Synopsis of the App Fitness Buddy Free is a mobile fitness journal that provides animated strength training exercise tutorials and tailored workouts.
Pros
5 workouts and 300 different exercises included in this (free) version.
Create up to 2 custom workouts.
Animated exercise tutorials are alphabetized and categorized in the exercise library.
Select exercises by muscle using the detailed body map provided.
Log exercise and workout history using the calendar log function.
Track workout history over 7 to 90 days.
Share workouts with friends using the sound transfer technology SonicastTM.
Upgrade to the pro version to create unlimited custom workouts, access weight and other trackers and over 75 pre-built workouts covering 1700+ exercises.
Cons
Basic, somewhat unappealing graphic design.
Free version excludes access to the weight, blood pressure and other body metrics trackers.
Major focus on strength training. Including cardio exercises would make the app more well-rounded.
No reminders available.
Advertisements appear on the main pages of the app.
Bottom Line
Though it's a good starter, Fitness Buddy Free leaves much to be desired. True fitness buffs will benefit from the pro version. The app is worth a download for a preview of what the pro version has to offer.
Marisa Moore, MBA, RDN, LD, is based in Atlanta and specializes in culinary nutrition, communications and consulting. She blogs at marisamoore.com. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter.
