Joint-friendly strength, mobility and low-impact cardio, with a coach who adjusts every move to how your joints feel that day.
This page is for people with arthritis, most often osteoarthritis in the knees, hips, hands or back, who know they should stay active but aren't sure what's safe on a sore day. HipTrain is live 1-on-1 personal training over video with the same certified coach every session. Sessions cost about $14, and your first one is free. We don't replace your doctor. We help you do the kind of exercise your doctor recommends, consistently.
Inactivity can make things worse. NIAMS explains that joint pain can make you less active, which can lead to muscle weakness, which may put more stress on the joint. Stronger muscles around a joint help support it. That's the cycle a regular strength routine works against.
The right mix matters. NIAMS says a safe, well-rounded program for osteoarthritis may include range-of-motion and stretching work, strengthening with weights or bands, balance and agility exercises, and low-impact activities like walking, cycling, swimming or tai chi. A coach puts those pieces together into one session so you don't have to.
"Start slowly" needs a plan. NIAMS advises starting any exercise program slowly and taking time to adjust. Your coach picks the starting point, then adds a little at a time. They also know when to hold steady.
Every day is different. Arthritis flares come and go. Because your coach sees you live, they can ask which joints hurt today and change the plan on the spot: a smaller range, a seated version, or more mobility and less load.
What we're not. HipTrain coaches are certified personal trainers. They are not doctors or physical therapists, and they don't diagnose joint problems or advise on medications or injections. If a joint is hot, very swollen or suddenly much worse, call your doctor.
An example, not a prescription. Imagine a 63-year-old man with osteoarthritis in both knees and one hand. His doctor has encouraged exercise. He has a resistance band, a sturdy chair and a step.
If his knees ache, his coach raises the seat or swaps squats for seated leg work. If his hand is sore, they skip gripping and use the band around his forearm. Same plan, adjusted to the day.
"The trainer I was linked with after a survey of my needs and schedule was Miranda. She is just amazing, she is encouraging, understanding of my physical limitations and I can take her anywhere!" (Kathleen M., Google review)
"My trainer is Demian and he is great with checking in to make sure the exercises are not causing discomfort. He is also very flexible with my changing schedules, and he is very patient." (Andrea M., Google review)
These are individual members' experiences, not promises. HipTrain is rated 5.0 on Google from 81 reviews.
The CDC's guideline for adults is 2 days of muscle-strengthening activity a week plus 150 minutes of moderate activity. Two 30-minute sessions a week is $119.99 a month, about $14 a session, and you can walk on the other days. The first session is free, no credit card needed. HipTrain's own benchmark for a typical in-person trainer is $75 or more a session.
HipTrain is HSA / FSA eligible. Under IRS Publication 502, exercise usually qualifies only when it's for a specific condition your doctor has diagnosed, which often means a Letter of Medical Necessity. Our Letter of Medical Necessity guide explains how. Always confirm with your plan.
For most people, yes. The CDC says physical activity can improve function, mood and quality of life for adults with arthritis, and NIAMS says exercise can reduce joint pain and stiffness in osteoarthritis. Speak to your doctor about what's right for you.
Mild soreness is common, but sharp or worsening pain is a signal to stop. Your coach will adjust the range, switch to seated work or focus on mobility. If a joint is red, hot or very swollen, call your doctor.
No. A chair and a resistance band cover most sessions. See our low-impact training and mobility and flexibility pages for what that looks like.
Yes. Many members train around sore knees. Our page on training with knee pain goes into more detail.
Ready to move more with someone who adjusts to your joints? Try your first session free. No credit card needed.