# 12 Minute Athlete — HIIT Workouts

> High-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts for minimal time and equipment. (iPhone/iPad app by 12 Minute Athlete.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/12-minute-athlete/id665678340 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [12 Minute Athlete](https://appshunter.io/developer/665678343)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Sports
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 502 App Store ratings · 175 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 255 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-07-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/12-minute-athlete/id665678340/reviews.md

## What is 12 Minute Athlete?

Get in the best shape of your life today. No excuses!

12 Minute Athlete is a high intensity interval training (HIIT) regimen of incredibly effective workouts that you can do in around just 12 minutes a day with minimal equipment & no gym membership.

“Never has it been easier to get in a workout. Seriously, this app is so simple to use, it gives you a new workout with exactly the gear you have on hand & you don’t even need to set your timer. And it takes 12 minutes. Boom!”

“Absolutely the best fitness app for those who want a truly killer workout in minimal time whether or not you have access to a gym or equipment. If you get only one fitness app ever, this is the one to buy.”

“This is the best app I have EVER purchased. It is priceless. I love the pics and the videos. The timer is great! Everything about it is amazing. It’s so simple & easy to use.”

“Excellent app. Very well designed, great workout randomized to keep you motivated each day. I’ve been a fan of 12 Minute Athlete on the web for some time now & this app is exactly what I would have hoped for!”

“This app makes it so easy to get a varied, quick, hardcore workout in. From the built in timer to the videos explaining the moves to the selection of workouts based off of equipment one has available, this is a godsend. Who doesn’t have 12 minutes in their day to do something good for themselves?”

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FEATURES

Includes detailed instructions & video demonstrations of the exercises to help you get through each of the workouts. Just pick how long you want your workout to be, choose which equipment you want to use, then work hard!

- 185+ full-body HIIT workouts to choose from. Workouts are either 12 minutes, 16 minutes or time challenge.
- Short, intense workouts focus on strength, cardio, interval & core training.
- Seven possible equipment choices with option to choose bodyweight-only workout as well.
- Simple functionality, easy & fun to use.
- 35+ bodyweight and equipment-based exercises included.
- Access to step-by-step instructions and video demonstrations for every exercise, any time.
- Ability to save favorite workouts and interval timers for easy access.
- Share your workout on Facebook & Twitter.
- Interval timer & stopwatch give options to do your own workouts at any time.
- Integration with the iPhone Health Application 

NEW: BECOME A SUPER ATHLETE

Join the virtual 12 Minute Athlete gym & take your fitness to the next level. Subscribe now for $9.99/month or $99.99/year & get:

- Immediate access to 200+ awesome new workouts, including AMRAP, boxing, tabata workouts & more
- Set up goals for how many workouts a week you want to do and the app will remind you 
- Get all new workouts 3-4x a week pushed straight to your phone as soon as they're released on 12minuteathlete.com!
- Workout Tracking & Data Visualization: Track your workout activity, view your PRs & see lifetime insights with really cool graphs and visual aids.
- User Profile & Goal Setting: Easily view your personal data, keep track of PRs, workout frequency & more. 
- Workout Power Packs: Power Packs include Apartment-friendly workouts, Tabata workouts, Boxing workouts & more!
- Access to our brand new Workout Programs

Subscription Terms:
- Payments will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
- Subscriptions automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period
- Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period
- Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
- Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable

Full Terms of Service & Privacy Policy: 12minuteathlete.com/privacy-policy

## Key features

- 185+ full-body HIIT workouts
- 12, 16 minute, or time challenge options
- Strength, cardio, interval, and core training
- Bodyweight and equipment-based exercises
- Video demonstrations for all exercises
- Customizable interval timers
- Workout tracking and data visualization

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Super Athlete | $9.99 | per month |
| Super Athlete | $3.99 | per month |
| Super Athlete | $99.99 | per year |
| Super Athlete | $9.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Apartment Friendly Workouts | $0.99 | one-time |
| Conditioning Workouts | $0.99 | one-time |
| Upper Body Strength Workouts | $0.99 | one-time |
| 4-Minute Tabata Workouts | $0.99 | one-time |
| Boxing HIIT Workouts | $0.99 | one-time |
| Strong Core Workouts | $0.99 | one-time |
| Beginner HIIT Workouts | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of 12 Minute Athlete?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Efficient workouts
- 👍 Variety of exercises
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Helpful tutorial videos
- 👍 Motivating
- 👍 Convenient for home/travel

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes/bugs
- 🔒 Account/login issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔍 Limited free content
- 🤔 Unclear exercise selection
- 🤔 Inconvenient features (shake to start)

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when selecting workouts
- Apple Watch app not functioning
- Unable to access purchased content

**Most requested features**

- Ability to create custom workouts
- Improved Apple Watch integration
- Better workout tracking and history
- More equipment options
- Countdown/audio cues during workouts

## Recent user reviews (10 of 175)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/12-minute-athlete/id665678340/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Scam

*2025-03-14, version 8.3*

I liked this app when it first started I bought a couple of workouts that I liked and now I don’t have access to them anymore and I’m out the money I spent and they locked me out Im not able to even access the workouts I originally bought. They turned from buying workouts that you like into subscription based and the original people that helped to build up their business they screwed. If they did this to me, they’ll do it to you.

