Why do you not have any low impact workouts for people over 40 with any issues?

I really like the Apple fitness but I am over 50 with knee problems. Why can’t we have any low impact workouts?

Posted on Mar 30, 2023 6:57 AM

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LD150

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Mar 30, 2023 9:33 AM in response to Sarawarm

You are not talking to Apple here, we are fellow users.

There are plenty, Swim, Tai Chi, elliptical, Mixed cardio, Trad weight training, core training, pilates....

It really doesn't matter much which one you use, all you are trying to do is measure heart rate and duration to calculate active calories, the workout name just helps you keep track.

If you want cardio fitness calculation the only low impact one that will do that is Outdoor walk.

Put any more suggestions to Apple themselves https://apple.com/feedback

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