Seven - 7 Minute Workout app

An app for people who want short, guided workouts that don’t require equipment such as beginners, busy people who struggle to fit in longer sessions and anyone wanting a simple way to stay active at home or while travelling.

Seven - 7 Minute Workout app app	By Perigee
	Features Goal setting – users can set fitness goals, such as getting fitter, stronger or losing weight and the app suggests workout plans based on these. Tracking – the app keeps a basic record of completed workouts and progress towards goals, but doesn’t provide detailed stats or performance feedback. Reminders – users can set daily reminders to prompt them to complete a workout, helping to build consistency.
Country of origin	Sweden
Clinical review	Read a clinical review below.
Security and privacy	Does the app: Collect medical information? No Require a login? Yes Have password protection? Yes Have a privacy policy? Yes Require internet access to use? Yes Read more about safety and security when using apps. Brochures: Tips to improve your privacy and security [PDF, 65 KB] Healthify He Puna Waiora, NZ Staying safe online(external link) Netsafe, NZ
Cost	Basic is free, but there is a paid upgrade version.
Advertisements	This app contains no ads.
How to get the app	(external link) (external link) (external link)

Seven is a fitness app built around short, bodyweight workouts that take about seven minutes to complete. The sessions are designed as high-intensity circuits and can be done anywhere without equipment. Users can pick from a range of options, including strength, cardio, mobility and stretching. The workouts are shown through cartoon animations with audio cues, which keeps things simple but may not be detailed enough for learning proper technique. A paid upgrade unlocks more personalised plans and extra routines.

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This section is based on the free version of the app.

PROS	CONS
✔ Quick, equipment-free workouts that can be done anywhere. ✔ Simple to use with clear audio and cartoon guidance. ✔ Goal setting, tracking, and reminders support consistency. ✔ Variety of short workout options (strength, cardio, mobility, stretching). ✔ Suitable for beginners or people short on time.	✘ No real video demonstrations — cartoons may not show safe technique. ✘ Tracking is very basic with limited feedback or progress detail. ✘ No tailoring for medical conditions or individual limitations. ✘ Lacks community support or expert input. ✘ Generic, not specific to New Zealand context.

PROS

CONS

✔ Quick, equipment-free workouts that can be done anywhere.

✔ Simple to use with clear audio and cartoon guidance.

✔ Goal setting, tracking, and reminders support consistency.

✔ Variety of short workout options (strength, cardio, mobility, stretching).

✔ Suitable for beginners or people short on time.

✘ No real video demonstrations — cartoons may not show safe technique.

✘ Tracking is very basic with limited feedback or progress detail.

✘ No tailoring for medical conditions or individual limitations.

✘ Lacks community support or expert input.

✘ Generic, not specific to New Zealand context.

Clinical review

Reviewer: Olivia Hadlow HNCT. Head trainer at Negative 25 Training, Registered Clinical Nutritionist
Date of review: September 2025
Platform: Apple
Version: 10.6.3 Note: This review is based on the free version of the app.
Comments: Seven offers a simple way to stay active with short, equipment-free workouts that can be done anywhere. It’s easy to use and the reminders can help people keep up a regular routine. However, the guidance is limited to cartoon demonstrations, which don’t provide enough detail for learning safe technique. Tracking and feedback are basic and the app isn’t tailored for people with health conditions or specific needs. Overall, it may suit beginners or busy people wanting quick workouts, but it has clear limitations compared with more comprehensive fitness apps.
Safety concerns: The workouts are only demonstrated with simple cartoon animations, which don’t show proper form or technique in enough detail. This could increase the risk of poor movement patterns or injury, especially for beginners or people with existing health conditions. There’s also no in-app screening to check if the exercises are suitable for different fitness levels or medical needs.
New Zealand reelvance: The app can be useful for New Zealanders looking for simple, equipment-free workouts at home or while travelling. However, it isn’t tailored to the New Zealand context, there are no local references, cultural considerations, or links to New Zealand health guidelines.

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