For those who need to get in shape, or simply do physical exercises at home, Apple has great news. The company will launch in Spain, still in 2021, the program Apple Fitness +.
The newly designed service features a series of guided workouts, available in various exercise categories. Below, check out everything you need to know about this news.
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Apple Fitness+ is an Apple Watch-focused home exercise program that guides you through a variety of workouts, complementing the Apple Watch's Fitness+-focused features. With Fitness+, Apple offers videos with workout routines. The Apple Watch will track your signals to make sure you're meeting your fitness goals.
Fitness+ content can be watched through the Fitness app on iPhone, iPad and Apple TV, and it also supports AirPlay. Fitness+ routines are designed to get you working out at home, with minimal equipment needed in most cases. Next, check out the main details and features of Apple Fintess+.
Apple Watch Integration
As you follow Fitness+ routines, Apple Watch tracks your movement, workout time, calories burned, heart rate, and more. Workout stats are visible on Apple Watch, and information is shown on your iPhone, iPad or Apple TV in real time.
That way, you can keep an eye on how your workout is going. In addition, you can track the calories you are burning. A small window in the upper-right corner of the Fitness+ interface shows synced stats from the Apple Watch.
When you reach milestones, like closing an activity ring, an animation appears on the screen to keep you motivated. You can also see comparisons with other people who have done the workout before, to give you an extra boost.
With Apple Watch, you can enjoy Apple Fitness+ on Apple TV, and as you exercise, track your body's reaction. However, it is possible to do the Fitness+ exercises through an iPhone or iPad, without having an Apple Watch. But without the watch you don't have your metrics, and besides, you can't play on AirPlay.
starting a workout
Fitness+ workouts can be started through the Fitness+ section in the Fitness app on iPhone, iPad and Apple TV. Launching a workout via the Fitness+ app on one of the aforementioned devices also initiates the correct workout in the Workout app for Apple Watch, with workout metrics automatically sent in real-time to the smartwatch screen.
Fitness+ video categories
Training categories include Treadmill Walking, Treadmill Running, HIIT, Rowing, Dancing, Cycling, Yoga, Essentials, Strength Training, and Cooldown.
Many types of training do not require specific equipment, but Rowing, Treadmill Walking, Treadmill Running and Cycling can be used with any compatible exercise equipment. Some yoga exercises require a yoga mat, and some strength training exercises require weights.
Fitness+ workouts are designed to be done at home, outdoors, in a hotel or wherever you are, but you can also use them in the gym with your workout equipment and an Apple Watch connection (if you don't have the GPS + Cellular version, you may want to ask for your gym's Wi-Fi password and connect your watch).
Fitness+ for Beginners
Each Fitness+ video includes three different trainers on screen at the same time. And at least one of those trainers will be doing a simplified version of the workout. In a cycling workout, for example, a trainer might pedal more slowly, or in a yoga workout, one of the trainers might do simpler positions. In many cases, the alternative trainers you see in training videos will be the leaders of other types of exercises.
Apple also added a series of 10-20 minute videos for newbies. These videos have a single instructor, and provide instructions on setting up the equipment, or how to do a specific exercise.
Fitness level options
Whether you're a beginner or just want light home exercise, Apple has a beginner's program available. Apple Fitness+ is designed for everyone, at different skill levels. Each workout will include modifications for those who are new and for those who have been training longer.
Customized workout duration
You can select the duration of your workout to match the amount of time you have available. Workouts can be as short as 5 minutes or as long as 45 minutes.
Post workout results
When you're done with a Fitness+ routine, you'll see a summary screen with all your workout metrics, like your completed workout time, average heart rate, calories burned, and more.
Training with goal setting
Apple Fitness+ includes a series of weekly videos with goal-setting exercises. The goal is to keep you motivated with your workout. Apple adds new Apple Fitness+ videos every Monday, with one of the Apple Fitness+ trainers offering suggestions for the week's workouts.
Smart suggestions
Apple Fitness+ is more than just a collection of workout videos. It offers smart recommendations for videos you should try, based on the workouts you can normally perform.
Plus, Fitness+ suggests exercises based on your interests, along with new trainers and workouts that can help you balance your routine. You will see these suggestions after completing three exercises.
Fitness+ Values
The price that Apple should charge in Spain has not yet been disclosed. However, in the US, it is available for US$9,99 a month (about R$53) or US$79,99 a year (about R$423), which drops to US$6,67 (about US$35). about R$XNUMX) per month. For that price, up to six family members can use the service.
- $9,99 per month (about R$53)
- US$ 79,99 per year (about R$ 423)
When purchasing an Apple Watch Series 3 or later, Apple offers a three-month free trial. Already those who have had a smartwatch for a longer time can win a free one-month trial.
Device compatibility
Apple Fitness+ is compatible with iPhones running iOS 14.3 or later, iPads running iPadOS 14.3 or later, or Apple Watch running watchOS 7.2 or later. To watch the training on TV, you must have a device with tvOS 14.3 or later.
Finally, to access the newest features, use Apple Fitness+ with Apple Watch Series 3 or later, with watchOS 8, paired with iPhone 6s or later with iOS 15, iPad with iPadOS 15 and Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD with tvOS 15.
