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- You need an Apple Watch Series 3 or later to subscribe to Apple Fitness Plus.
- After subscribing, you don't need to use the Apple Watch for every workout, but it'll help save your performance metrics.
- To workout with an Apple Watch, just tap "Work Out Without Watch" when starting a workout.
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Apple Fitness Plus is Apple's subscription exercise service, similar to the model pioneered by Peloton for its elliptical and indoor bikes. You pay a monthly or annual fee for access to a selection of workout classes coached by a human trainer.
The classes include treadmill, cycling, rowing, yoga, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and more. They're pre-recorded, but new ones are added weekly.
Just like Peloton, though, you'll need some equipment before you can start an Apple Fitness class. The Fitness app can be accessed on an iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV – but to sign up for an account, you need to have an Apple Watch.
You need an Apple Watch to sign up for Apple Fitness Plus
To sign up for Apple Fitness Plus, you need an Apple Watch Series 3 or newer – you can't sign up without owning a Watch. In addition to the Watch, you need to own an Apple device like an iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV.
This is because the service intends for users to track their heart rate, burned calories, and daily performance using the Watch. This lets you see how you're improving over time, and have quick access to your health metrics.
But while the Watch is required to make an account, it's not required to perform a workout.
Once you've got the right devices, you can sign up for Apple Fitness Plus easily.