Apple Fitness Plus is partnering with Anytime Fitness, a fast-growing gym franchise, in the first major push to bring Apple's workout service to in-person health clubs [Starting December 1, Anytime Fitness members will be able to use Fitness Plus for free and will be introduced to new coaching and recommended classes using Fitness Plus data within the Anytime Fitness app Existing Fitness Plus subscribers who also belong to Anytime Fitness will be able to merge their memberships, and those who have not yet used Anytime Fitness will be able to try the gym for free for 30 days

Normally, Apple Fitness Plus memberships cost $999 per month or $7999 per year, with up to three months free with the purchase of a new Apple device such as the Apple Watch But once you become a member, you have to pay to use Apple's fitness services on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV (or Apple Watch for voice-based content like Time to Walk and Time to Run) The best workout apps have never been better, offering thousands of workout classes of varying times, difficulty, and modalities Many of these classes do not even require additional equipment

However, working out at home alone has its limitations If you are training toward a specific goal, want to diversify your exercise routine, or just want to feel motivated by working out in a group environment, a gym membership can help Additionally, gyms like Anytime Fitness may have trainers and coaches who can guide you on your fitness journey

Guidance from the new Apple Fitness Plus and Anytime Fitness resides in the Anytime Fitness app If you have paired your smartwatch, your profile will show your Apple Watch ring progress (Fitness Plus now works without an Apple Watch) and Fitness Plus class recommendations In addition, Anytime Fitness real coaches will suggest workout routines that are in line with what you are looking for in a workout

Anytime Fitness stores already offered GymKit-enabled workout machines, but this new Fitness Plus partnership makes the iPhone and Apple Watch an even better gym accessory than before What's more, this time around, you won't have to pay for both a gym membership and a workout app subscription at the same time

As for the price of the Anytime Fitness membership, it varies by location I checked prices at several gyms near me, and the average for US locations seems to be between $50 and $60 per month Note, however, that Anytime Fitness has more than 5,500 gym locations in 42 countries worldwide, and the integration with Apple Fitness Plus will initially only apply to members at locations in the US and Canada, effective December 1