A better posture and toned body is within reach with these highly rated apps.
Let’s be real, finding a workout that’s gentle on your joints and wildly effective is like stumbling on the fitness holy grail.
Enter wall Pilates, the minimalist, gravity-defying movement trend that’s taking over the trendiest gyms and social media feeds alike — and for good reason.
By using the wall as a prop, wall Pilates allows you to engage deeper muscles, improve alignment and add resistance without the need for fancy machines or studio reformers.
Whether you’re a seasoned Pilates pro or just dipping your toe into the wellness pool, these wall Pilates apps deliver pro-level guidance, anytime, anywhere.
Scroll, download and let the wall do the (supportive) heavy lifting.
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BetterMe
Best for: women who want a personalised training plan
This app is basically your Pilates fairy godmother. Answer a quiz to determine your exercise needs (including your current lifestyle, physique, diet and problem areas), and you’ll be met with a personalised plan to follow.
Of course, you’re not restricted to this plan — there are over 3,000 different types of activity you can try, demonstrated by a plethora of wall Pilates videos.
The app features specialised pre-natal and postpartum classes tailored to mums, called ‘Busy Mums Pilates’.
More than just a fitness app, BetterMe also encompasses meditation and nutrition guides, for 360 wellness.
Why we love it:
- Personalised plan
- Nutrition and mental health guides
- Plenty of free features
The BetterMe app is free to download with premium in-app additions available for purchase.
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FitOn
Best for: women who want variety
FitOn isn’t just a Pilates app — but its wall Pilates offerings are chef’s kiss. Led by celebrity trainers, the sessions are short (think: 15-20 mins) but effective.
You can tailor your workout to include ‘no-equipment’, ‘pre- and post-natal’, ‘low-impact’, ‘before-bed’, ‘at-work’, and ‘with-kids’.
Also, take your pick from classes that target specific muscle groups, beginner-friendly videos and even cardio-infused sessions.
Why we love it:
- Short but effective workouts
- Unmatched variety of classes
- Big-name instructors like Jonathon van Ness
The FitOn app is free to download with premium in-app additions available for purchase.
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Reverse Health
Best for: women over 40
This app has been designed for women over 40, meaning the workouts are tailored with your body’s needs in mind. It offers a structured and personalised approach to achieve fitness goals, enhance flexibility and improve muscle tone.
The app features a 28-day wall Pilates challenge, with a short 10-15 minute workout every day — requiring no equipment other than a mat.
This plan incorporates low-impact exercises using the support of a wall, making it gentle on the joints and ideal for women seeking a sustainable way to stay active, build strength and improve posture.
Why we love it:
- Designed for women aged 40 and over
- Daily wellness tips and motivation
- Progress tracker
The Reverse Health app starts from £25 monthly, with the quarterly option now £52 and half a year’s support available for £60.
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Sweat
Best for: Pilates newbies
This app was built by women, for women — and it shows.
Rather than have you dip in and out of random videos, Sweat is long-term-programme based. The Pilates challenges range from six to 16 weeks, meaning you can commit to the one that works best for you, and know you’ll see results by the end.
For newbies who’ve never tried Pilates before, there are four optional foundation weeks available at the start of the programmes to help you get comfortable and confident with the training style.
For those short on time or unable to commit, there are also express videos that take just 10-20 minutes to complete.
Why we love it:
- Programme-based training
- For all fitness levels
- Foundation classes
The Sweat app is free to download with premium in-app additions available for purchase. There is a seven-day free trial available.
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Pilates Anytime
Best for: high-quality instructors
This app boasts one of the largest libraries of Pilates content, with over 200 industry-leading teachers sharing classes.
The workouts range from five to over 60 minutes, meaning it’s easy to find the right video for you.
As well as plenty of wall Pilates classes (we recommend Alexandra Bohlinger’s Wall to Wall programme) there are plenty of other types of Pilates available if you like variety.
Why we love it:
- High-quality practitioners
- Contains all forms of Pilates
- Over 3,700 videos
Pilates Anytime costs £19.99 per month or £199 per year. There’s a 15-day free trial available.
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