Use technology to stay active with these exercise apps.
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MapMyRun
does exactly what the title denotes: it maps your run using GPS. Not only that,
but it also tells you your speed, total distance, time, elevation change, and
overall calories burned. All your runs are saved, so you can look back at
anytime to track your progress. The creators of this app have also created
other apps for cycling, hiking, walking, dog walking, and more. Best of all:
it’s free!
Nike Training Club
offers a variety of training activities, from cardio to weight lifting. It has
over 90 custom and comprehensive workouts and allows you to set goals like “Get
Lean,” “Get Strong” or “Get Toned.” After that, you just select your fitness
level and the app will create several workouts from 30-45 minutes long. Each
exercise comes with photos, step-by-step instructions, or a video. You can even
play music from your phone at the same time as you are completing your circuit
training workouts. Oh, and this one is free, too. What’s not to like?
Need motivation? Try "Zombies, Run!" |
Fitness Buddy
is for those who want to build muscle and strength. The paid version, which
costs $0.99 includes more than 1,700 exercises, 1,000 HD photos, and more than
45 full-length workouts. The free version offers 300 exercises and dozens of
workouts to explore before deciding whether or not to purchase the app. The
workouts featured utilize several types of gym equipment such as kettlebells
and resistance bands, making it the perfect gym companion. Like MapMyRun,
Fitness Buddy allows you to track your progress over time, making it even more
valuable.
Which fitness apps have you tried at home? I have RunKeeper
on my phone at home, but I haven’t decided how I feel about it yet. I enjoy
being able to track how far I’ve run, what my pace is, calories I’ve burned and
everything else. It feels a little like a prize at the end of a long
workout—something I can hold up and say, “Look what I accomplished!” Certainly,
fitness apps are not for everyone, but for those who have a hard time getting
motivated or coming up with workouts, they could be incredibly helpful.
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