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How to Work Out at Home with Apple Fitness+

Tap a step to follow along in order.

  1. Subscribe to Apple Fitness+

    Subscribe to Apple Fitness+ from the Fitness app.

  2. Choose a workout type

    Pick from categories like yoga, strength training, or running, depending on what you're in the mood for.

  3. Connect your Apple Watch while you work out

    Wearing an Apple Watch overlays your real-time heart rate and calories burned right on screen.

  4. Check your workout history

    Finished workouts are saved automatically in the Fitness app, so you can see your consistency over time.

  5. Why it's worth it

    Without a gym membership, you get a structured home workout led by real trainers, with your heart rate tracked in real time. General information only -- talk to a doctor before starting a new exercise routine if you have health concerns.

A structured alternative to figuring it out alone

Following a trainer-led session is very different from guessing your way through a workout -- pacing, form cues, and modifications are built in, so it works whether you're a beginner or coming back after time off. As with any new exercise habit, ease in and pay attention to how your body responds.

The Apple Watch integration is what sets it apart

The real-time heart rate and calorie overlay on screen is the main thing that separates this from a generic workout video -- it turns a passive video into something closer to a live class, though the video content itself is still fully usable without a watch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an Apple Watch to use it?

No, you can watch and follow the workout videos without one, but you won't get the real-time heart rate overlay.

Can I watch it on a TV?

Yes, with an Apple TV device you can stream Fitness+ content on the big screen.