Top 12 Free Workout Apps
Justin McCarthy-Contreras
Published November 3, 2022
Workout App Qualities
The fitness list considers apps that are free without a trial or paid subscription plan. Details about exercises and equipment required to follow each workout will be added. Each is categorized into the type of training someone aims to achieve.
All Around
Training for various exercise levels
Planned Workouts
Trainer-planned exercise goals to build strength and endurance
Gym Trainer
Workouts require gym equipment to perform exercises such as weighted squats or bench press
Quick Workouts
Small group of exercises to train in a matter of minutes when short on time
Running Workouts
Running and Biking Tracker
Put your shoes on to run or bike with a route to follow
Save time and money while motivating yourself to honor life with the brain given to you
FitOn
All Around Workouts
FitOn includes types from cardio to strength, pilates and more. There is a no equipment section to incorporate any beginner to the app regardless of their home gym setup. Celebrities and trainers join the workout motivating you to give all you got!
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fiton.android&gl=US
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fiton-workouts-fitness-plans/id1442473191
Nike Training Club
Planned Workouts
Nike Training Club offers 480 cardio, strength, and no equipment classes to choose from. You choose a training plan and follow the workouts suggested by the app. The classes have different types. The on-demand workout to follow is either:
Led by a trainer
Following a live stream workout with an instructor
Written group of exercises including reps and sets to complete
Athletic (strength progression)
Short time length (less than 30 min.)
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nike.ntc&gl=US
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nike-training-club-fitness/id301521403
Adidas Training: HIIT Workouts
Planned Workouts
Adidas Training app quizzes the user about which body parts they are most interested to strengthen. No equipment is necessary for 7 – 45 min. Workouts with demos shown by fitness trainers.
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id1035263816?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
Workout Trainer: home fitness
Planned Workouts
Thousands of workouts are selected by muscle groups to train. The home or anywhere you feel safe to exercise can be used as no equipment is required.
Android:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.skimble.workouts&hl=en_US
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/workout-trainer-fitness-coach/id395686735
Fitify
Planned Workouts
Exercise routines are possible with and without equipment on Fitify. Over 20 workouts are included from warm-up to cool down stretching as you plan your goals according to body parts and time amount.
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fitifyworkouts.bodyweight.workoutapp&gl=US
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fitify-fitness-home-workout/id1463386686
JEFIT
Gym Trainer
JEFIT has over 1400 exercises video demonstrations for weightlifting routines of any level. Customize your own workout plan to fit a program towards goals. Gym equipment is required to follow workouts including barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, and cardio machines.
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=je.fit&gl=US
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/jefit-workout-planner-gym-log/id449810000
Freeletics
Planned Workouts
The user chooses their exercise goals whether that is cardio or strength before asking about the gym equipment available. Bodyweight or added weight workouts are scheduled based on your equipment. Not sure about how to perform an exercise? Freeletics has demo videos to review before the exercise.
Android:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.freeletics.lite&hl=en_US
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/freeletics-workout-fitness/id654810212
Seven
Quick Workouts
You only have seven minutes to exercise according to the goals you set in this app. Seven includes over 200 workouts in this timeframe. Use seven minutes of freetime to exercise. No equipment is required.
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=se.perigee.android.seven&hl=en
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/seven-quick-at-home-workouts/id650276551?mt=8
Johnson & Johnson Official 7-Minute Workout
Quick Workouts
The Johnson & Johnson 7-Minute Workout app varies workout intensity as the user progresses. The training uses bodyweight exercises with the only added equipment being a wall or chair. No time for a long workout, but you owe yourself 7 minutes of physical activity for improved health.
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jnj.sevenminuteworkout&gl=US
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/j-j-official-7-minute-workout/id78479790
Nike Run Club
Running Workouts
Record your runs by pace and distance with this app. Nike Run Club also includes guided runs. The user can turn off GPS and still use the app on a treadmill if not running outside.
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nike.plusgps
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nike-run-club-running-coach/id387771637
Adidas Runtastic
Running Workouts
Run distances and average pace are found on the Adidas Runtastic app. Motivate yourself from past runs by challenging yourself to finish at a faster time.
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.runtastic.android&gl=US
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/adidas-training-by-runtastic/id1035263816
Strava
Running and Biking Tracker
Strava, like Nike and Adidas apps, also tracks distance and average pace during a route. The app can be used to find new paths and compete against community users for improved speed times.
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details/?id=com.strava&gl=US
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/strava-run-ride-or-swim/id426826309