personalized progress metrics
- Syncs to Apple Health & Google Fit to tracks your steps, cardio and nutrition
- 1-on-1 and group coaching programs available as an upgrade
- It has an “Excellent” rating with 4.9 out of 5 stars on TrustPilot!
Check out these customer testimonials…
“Easy to use. Great features—like reminding you of the last used weight and number of reps for an exercise. Great preset recommendations for workout plans. Overall very motivating and helpful. Wish I had started using this app years ago.”
“I like that this app makes it easy to customize your workouts and shows you videos of the motions and lets you track your workouts over time. Also syncs with Apple Watch so those workouts and steps are tracked too. Really cool app.”
And our Hip Sidekick, Melinda, couldn’t agree more…
I have been using this app for the past two months and I love it. I was sore after my first workout. I love how simple the moves are – basic, effective lifts in the gym is what I’m all about. I love how they offer a video of each move to ensure your form is correct. There is a community to support you via the app too. I’ve used many workout apps and this one I highly recommend.– Hip Sidekick, Melinda
2. FitOn
Most hands-on app.
FitOn is an amazing free workout app to utilize. When setting up your profile, it’ll ask you to focus on what types of workouts you prefer so the app can recommend workouts that interest you. You also mention how long and how often you plan on working out, and the app can be connected to your calendar for easy reminders.
FitOn has a huge sense of community which is always nice for support and accountability for reaching your fitness goals. The app needs WiFi to connect, but you can also upgrade to the pro version of the app for $39.99/year (reg. $129.99). The pro version includes nutrition, premium music, personalized workout programs, and more.
Other features we’re loving:
- It’s free!
- Variety of programs to choose from.
- Workouts come with clear video instructions.
- Ability to connect your calendar and alerts for however many workouts you desire.
- Different workout groups, you can join with thousands of other members, creating a community to motivate each other.
- There’s an advice and nutrition section.
- Ability to connect an Apple Watch and some other smart devices.
“I have been using this for 1 and a half years now. I love the workouts and being able to find exactly what kind of workout I’m wanting to be based on time, intensity, and target area. It’s fantastic!”
3. Map My Fitness by Under Armour
Most supportive app.
Do you love a sense of community? Then you’re going to love this app. Not only is it free, but you can interact with other members, share completed workouts, and receive/give encouragement from people on similar fitness journeys. Plus, you can join challenges and compete with other members.
Other features we’re loving:
- It’s free!
- Easily track and log workouts.
- Build your own workout routine with access to over 800 workouts and share your routines with others.
- Discover new workout routines created by Under Armour trainers.
- Connect with 400+ devices to import and analyze all your data in one place.
- Ability to connect Under Armour connected shoes to the app for a premium experience.
- Sync with the latest apps and most wearables including Google Fit, Android Wear, Garmin, Fitbit, Jawbone, and more.
- Ability to connect to MyFitnessPal.
- Premium features available:
- Share live tracking when running, set higher goals, monitor & analyze heart rate, plus more
- Annual and monthly memberships available for either $5.99/mo or $29.99 annually
“This is such a great app! It keeps me on track and focused on my health/fitness goals. Since getting the app, I have seen positive improvements in my body composition and eating habits.”
4. 7 Minute Workout
Best quick workouts.
Only have 7 minutes a day to get it in? This free workout app is just what you need and best of all, it’s totally free and so easy to get started. You’ll get to choose from your favorite workouts and each routine will even come with a video tutorial and step-by-step instructions so you know you’ll be nailing all your forms perfectly.
When it comes to fitness, consistency is key and this app makes exercising a cinch! Work out anywhere, anytime, and with no equipment necessary! We think the only thing easier than the 7-minute workouts is the app itself – perfectly laid out and totally user-friendly.
There are a ton of free workouts and features for you to use and not get bored. However, if you have your heart set on personalized workouts, premium music, and access to exclusive training programs, you can upgrade to a premium account for $49.99.
Other features we’re loving:
- It’s 100% free!
- Professionally designed workouts
- They’re all short and effective
- Workouts can be done anywhere
- No need for any equipment
- Voice and video instructions for every workout
- Workouts for everyone including beginners and seniors
- Ability to customize your workouts
- Compatible with Apple Health to track your workouts and calories burned
“Amazing how you can sweat and feel so alive in 7 minutes!”
“Love it!!! I have MS and this app is helping me do brief exercises that are perfect for me and my body. I love that I can choose the workout based on my needs.”
5. JEFIT
Best for gym-goers.
Already a gym member? This is the best app to track your current workouts or start new ones. After creating a free account, the app will get to know you by asking questions such as what time of day you prefer to work out and your preferred fitness goals.
Then they’ll share the best plans to meet your goals. Some will require an “Elite” membership, but others are free to use. You can even keep track of progress photos while achieving your goals!
Other features we’re loving:
- It’s free!
- 1,300+ weight training exercises available.
- Workout routine database with community-created daily workout routines and fitness plans.
- Track your workouts and save your best record for each exercise.
- Create your own fitness routines.
- View your body and lifting progress.
