This week, some of the highest-ranking health-related iTunes apps in countries around the globe include an app to learn Pilates, one for managing chronic pain, and another offering brainwave entrainment for relaxation and focus.

Here are details on a selection of top ten paid and free health and fitness apps on iTunes by country/region for the week, recorded on October 17.

US: Tone It Up Buff fitness trainers Karena and Katrina will put you through the paces with workouts, daily motivations, Booty Call alarms for when it's time to get moving, and access to the Tone It Up community. $.99. itunes.apple.com/us/app/tone-it-up/id556859206?mt=8

Canada: WebMD Pain Coach This free app from health website WebMD offers a holistic approach to managing chronic pain, such as back pain, migraines, or rheumatoid arthritis. Designed to help you track and record your pain levels, set goals, get management tips, and make healthier choices to feel better. itunes.apple.com/ca/app/webmd-pain-coach/id536303342?l=fr&mt=8

France: Beginners' Pilates This app, Pilates Dbutant in French, offers a 60-minute video course that teaches you the basics of the technique. Also provides tips on form and practicing safely, as well as information on the history of Pilates and its benefits. 2.39. itunes.apple.com/fr/app/pilates-debutants/id510326177?mt=8

Brazil: Ambiscience - Binaural & Isochronic Ambient Mind Utility Fans of electronica can take their brain on a "sonic journey" to achieve desired states of mind, such as relaxation, focus, meditation, or better sleep. This free app features both binaural and isochronic beats for brainwave entrainment. itunes.apple.com/br/app/3-in-1-bundle-pack-1!-ambiscience/id318738366?mt=8

Hong Kong: Fitness Diary This app serves as "your private slimming assistant" by helping you track your weight, diet, exercise, and mood, while providing instructions on how to achieve your weight loss goals. $.99. itunes.apple.com/hk/app/fitness-diary./id511187024?mt=8

Malaysia: Malaysian Food Calorie Database Ranking as the top free health app in Malaysian's iTunes Store, this food database contains hundreds of calorie counts for Malaysian specialties, including roti canai, nasi lemak, and teh tarik. $.99. itunes.apple.com/my/app/malaysian-food-calorie-database/id511267772?mt=8

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Top health/fitness apps: WebMD Pain Coach, Ambiscience