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Wellness App Review: MotionTraxx

Ever find yourself bored at the gym? Looking for more guidance, but unsure if you want to take a group class? You may be interested in MotionTraxx. This free app provides you both a soundtrack and a top fitness instructor to help you maximize your workout. It is available for both Android and iOS. You’ll feel great after working out to some fun music while getting encouragement!

How it works

Upon downloading the app, you’ll be asked to sign up. If you want to try the app before signing up, you can do so. It will allow you to perform one workout of your choice. You can choose from treadmill, bike, elliptical, other cardio (assorted types of workouts), and the “surprise me” option. Next, you’ll choose the length of your workout. The app will then generate a list of workouts you may be interested in trying. Note that you will need to subscribe to the app after doing a certain amount of workouts with it.

When you find a workout you like, get started! You’ll hear fun, upbeat music timed perfectly to the exercise you’re performing. At the same time, your fitness instructor will provide guidance and encouragement to help you through the workout.

Pros

  • Easy-to-use app featuring a variety of workouts.
  • The instructors are highly credentialed and certified fitness instructors who have been featured in exercise publications.
  • Includes fun music to keep your energy up.
  • There is even a feature that will customize the speed and type of music based on your intensity level.

Cons

  • After a certain amount of workouts, you have to subscribe to the app.
  • It can be difficult to find straight walking or running workouts.
  • Some of the workouts require equipment that most people don’t have on hand, but you could often still perform the workout without it.

Consensus

If you find yourself bored with your workout and own personal playlist of exercise songs, you’ll definitely want to check out this app. It features a wide variety of music and exercises. Using the app regularly can help you track your progress and increase your motivation to exercise.