Yoga, Tai Chi, Qigong & General Fitness Apps for the Elderly - Part 2 - iOS Exclusives

By Anna Hazard

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Part 1 - Android Exclusives
Part 3 - Cross Platform

Introduction

Here are a selection of iOS exclusive apps suitable for cell phones & tablets that have a specific focus on senior appropriate fitness including gentle exercises for balance, strength, and flexibility. Choices also include apps for beginner level workouts that can be done from the comfort of a wheelchair or chair for those with limited mobility.
 
Specific senior centric apps that are exclusive to iOS tend to require upfront payments before they can downloaded or used and have less of an overall selection as compared to Android exclusive or cross platform apps. However, there is a wider range of  free general fitness apps on iOS as well as cross platform apps for seniors that are also available on iOS.

iOS Apps

Yoga For Seniors & Adults: For Increased Mobility & Flexibility

• iOS | Website ($3.99)
• Features gentle & easy yoga stretches and routines that are specifically aimed towards seniors or others with limited mobility. Includes videos for over 49 exercises for different areas of the body & 7 full work-outs.

Chair Yoga

• iOS | Website ($6.99)
• Includes instructions & illustrations for 14 easy yoga exercises for various parts of the body that can be performed from the comfort of a chair. While these stretches can be used by anyone, they are particularly helpful for seniors or those with limited physical abilities.

Tai Chi for Seniors Pro

• iOS | Website ($3.99)
• Includes 64 tai chi videos with step-by-step detailed audio & written instructions for exercises that were designed specifically with seniors in mind. Android & Windows version of this app are scheduled to be published in the future.

Tai Chi for Seniors-Exercises Guide and Health

• iOS ($2.99)
• Includes illustrated instructions, tips from experts, basic facts & introductory info on tai chi, and step-by-step video tutorials for exercises that are particularly beneficial to seniors.

 Exercise Tips For The Elderly

• iOS ($2.99)
• A simple guide to the benefits of moderate exercise in the elderly that includes a selection of senior appropriate exercises for strength, flexibility, and balance.

Lori's Movin and Groovin

• iOS | Website ($24.99)
• An app suitable for both seniors and their caregivers, it includes routines created by movement specialists for safe & entertaining exercises set to songs for those who are frail, physically limited, or for seniors with dementia. Especially useful in assisted living, nursing home, or dementia care environments where users may be limited to their chairs.

MindMate - Healthy Aging

• iOS | Website (Free)
• An overall senior health app for both mental & physical wellness, this app includes a large subsection dedicated to video exercises and workouts that are appropriate for the elderly. Includes daily physical & mental activities as well as guides to nutrition, entertainment, and other senior topics. Currently iOS exclusive, MindMate is slated to come to Android in the future.