Synopsis of the App: Openfit offers streaming fitness classes and custom nutrition plans with a side of motivation in one place.
Price and Platform: Free. Apple and Android
RDN Score: 4/5
Pros
Attractive and easy-to-use app.
Stream live classes led by trainers who know your name and will personally coach you through workouts in real time.
Pick from a number of live, on-demand and upcoming classes that range from walking to HIIT, kickboxing, yoga and stretching.
Users enter food preferences and allergies for a custom meal plan.
Meal plans are generally balanced for macronutrients.
Easily remove, replace and log meals or add items you eat from the Openfit nutrition database.
Includes an assessment upon starting to determine what you want to achieve from using the app.
Includes non-binary language to accommodate people from all backgrounds.
Option to turn on notifications and reminders for upcoming classes.
Includes a complete tutorial tour on using the app.
Includes a free seven-day trial.
Cons
Promises to show you exactly what to eat to get the results you want.
Must share a phone number to access real-time workouts with trainers.
Requires age and weight to get a meal plan.
Bottom Line: Although it might push privacy limits for some and overpromises a bit on the meal plans, Openfit is ideal for independent exercisers who need a bit more motivation and want to be part of a community.
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.
Synopsis of the App: Openfit offers streaming fitness classes and custom nutrition plans with a side of motivation in one place.
