Ahh the 80’s they brought us so many good things. Well, me for starters, 😉 but also Slap-bracelets, Gummi Bears, epic Synthesizer music, AND the fitness craze. Thanks to Jane Fonda and her Leg Warmers, individuals too shy for the gym could now work out in the comfort of their living rooms.
Fast forward 30 years. We now have the option to workout just about anywhere thanks to our Smartphones.
This year, if one of your goals for your No Small Life is to get healthy, you’re not alone. The #1 Resolution every year is to get in shape/lose weight/exercise more. So today I’m here to help with that most popular of resolutions. A while back, I showed you my Top 3 Coupon & Shopping Apps. And today I thought I’d feature my Favorite Workout Apps.
The great thing about these Apps is that they are:
1. FREE
2. They each contains tons, we’re talking in the hundreds, of workouts
3. They can go with you anywhere! And since they’re mobile, they’re an excellent option for sticking with an exercise routine while you’re traveling. And if your temperature gauge is reading 15 degrees like mine is right now, doesn’t a vacation sound amazing???
So let’s get started.
First up is the Nike Training App.
This was my 1st download in the land of workout apps and it did not disappoint. This app lets you pick your goal, your level and your length of workout.
They range from 7-45 min. What I also love about this app is the preview option to review all the moves before you commit to the workout. It will also sync to a playlist on your phone if you tell it to 🙂
Each workout will walk you through with voice prompts, but there are also demos available in both still and video.
Next up is Workout Trainer.
Now, Workout Trainer is a Free App with loads of free workouts. However, you can upgrade, within the same App, to Workout Trainer Pro ($1.67/month) or Workout Trainer Pro + ($3.33/month) to have access to all of their workouts, forums, and to make the app totally ad free. Full Disclosure, I just use the Free one 🙂
This app is very easy to navigate. I love the “Filter” option which lets you look at workouts based on time, target area, equipment needed and level of difficulty. You can also you the “Browse” option to look through everything from Fitness Tests to Stretching. My favorites are their Ab and Core workouts. Ooo, and this one also syncs to the playlist of your choice 🙂 Very important stuff.
Last but not least is PopSugar Active.
PopSugar lets you choose your type of workout: Strength, Running, Yoga, or Cardio and then your focus within that workout.
Say you’re wanting to squeeze in a 15 min arm workout or you’re looking to shake up your elliptical routine, it’s got you covered. This app has full length videos (my favorite) as well as printable charts and guides depending on what you’re looking for.
In my opinion, these smartphone apps are a no brainer. You all know I love my Workout DVDs, but those cost money 😀 If you’re wanting to get in shape, but have no budget, you will love these apps.
If you’re already in the habit of working out but looking for a way to shake up your fitness routine, you’ll love these apps. This morning I did a quick 10 min on the treadmill followed by “Total Body Scupting” from the Nike Training App. And let me tell ya, Booty. Kicked.
And to stay safe and healthy, here’s a post I did to help keep you from injury or recover from one faster.
Hope this helps you in your New Year Health & Fitness endeavors! Do you have any favorite workout apps?
Until next time,
Meg
PS…For you’re throwback viewing pleasure, I bring to you the 80’s workout this pre-teen heart secretly always wanted. Sadly, weighted bracelets we’re not my destiny.
Thanks for sharing these! I have so many apps downloaded that I never use … it’s nice to have some that are already vetted:)
Oh man is that ever true! Hope you enjoy these 🙂
Thank for sharing these, they look great!
My pleasure Rose! Hope you enjoy them, thx for stopping by!! ?
I have both the nike and the popsugar apps and LOVE them! coming from the mix it up monday party! Nice to find your blog!
Hi Lori! Glad you’re liking those apps too 🙂 so glad you stopped by!
How cool! I didn’t know the apps themselves had workouts! Awesome!
They are great! Hope you enjoy them Christine!
Thank you for posting this- I just started Piyo twice week but I know I need to do more if I actually want to see a difference and money is super tight right now. I will look into all of these 🙂
I so glad this was helpfu! Ive heard a lot of really good things about Piyo, but it is always good to mix it up! 🙂 check them out and let me know what you think 🙂
Thank you for the tips! I love that we can workout at home without spending an arm and a leg. Getting healthy!! Pinned.
Thanks Elizabeth! Hope you like 🙂
Oh my gosh, I remember my mom rockin’ out to Jane in the 80’s. What fun memories. I love these apps! Sharing!!
Me too! Classic Jane lol You like those apps too?! Thanks so much Sami! 🙂
Thanks for sharing these. I use FitStar but I’ll have to check these out as well.
FitStar, i havent heard of that one, ill have to check it out! So glad you stopped by 😉
These sound like really great apps! I’ll have to check them out.
Hope you like them Jenna!
