Apple Fitness+ on macOS?

Why is there no way to watch the Fitness+ workouts on a Mac? That seem ludicrous. I understand that Apple likely wants to control which devices (apple devices) that this service can be used on. But this IS and apple device. I have an apple monitor plugged into a Mac mini...

Watching on a phone screen is just not workable while bouncing around on a treadmill or bike, etc. This makes the service hard to use, and less likely that I will continue with the service. I was jazzed about the trial when I bought my watch, and I've tried it out and it looks like a nice service.... except for the fact that i have to view it on a phone screen....

I do not have an iPad or AppleTV, nor do I plan on buying either because I watch movies/etc. from my Mac.

Seriously Apple. How hard would it be to have a macOS app for this. I guess there's *not* "an app for that".

Mac mini, macOS 10.15

Posted on Mar 13, 2021 3:31 PM

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Mar 23, 2021 11:46 AM in response to Rudegar

Thanks for the reply. I did leave some feedback at the link you mention. I guess I was hoping that other users may have the same problem and voice their feedback here as well. And further, I hope that Apple takes a peak every now and again at the problems that users post here on this forum.


What I'm really hoping for is a MacOS Fitness+ app that syncs to the Apple Watch in the same way that the iOS one currently does. That would create a much better user experience for many people I think, whether it be on their laptop or a larger monitor placed in front of their workout space.


I think I was just frustrated that after spending a lot of money on a smart watch, that I would then have to purchase another device to properly use the Fitness+ feature. That said, I should walk back some of the frustration I voiced above and mention some positives:

  1. The Fitness+ app itself is wonderful. Great features and plenty of workouts.
  2. It's a powerful motivator. The trainers are very positive and make me want to work out (which is a huge plus for me).
  3. It has helped me to build a daily routine which I think will help me get back into shape (also a huge plus).



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