These fitness apps make your workout more challenging
Done the same standard training programs on your fitness equipment too often? And ready for more challenge? You can! Below, the most fun and challenging fitness apps are explained, so you get new motivation and challenge!
Zwift
Always wanted to cycle in a virtual world? You can with Zwift! Zwift is an online platform (also known as an app) where you can cycle routes in a virtual environment with thousands of others, all over the world. You can even arrange to meet others to ride a race together or complete a route via the chat function. You connect the app to your exercise bike or spin bike. Be surprised by the realistic design. It looks just like the real thing! In addition, the Zwift app tracks your statistics such as heart rate, power, and wattage. This way you can monitor your performance and see if you are making progress.
The first 25 km are free from Zwift. Afterward, you pay €14.99 per month for a subscription.
View all fitness equipment with Zwift support here:
Exercise bikes | Spin bikes
iConsole+
You can connect your fitness equipment to the iConsole+ app via Bluetooth. You follow various training programs or choose your own route on the world map. Your results such as distance, average speed, calories, etc. are saved in the app. You can also share your performance on Facebook or Twitter. Who will you challenge?
The iConsole+ app is free to download via the App Store or Playstore.
View all fitness equipment with iConsole+ support here:
Cross trainers | Exercise bikes | Recumbent bikes | Treadmills
Kettler World Tours 2.0 - Computer software
Train worldwide without traveling? You can with World Tour 2.0. You train with 3D aerial photos or realistic videos. It gets even more fun thanks to the almost real images. You can train individually, but also against other athletes. Via the online portal, you can find others and join groups or start one yourself. So you never train alone!
Kettler World Tours 2.0 can be purchased via the website with a one-time payment of €199.95.
Buy Kettler World Tours 2.0 here
View all fitness equipment with Kettler World Tours 2.0 support here:
Cross trainers | Exercise bikes | Recumbent bikes | Treadmills | Rowing machines | Spin bikes
Fit Hi Way
With the Fit Hi Way app, you can choose from various training programs such as training with Google Maps. The app tracks your data, such as calories burned, heart rate, time, and distance. This way you can easily monitor your progress. Does your fitness equipment have a speaker? Then the app also controls it.
The Fit Hi Way app is free to download via the App Store or Playstore.
View all fitness equipment with Fit Hi Way support here:
Cross trainers | Exercise bikes | Recumbent bikes | Treadmills
Kinomap
You connect the Kinomap app to your device via Bluetooth. In the app, you will find more than 70,000 km of realistic videos of routes worldwide. You can even cycle the Tour de France or walk through the streets of Barcelona! Each route indicates the difficulty, so you always choose the route that suits you. Selecting and uploading your own route via GPS tracking is also possible. Training with someone? Easily switch the app to multi-player mode.
The Kinomap app is free to download via the App Store and Playstore. Please note: the first 7 days are free, after which a subscription is mandatory.
View all fitness equipment with Kinomap support here:
Cross trainers | Exercise bikes | Recumbent bikes | Treadmills | Spin bikes
iFIT - Online platform
The iFIT app offers a wide choice of training programs created by professionals. You choose general routes or create your own route via Google Streetview. In addition to exercise, the app also helps with sleep and nutrition: you will find recipes with instructional videos, easy to make yourself. For an extra challenge, you can contact other athletes via workout challenges and exchange experiences. On the website, you can buy an iFIT Bluetooth code for 1 year, which gives you access to all functions for one year. The price is €99 per year.
Buy a 1-year subscription here
View all fitness equipment with iFIT support here:
Cross trainers | Exercise bikes | Recumbent bikes | Treadmills
FitShow LITE
You can also easily connect FitShow LITE to your treadmill via Bluetooth. The app helps you set personal fitness goals, create a training plan, and track your performance. Everything is saved automatically, so you can easily see your progress and stay motivated. Choose from various training programs, with routes in street view or map view for a unique experience every time.
The FitShow Lite app is free to download via the App Store or Playstore.
View all fitness equipment with FitShow support here:
Treadmills