- Fully customizable routines and exercises to create daily workout programs.
- Syncs with Apple Health.
- Connect with and add friends to help stay motivated along with engaging with a supportive community.
- Elite subscription available:
- Deeper Training analytics, 1100+ HD training demonstration videos, premium training routines created by experts, and more
- The subscription fee is $12.99/month or $62.99/annually (reg. $155.33)
“I really enjoy the ability to use other people’s uploaded workouts and customize them to my own specifications. Tracking my progress and the visual illustrations for new exercises make the experience far more educational as well.”
6. ClassPass
Most personal app.
Love working out at home or on your own? This app allows you to listen to or stream workouts based on what you’d like to do. From abs to arms, you can do it all—for free! To access the free content, proceed with creating an account but don’t enter any payment information and you’ll be redirected to the free content.
If you would like to upgrade to a monthly plan, you can first try a free trial and you’ll be able to explore local classes like barre, yoga, and so much more, plus even book a class through the app!
Other features we’re loving:
- It’s FREE for streaming workouts from the app!
- You can score a free 30-day trial to take advantage of local studio classes and gyms.
- Stream unlimited audio or video workouts when you can’t make it to class.
- Search, find, and book fitness activities near you from over 25,000 studios and gyms, including yoga, boxing, spinning, Pilates, barre, running, dance, martial arts, strength training, HIIT, bodybuilding, open gym time, and more.
- Connect with HealthKit to show your average heart rate and how many calories you burn in class.
- Connect with your friends on ClassPass to plan workouts together.
- Try classes recommended just for you based on your interests, location, and schedule.
- Reviews and class ratings are visible from other ClassPassers so you know what to expect.
- Pause, stop, or change your plan at any time.
- Monthly memberships start at $19/mo after the free trial.
“I have a monthly subscription with this app and it’s amazing! I’m able to choose from a variety of workouts throughout the city and it has excellent scheduling capabilities as well. With this great option, I was able to try classes I have been eyeing for a while, but could never afford the expensive gym subscriptions to each one.” – Dana
7. Nike Training Club
Best variety in a fitness app.
Whether you’re new to working out or a stud in the gym already, you can explore up to 549 free workouts with this app that covers everything from boxing and yoga to strength training and improving your mobility and endurance. Each session is also narrated by top-notch Nike trainers.
Want even more from this app? You can sign up for their monthly subscription and get access to new workouts and even nutrition tips from professional trainers who even work with Nike athletes!
Other features we’re loving:
- It’s free!
- Extensive Nike Training Club workout library:
- Body-part-focused workouts targeting your abs, arms, shoulders, glutes, and legs
- Strength, endurance, yoga, and mobility workouts
- Workout times range from 15-45 minutes
- Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Levels
- Low, Moderate, and High Intensity
- Bodyweight only, Light, and Full Equipment
- Time-based and Rep-based options
- Daily personalized workout recommendations.
- Ability to connect to Apple Watch and Apple Health.
- Enter and record other activities you do.
“This app is PERFECT! It shows you exactly what to do and adjusts your plan to your lifestyle. Plus it helps you keep your workout goal and push yourself. It motivates me to work out and gives me checking points on my personal workout – this is just what I needed to turn my workout goals into a habit. I also love that it speaks aloud so you don’t have to constantly look down at your phone. This app has been life-changing.”
8. Adidas Runtastic
Best app for runners.
Adidas Runtastic has two apps, one designed for running and the other for training. The free workouts range from a couple of minutes to 45, with over a hundred to choose from. There is a premium subscription with in-purchase options, but the free version is just as helpful.
Other features we’re loving:
- It’s free!
- Comes in two helpful versions:
- adidas Running: Track Cardio
- Records and tracks your exercises
- Offers a variety of challenges
- adidas Training by Runtastic
- Training-focus workouts
- Compare your statistics to other competitors
- Select difficulty level and personalize your workouts to fit your goals
- adidas Running: Track Cardio
Other features we’re loving:
- It’s free!
- Assortment of plans to achieve targeted goals
- Over 500 workouts
- Over 900 exercises
- Trainers available to support and guide you
Best yoga app.
Daily Yoga is used by over 60 million yogis! In just two weeks, the app claims to make a big difference in your yoga process. Yoga is more than just a meditation; it’s also an intense exercise method that will stretch your body and make you feel good inside and out!
Other features we’re loving:
- It’s free!
- More than a hundred yoga and meditation classes
- Assortment of plans to achieve targeted goals
- Detailed data of your progress
- Community to cheer you on
- Variety of meditation music
10. YouTube
Most convenient.
YouTube is a great asset you can use when looking for free fitness material. There are millions of free YouTube videos you can utilize to help reach your fitness goals, with some creators posting new content almost daily. There are now also YouTube shorts, and many fitness creators are posting their shorter, simpler techniques on these less-than-60-second videos.
YouTube channels we’re loving:
Hip Tip: Looking for free workouts for children? Download the SworkIt app where, thanks to the SworkIt Youth Initiative, you can get FOREVER FREE workouts for kids of all ages.