### 1/5 — Nope

*2024-10-22, version 8.2*

Doesn’t take level of fitness into account. Requires account setup just to get started. Doesn’t ask for any info on weight, age, or possible injuries before generating a workout - that’s just asking for someone to get injured or discouraged from excessively high level workouts. 
The red background that is present on every screen is unpleasant to have as a constant background while the app is open. Lastly, the lack of options that exist in the app to delete my account information is not a good thing - which is why I’m glad I used an email alias to open the account, so I can at least close the forwarding alias.

### 1/5 — Too quick to reply

*2024-08-25, version 8.2*

Haven’t tried it yet- give me a break

### 3/5 — My health

*2023-06-26, version 8.2*

Improvement in my fitness

### 4/5 — Good content but mediocre UI / tech

*2023-01-31, version 8.2*

I got this app because I wanted to use my watch exclusively without my phone. That promise is partially delivered. The phone needs to be in range to start any workout. There's no way to add the app to your watch homescreen. You'd think they'd program that so you use it more. It's unclear how to stop or pause a workout - Maybe this by design? Eh. The redeeming factor is the workouts themselves. The content of them and the portion of the UI while you're doing the workout

### 3/5 — Watch app doesn’t work

*2022-05-05, version 7.4*

Looking for an interval timer that works for Apple Watch so I can do intervals while running. There’s a watch app but whenever I try to open it, it immediately crashes. Otherwise, it’s a good timer! I can set my own intervals and go.

### 1/5 — Dumb

*2022-04-10, version 7.4*

This app won’t let me sign in and it’s kinda getting on my nerves #RUDE

### 1/5 — App won’t load!

*2022-04-05, version 7.4*

Hate to give a lousy review but this app won’t load on my iPad, my wife’s iPad, my iPhone, or my wife’s phone. Turned off VPN. Would love to give it a fair trial but it won’t let me. Tried before noon multiple times and now this afternoon. No luck.

### 1/5 — Junk

*2022-04-05, version 7.4*

Can’t even creat an account! Junk app and interface.

### 1/5 — Ugh

*2022-02-11, version 7.4*

I bought this app years ago and loved that I could shake it for a new workout sequence. It was such a good product. Over the years, it’s changed. The app became glitchy. I had to email customer service more than once just to log-in. Now it’s a subscription model, which is not what I originally paid for. I paid for something under certain terms and now the business doesn’t honor those terms. That’s called bait and switch.

## Frequently asked questions about 12 Minute Athlete

### What is the 12 Minute Athlete app?

The 12 Minute Athlete app provides high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts that can be completed in approximately 12 minutes. It focuses on strength, cardio, interval, and core training, requiring minimal equipment and no gym membership.

### What kind of workouts does the app offer?

The app offers over 185 full-body HIIT workouts, with options for 12 minutes, 16 minutes, or time challenges. You can choose workouts based on seven different equipment choices, including bodyweight-only options.

### How much does the 12 Minute Athlete app cost?

The app itself is free to download and use, offering a selection of workouts. For access to over 200 new workouts, goal setting, and new content pushed regularly, users can subscribe to the 'Super Athlete' program for $9.99/month or $99.99/year.

### What are the benefits of using the 12 Minute Athlete app?

The app offers short, intense, and effective workouts that fit into busy schedules. It includes detailed instructions and video demonstrations for each exercise, customizable timers, and workout tracking to help users stay motivated and see their progress.

### Can I use this app if I don't have any equipment?

Yes, the app offers bodyweight-only workout options, making it suitable for users with no equipment. You can select bodyweight as your preferred equipment choice to access these routines.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.3 — 2025-01-02

Bug fixes and improvements.

### 8.2 — 2023-01-04

Bug fixes and improvements.

### 8.1 — 2022-09-14

Bug fixes and improvements.

### 8.0 — 2022-08-12

Bug fixes and improvements.

### 7.4 — 2021-09-21

Minor bug fixes

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