At a Glance
- Apple Fitness Plus launches new content on January 5.
- Four new workout programs and artist spotlights featuring KAROL G and Bad Bunny.
- Real-time metrics appear on Apple Watch and AirPods Pro 3 during workouts.
- Why it matters: The updates give users fresh routines, music inspiration, and performance data to stay motivated.
Apple’s fitness platform is getting a major refresh as it rolls out new workout programs, artist spotlights, and on-screen performance metrics. The changes go live on January 5 and are available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV.
New Workout Programs
The platform now offers four distinct programs that cater to different fitness goals and experience levels.
| Program | Launch | Focus | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Get Back into Fitness | January 5 | Strength, HIIT, Yoga | 3-week program, varied workouts |
| Strength Basics in 3 Weeks | January 12 | Strength fundamentals | 3 workouts/week, body-part focus |
| Back-to-Back Strength and HIIT | January 5 | Strength + HIIT | 3×20-min sessions, 10 min each |
| Build a Yoga Habit in 4 Weeks | January 5 | Yoga | 2×10-min flows/week |
Artist Spotlights & Guest Trainers
Apple Fitness Plus will feature music and celebrity guests to keep workouts engaging.
- KAROL G artist spotlight series
- Bad Bunny spotlight on February 2
- Time to Walk episodes with Michelle Monaghan, Penn Badgley, and Mel B
- Workout guests: Allie Bennett, Luke & Paul Harwerth, Remy Park
- Apple also plans additional artist spotlights for 2026.
Real-time Metrics and Language Options
Users with Apple Watch and AirPods Pro 3 can see burn bars, heart rate, and activity ring progress directly on the screen, and compare their stats to others.
In December, the platform added digital dubbing in Spanish, German, and Japanese to broaden accessibility.
Key Takeaways
- Four new workout programs launch on January 5.
- Artist spotlights include KAROL G, Bad Bunny, and celebrity guests.
- Real-time metrics and multilingual dubbing enhance user engagement.
Apple Fitness Plus’s updates aim to keep users motivated and connected to a diverse fitness community.
