There's an App for That is a monthly series that features six of our favorite apps on a particular theme. In previous months, we've discussed travel apps, and meditation apps. This month, we're sharing great apps to help spring us into shape for summer. If we missed your favorite, tell us below in the comments!
I've never been one to run out of ideas for working out. For whatever reason, even if I'm on the road and have limited equipment with me, I can still figure out something to do to get a good sweat going. But in case you're the total opposite, today we're sharing some apps that offer comprehensive workouts to get in shape. And if you're a dedicated YBCer and prefer doing yoga on the go, you can always download YBC practice on your device here with 15 min, 20 min, 30 min, full classes and mediation practice (sorry, shameless plug!).
1) Instant Fitness: Azumio, the world is your gym, workout anytime, anywhere with this app. This app is brought to you from the creators of Fitness Buddy, the top weight-training and fitness application in the world.
Cost: $1.99 on iTunes (offers in-app purchases) $2.41 on Google Play
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Requires iOS 7.0 or later. Requires Android 2.1 and up
2) Daily Workouts, your own personal trainer wherever you are. 15 different 5-10 minute targeted workouts & 10-30 minute randomized full body workouts with 145+ exercises.
Cost: $3.99 on iTunes (offers in-app purchases) $3.09 on Google Play
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Requires iOS 5.0 or later. Android requirements vary with device.
3) Bodyweight Training: You Are Your Own Gym, get into shape without stepping into a gym. Exercise at home using the same techniques used by Special Forces as taught by fitness instructor and best selling author Mark Lauren.
Cost: $2.99 on iTunes (offers in-app purchases) $2.44 on Google Play.
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Requires iOS 7.0 or later. Requires Android 2.2 and up.
4) P90X, now with their fitness app you're able to workout with P90X anywhere. Keep track of your sets, reps and weights, view your progress, log your nutrition and share your results to stay motivated and accountable.
Cost: $2.99 on iTunes (offers in-app purchases) Not currently available on Google Play
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Requires iOS 6.0 or later.
5) 7 Minute Workout Challenge, researchers have selected 12 simple but effective exercises that are performed for 30 seconds with 10 second rest intervals. The best part? the exercises are simple to perform, do not require any equipment, and therefore, can be done anywhere! No more excuses!
Cost: $2.99 on iTunes (offers in-app purchases) $2.79 on Google Play
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Requires iOS 6.0 or later. Requires Android 2.3.3 and up.
6) Yoga Studio, with this ultimate yoga app you can play, create, customize and schedule easy-to-follow HD video yoga and meditation classes. This app is perfect for beginners and awesome for experts and even offers a library of over 280 poses with detailed advice and instructions.
Cost: $3.99 on iTunes. Not available on Google Play
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Requires iOS 7.0 or later.