Thanks for sharing these-will check them out for sure!
Best wishes,
Natasha in Oz
Thanks so much Natasha! Hope you enjoy them!
Thanks so much for sharing these apps, I’ve been looking for good options, and you explained them all very well! thanks! 🙂
Im so glad Angie! I really hope you enjoy them, thanks for stopping by! ?
I’ve got the first app but need to check out the other two. Thanks for the suggestions!
Hope you like them Sarah!
Thanks for tips. I hop these will keep me motivated to work out at home on days I don’t make it to the gym (too often to admit). Found you on Hump Day Happenings
So glad you stopped by Jas! I hope you enjoy the apps. They’re the perfect solution for those “home-bound” days 🙂
I love this! I had never heard of that nike training app!! I am going to pin this now!
Thanks Lauren, I really think you’ll like it! 🙂
Pinning. I got bored with my workouts so I stopped and I really need to get busy getting rid of this blogger behind.
found this on Hump Day Happenings.
Lol! Blogger behind?!? ? that’s a new phrase for me, hilarious! Thanks Audrey, I really hope you enjoy them!
I love to use the Nike Fitness App! (: Thanks for sharing these here.
You like that one too? Thanks so much Andie! Thanks for hosting 🙂
What have I been missing?! Pop Sugar looks pretty cool! I am going to have to check it out! Thanks for sharing:)
😀 I love that Shawna! Pop Sugar is really good, I’m still amazed it’s free?! So glad you stopped by! 🙂
Dang, I wish I could twirl a baton like that… But in all seriousness, I love that these apps have workouts that don’t always need equipment–if I’m going to exercise, I’m taking time to spend money too! 🙂 (Found you on SITS Sharefest, by the way!)
Hi Amanda! Glad you stopped by and that I got to check out your blog too! 🙂 I know, isn’t that baton fantastic?! 😉
I’ve been wanting to use an app for workouts for a while and haven’t actually started searching. Thank you pointing me in the right direction!
My pleasure! I hope these will be helpful for you! 🙂
Where have these been all my life? Totally saving this for my travels! p.s. I featured you in my Sunday Funday top picks today! 🙂
Thank you so much Kristin! 🙂 Yes, these are so awesome for traveling! You pack your headphones and you are good to go! Thanks again 🙂
Thanks for sharing! I think I’m going to download and try the Pop sugar one tonight!
That’s great Alanna! I hope you enjoy it! They’re ab workouts are awesome?
What a great post! Love it! Pinned and tweeted. We love to party with you, so I hope to see you tonight at 7 pm. That would be so awesome.
Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls
This is such a great list! I love how you actually spelled out why you like the apps and what exactly makes them so great! Thanks for the suggestions! Pinned!
Thanks Britt! Yea, if I’m going to get an app, I want to know specifics. ?I hope you like them, they’ve been a great tool for me!
Just downloaded the Nike app, looking forward to using it
I’m so glad Lapaka! I hope you enjoy it, it’s quickly becoming one of my favorites
Here from the link up! Have not heard of the PopSugar app! Need to start getting active again so I’m definitely going to check that out. 🙂
-Jan
janmloves.blogspot.com
Hi Jan! So glad you stopped by 🙂 I really love the Pop Sugar app! They have some great 10 min ab videos 🙂 Hope you enjoy it!
Great tips and information! I’ll have to check them out. Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty – We hope to see you again next week.
-Lorelai
Life With Lorelai
Thanks so much Lorelai! I hope you like them 🙂
Awesome picks! I’ve used Popsugar in the past and I think I’m going to hit it up again! Thanks. Found you on Friday Feature Linky!
Thanks Erica! I really like it AND they do upload new workouts from time to time. Thanks for stopping by!
So glad I found your post…I didn’t know about these apps. I will definitely be checking them out!
That just makes my day, thanks so much Lisa! I literally use these apps all the time, can’t believe they’re. Free
Found you from the blog link up. Those are great apps – thanks for sharing. I use Strava for running or biking, but I’m going to check out your selection.
ooo Strava? I haven’t heard of that one, thanks! Can’t wait to check it out, so glad you stopped by! 🙂
Thanks for sharing this on Turn It Up Tuesday! Had no idea that workout apps had this type of info.
Thanks Kimberly! I know, its sort of shocking that they’re free! 🙂
The PopSugar app sounds awesome! I read their articles all the time, so I can’t believe I haven’t seen the app before! It’s always nice to shake your workout routine up every once in a while! #loulougirlsfabulousparty
Its honestly such a great find. You can find a lot of the workouts on youtube as well, but the app is mobile and really easy to navigate! Hope you like it Aimee, thanks for stopping by!
I have used pop sugar and its great. I love the ‘get in shape girl’ at the end… very funny.
Haha! You remember that too? 🙂