Active Aging Presented by Public Health Seattle-King County

Reaching your fitness goals as an active adult can be challenging, especially if you crave new routines or need better guidance. Fortunately, there are many apps available to help seniors stay fit and take advantage of the latest technology that helps achieve any and all wellness goals.

Fitness Apps for Active Agers

Free Workout Apps

So many of the best workout apps for seniors are available for free! You can download several, try them all, and decide which is best for your goals and abilities.

Silver Sneakers GO

The Silver Sneaks GO app was designed specifically with seniors in mind. It complements their in-person and virtual services. You can find classes, tips, and workout plans through the app to complete at home or at one of 100+ participating locations nationwide.

7 Minute Chi

If you’re looking to improve balance, strength, focus, or mental clarity, Tai Chi is a great workout. With this 7 Minute Chi app, you can easily weave a session into your day at home, at the park, or at a meetup with friends!

FitOn

With workouts designed by celebrity trainers, you can count on the FitOn app to keep you entertained and motivated throughout your fitness journey. With guided courses like Fall Prevention and Living Pain-Free, seniors can maximize their workout time to fit their personal needs. FitOn works on any screen, so you can easily stream on the go or right in your living room.

Charity Miles

Walking is one of the best workouts for seniors who need to transition from a sedentary lifestyle to a more active one. If you need a bit of a motivation boost, the Charity Miles app lets you choose a cause to support as you walk. The more steps you track on the app, the more money your charity receives! This app pairs with all common wearable fitness devices or can monitor your progress manually.

Daily Workouts

Are you looking for a good variety of strength training routines? The Daily Workout app provides hundreds of exercises that target specific areas and muscle groups with easy-to-follow video instructions. The workouts don’t require any equipment or an internet connection, so this option is great for seniors who don’t want to worry about anything other than jumping right in.

Paid Fitness Apps

Sometimes, it’s worth paying a bit for a fitness app that meets your exact needs. If you’d like more integration with a wearable fitness device and/or personalized workout plans, these apps are the best.

Apple Fitness+

If you have an Apple watch or tablet, the Apple Fitness+ app might be the best option for a full array of exercises and session ideas. For just $9.99/month, you’ll get access to thousands of workouts designed for different fitness levels, intensities, and locations. You can also access guided meditations and motivational stories.

Fitbit App

If you like the style and simplicity of a Fitbit for tracking your fitness and health, upgrade your experience by purchasing the Fitbit Premium plan for the app for $9.99/month. You’ll get personalized workout plans, insights into your current health and wellness, and special sessions with guest trainers.

Sensalus

One of the first fitness apps designed exclusively for adults over 50, Sensalus is a one-stop app for nutrition, wellness, sleep, and activity support. While the app itself is free, you can pay $3.99/month for a more tailored weekly plan to help you reach your health goals. You can access recipes, workouts, and even sleep meditations right from the app.

Required Technology and Setup

While all of these fitness apps require access to technology, most are easily compatible with a variety of devices to make setup and use simple.

Tablets and Phones

If you already have a smartphone or tablet, you’re ready to use any of these apps. Using the apps on your phone makes it convenient to take the workouts on the go. Some apps will track your movement if you permit them to access GPS, so using your phone is an easy way to count mileage on a walk, for example. To download the apps on your Apple products, head to the App Store. For Samsung or Android users, the Google Play store has all the apps available for download.

Smart TV’s

If you don’t have a tablet or smartphone, you may be able to access these apps on your Smart TV. Streaming on your television also makes it easier to follow along with trainers since the moves and directions are on a larger screen. Go to the Apps portion of your television’s settings and search for the app name to add it to your menu for easy access.

Wearable Fitness Devices

This list of the best fitness devices for seniors includes something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a minimalist ring that can help track your sleep and activity or a watch that includes fall detection, the market for wearable devices has never been bigger.

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