Apple Fitness+ is an online fitness service from Apple that offers users access to virtual fitness classes and exercises, led by professional trainers, via a compatible iPhone, iPad, Apple TV or the Safari web browser. It offers a range of workouts, from yoga classes to high-intensity intervals.
In addition, the service uses the sensors and data from the Apple Watch or AirPods Pro 3 to monitor and evaluate the user’s performance during exercises in real time. Thanks to the right music, you will stay motivated and you will achieve your goals in no time. Apple Fitness+ has been available in the Netherlands and Belgium since December 15, 2025.
Availability Fitness+
From December 15, the service will be available in Chile, the Philippines, Hong Kong, India, The Netherlands, BelgiumNorway, Poland, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, Sweden and 16 other countries and regions.
Apple Fitness+ especially for Apple Watch
Health is important to Apple, with the Apple Watch the Cupertino company has been trying to encourage its users to exercise more for years. Apple wants to expand this even further with the Fitness+ service.
Fitness+ can be found in the Fitness app under the corresponding tab. In the ‘Overview’ section you get an overview of all your achievements, trends and workouts, while in ‘Share’ you can share your achievements with friends and family.
The service offers twelve different types of workouts, including strength training, yoga, HIIT, pilates, dancing, cycling, kickboxing and meditation. These workouts range from 5 to 45 minutes and are suitable for all levels of trainers.
Link with Apple Watch and AirPods
An important part of Apple’s fitness service is the link with the Workout application for the Apple Watch. Fitness+ can automatically activate the Workout app and show the current results on the screen.
With the AirPods Pro 3 you can even monitor your heart rate during workouts – a feature available on iPhone, iPad and Apple TV.
Available on multiple screens
Of course, you are not limited to the screen of your iPhone. The Conditioning app, in combination with the service, is also available on the iPad and Apple TV so that you can also start the videos and exercise via these platforms. All data is synchronized between the devices.
Personalize and Apple Music
Since the launch of the service, fitness videos have been available for various (indoor) sports and the operation is quite simple. Once you’ve chosen a workout, you can choose a trainer and select the duration of the workout.
Then you can set the right mood with uplifting music from Apple Music. This way you can personalize your fitness workout and stay motivated. In addition, Apple provides the service with new videos every week, so you get new challenges every week.
Artist Spotlight and Time to Walk
Apple brings the Artist Spotlightseries to more workouts. Trainings from world artists such as Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, BTS, Selena Gomez and Coldplay are central, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in their music.
For those who prefer walking, ‘Time for a walk‘ available – an award-winning audio service on iPhone and Apple Watch. Well-known personalities such as Cynthia Erivo, Daddy Yankee, Camila Cabello, Jane Fonda, Simu Liu and Shawn Mendes guide you through stories and photos. New is an episode with Formula 1 driver Yuki Tsunoda.
Support Apple Devices
To use Fitness+ you need at least:
- iPhone 8 or newer with iOS 16.1 or newer
- Apple Watch Series 3 or later with watchOS 7.2 or later
- Apple TV with tvOS 16.1 or later (optional)
- AirPods Pro 3 for heart rate monitoring without Apple Watch (optional)
- iPad with iPadOS 16.1 or newer (optional)
Subscription to Fitness+
Apple Fitness+ costs €9.99 per month or €79.99 per year. The service can be shared with up to five family members. Anyone with a new Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV or AirPods Pro 3 will receive three months of free access.
The service will be available from December 15 in the Netherlands, Chile, the Philippines, Hong Kong, India, Norway, Poland, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, Sweden and 17 other countries and regions. German and Spanish dubbing will be available from the same date.
Apple One Premier
The arrival of Apple Fitness+ in the Netherlands increases the chance that Apple One Premier will also be launched here, but this has not yet been officially confirmed. Apple One Premier includes Apple Fitness+ and Apple News+, and is available in countries where these services run. In Germany there is already a variant (Apple One Premium) without News+ but with Fitness+ for €34.95 per month, including access to Apple Music (family subscription), Apple TV+, Apple Arcade and iCloud+ with 2 TB storage.