?? Future of Wellness: Web and Mobile Development for Fitness Apps

Since COVID-19 hit, many of us have been rethinking our health, our routines, and what it really means to feel well.

This global shift has completely reshaped the wellness industry, and it's still evolving. Fitness and wellness apps are no longer just “nice to have” — they’re central to how people take control of their lives, from mental health to physical fitness.

At Sommo, we’ve seen this firsthand. We’re helping fitness and wellness companies bring their ideas to life in ways that are faster, more cost-effective, and, most importantly, impactful. ?? But traditional software development? It has a few serious challenges for companies in this space:

1. High Costs: Traditional development demands heavy investments that small to medium wellness businesses often can’t afford.
2. Lengthy Development Cycles: Wellness trends shift fast, and waiting months to launch just doesn’t cut it anymore.
3. Maintenance Headaches: Bug fixes, updates, and feature improvements can quickly drain resources.
4. Integration Nightmares: Stitching together various systems like payments, scheduling, and customer engagement tools can be a serious pain.

So how do you solve all this without sacrificing the quality of your product?

That’s where no-code development comes in. It’s the shortcut that doesn’t cut corners. Here's why it's working for wellness companies right now:

• Low cost: Non-technical teams can build robust apps without needing to hire large (and expensive) development teams.
• Fast results: Pre-built components and drag-and-drop interfaces let us prototype, iterate, and deploy solutions quicker than traditional development.
• Easy maintenance: Updates? Bug fixes? With no-code, your team can handle most of these in-house without touching any code.
• Built-in integrations: Seamlessly connect with popular tools for payments, scheduling, and marketing—without the headache.

Recent Success Stories from Sommo

A Habit Tracker App with Personalized Challenges

When our client approached us to develop a habit-building app, we saw the opportunity to create something unique. Inspired by popular apps like BetterMe and Everfit.io , this habit tracker app allows users to "bet on themselves" to cultivate better routines. Security was a top priority, so we ensured user data protection and implemented trusted payment systems.

Challenge for us: Develop the MVP in just two months. We won that bet! ??

Within a week, we crafted a vibrant UI Kit reflecting the app's motivational essence, both desktop and mobile versions of the web application, a quiz flow to engage users, a responsive website (desktop and mobile) and App Store/Play Market screens.

Bubble was our go-to solution due to its speed, security, and flexibility. We utilized Webflow for the landing page, ensuring it was sleek and responsive. To optimize the user experience, we conducted A/B testing with various payment systems and found that PayPal was the star performer. We integrated Stripe for additional payment options and leveraged ChartMogul and Amplitude for tracking user behavior and financial metrics.

Understanding the importance of a mobile-first experience, we converted this habit tracker app into native mobile apps for iOS and Android using Natively — all within a day. Now, users are actively building better routines and transforming their lives!

Check it out: Website Link | Google Play | App Store

Innovative Use Cases in Wellness & Fitness

We’ve also identified several innovative ways no-/ low-code development can enhance the fitness and wellness industry:

1. Personalized Fitness Plans – No-code platforms can create applications that automatically generate tailored workout and nutrition plans based on user data.
2. Virtual Training Sessions – Establish seamless virtual training platforms that integrate easily with existing tools.
3. Wellness Apps – Build comprehensive wellness apps featuring activity tracking, mental health resources, and more without writing a single line of code.
4. Online Community Building – Foster client engagement through social networks and forums, enhancing support and participation.
5. Automated Scheduling and Payments – Streamline booking and payment processes, enhancing user experience and reducing admin burdens.

Find 5 more ideas for wellness or fitness app made with low-code in our new usecase ??

Real-World Applications

At Natively, we’ve helped convert several wellness and fitness apps, including:

• Fitside: An AI-powered diet and workout coach for personalized fitness journeys.

• Mindberg: A self-care app combining Jungian psychology with AI for a tailored self-care experience.

At Sommo, we’re passionate about helping wellness and fitness companies move faster, build smarter, and deliver better experiences. No-code is empowering businesses to keep up with a fast-moving market while staying true to their mission of improving people’s lives.

If you’re in the fitness or wellness space and want to explore how no-code can transform your business, let’s connect. ?? We’re here to help you make the leap.