Best Stretching Apps of 2023

The StretchIt app is all about setting and reaching your stretching goals to improve movement and flexibility. The app offers a variety of classes (with video demonstrations) that combine stretches from yoga, gymnastics, bodyweight training, pilates, and more, and each stretching class is sorted by categories such as bendy back, full-body stretch, or the splits. 

One of the great benefits of this app is that you can filter the various classes by length and difficulty to suit any time constraints or skill level you’re currently at, and offer 5 to 45-minute classes.

Another perk of this app is that you can download the stretching classes directly onto your phone, tablet, or computer in case you are practicing your stretches in an area without Wi-Fi or cell service. 

StretchIt offers curated training programs and challenges, where you’ll take before and after pictures to track your progress. The app will ask for feedback after each class you take so that it can further guide you towards the next one or challenge to help you push your flexibility (safely) and reach your stretching goals. 

StretchIt offers a free trial and then charges you once that period is over. It also offers various plans: The app costs $19.99 per month, and annual access is $160. 

Whether you can barely touch your toes or have mastered the splits, the Stretch & Flexibility at Home app is ideal for any skill level. One of the app's benefits is the stretches for specific needs.

For example, you can practice specific stretches designed for the body after a long run, or you can choose one of the many pain relief stretches the app offers for whichever area of your body might be ailing you that day. The app offers dynamic stretching, stretching exercises for flexibility, warm-up exercises, stretching routines, stretching for runners, and much more.

Stretch & Flexibility will lead you through various stretches using a voice and video guide so that you can see how each move is done properly. With the app, you can track how many exercises and calories you have burned after each exercise. Plus, you can also set weekly goals for how many days you would like to practice your stretches.

The app does offer multiple exercises and stretches available for free, but if you would like access to all the stretches on the app, you have to sign up for a subscription. The subscription service offers a free trial at first, and then charges $4.99 per month or $19.99 per year.

Start Stretching is perfect for all the beginners out there who want to incorporate some stretches into their daily or weekly routine, but aren’t interested in committing more than 10 minutes per day to stretch. 

The app's interface is easy to use and the stretches are simple to implement. Unlike some other apps that offer video tutorials of each position, this app only has illustrations; they’re easy to follow, but the lack of video tutorials is something to consider when downloading Start Stretching. 

You can use the in-app timer during your stretching exercises, and you can also adjust the length of time to hold each stretch. We love the Start Stretching app because the exercises are short (just a few minutes each) and require no equipment.

The biggest downside with this app is the lack of options—you only have access to the available stretches in the app, and there is no option to add more stretches or change up the routine. Advanced stretchers probably won’t be challenged with this stretch app. 

The app is free to download and use and doesn’t require any trial period or subscription payment.

Learning how to do the splits isn’t just a great party trick—it can help prevent injuries, relieve any muscle stiffness, increase muscle strength and improve circulation, too. Whether you’re a gymnast or have never attempted the splits in your life, Splits Training will help you get there, regardless of which skill level you’re currently on. 

All you need is 10 minutes a day to work on stretching your splits. The app offers step-by-step instructions and animated video guides to help you learn dynamic and static stretches to open your hip flexors and gain more flexibility.

It also promises to have you improve your splits after 30 days of consistent practice. You can customize your own training plan within the app, and choose between beginner, intermediate, or advanced levels. 

It is free to access the beginner level of this app, but you have to pay to access the intermediate and advanced levels. It offers a free trial and then charges $19.99 per year for the subscription.

Created for athletes and Crossfit fans, pliability is ideal for those who are serious about their stretching, flexibility, and mobility during exercise. This app will help you focus on a specific body part or goal each day, and offers tutorial videos for the stretch. 

Because the app was created for those who are already pretty active, it might not be ideal for beginners who are just learning new stretches. Pliability is a great addition to any athlete’s current workout routine, as it will help your overall mobility in other workouts or sports games you enjoy participating in. 

Once you download pliability, you will be more inclined to stay on track with your stretching routine, as the app offers accountability to the user. It can also help you hone in on specific areas of your body that you’re finding are tight, and work on stretching those areas.

Unlike other apps which offer shorter stretch circuits, you’ll need to put aside 15 to 20 minutes to complete the exercise workouts within the pliability app. 

Pliability offers a free, 7-day trial, but costs $13.99 per month or $139.99 per year to access the app once your trial ends.