Thankfully, there’s a number of clever smartphone applications which can make reaching our goals a whole lot easier. Here are 12 of the best health and fitness applications for you to check out!
Runners
1. RunKeeper (Android/Apple)
RunKeeper is a fantastic running tracker that’s a joy to use. You can quickly and easily create routes, then track and analyze your performance. It even allows you to build fitness plans to help accomplish a variety of goals. RunKeeper’s slick interface also has a lot going on under the surface. This powerful application offers boatloads of integration with other applications and even smart devices.
2. C25K: Couch to 5K (Android/Apple)
This beautifully named application will kick you off the couch and carve you into a marathon runner! It’s a great choice for anyone who decides to take on this daunting fitness challenge. Choose from different training programs from zero all the way up to a whopping 10k! Don’t worry, the excellent tracking features will ensure you don’t skip your training sessions!
Gym Junkies
3. JEFIT Workout Exercise Trainer (Android/Apple)
While in the gym, it’s essential to use the correct lifting forms and patterns. Otherwise, your results will be sub-par and you will probably injure yourself. Thankfully, JEFIT can prevent this by becoming your very own personal trainer. A very knowledgeable one, thanks to the vast database of 1300+ exercises with animations and tips. Furthermore, you can make use of fitness plans and tracking to reach your goals.
4. FitNotes Gym Workout Log (Android Only)
Progression in the gym will lead to the fastest improvements in the mirror. FitNotes offers an exceptional way to organize workouts, track lifts and see your progress. It’s truly fully free, distracting adverts included! FitNotes offers excellent customization, enabling users to build custom workout routines and tailor them to suit their needs. A must-download application for serious gym goers!
5. StrongLifts 5×5 (Android/Apple)
For those that weren’t already aware, StrongLifts is a legendary weightlifting program. It can even be adapted to efficiently achieve a number of goals such as all out-strength, building muscle or fat loss. With this application, you gain an expert StrongLifts instructor. You will be instructed exactly, which exercises to perform and how to progress. It even has advanced features to allow for missed workouts, lifting failures and plateaus. It’s a true godsend for budding bodybuilders!
Diet Control
6. MyFitnessPal Calorie Counter (Android/Apple)
MyFitnessPal has become one of the most popular dietary trackers available, and for good reason. Calorie counting is a snap with it’s 5+ million food database. You can quickly calculate calories in recipes and confidently track your diet. With the addition of fitness tracking functions this application has become an excellent all-in-one solution!
7. My Diet Coach (Android/Apple)
My Diet Coach is an excellent application for beginners to learn how to manipulate their diets for healthy weight loss. Users will gain helpful information, tips, and even strong motivation to continue! Most notably, it encourages slow and steady lifestyle adjustments with a friendly approach. Also, the calorie and progress tracking systems are simply a breeze to use.
8. FatSecret Calorie Counter (Android/Apple)
FatSecret offers a powerful nutrition-tracking platform, without becoming too overwhelming for new users. It enables quick logging of meals and food whilst tracking calories through exercise. There are a couple of nifty features too, such as barcode scanning, recipe ideas, Facebook and Google integration. If you need an efficient application for tracking your diet, FatSecret makes a fine choice.
SmartWatch Wearers
9. Google Fit (Android Only)
Google Fit has undergone a bunch of updates since last year, providing more functionality and trackable metrics than ever! It’s now a great personal fitness hub for Android Wear device owners. It’s relatively simple to use, completely free and always improving with regular updates. If you’re rocking an android smart watch, get Google Fit!
10. Nike+ Running (Android/Apple)
Nike has developed an unbeatable reputation in the sports/fitness industry. Their Nike+ Fuel Band pioneered fitness wearables, and now their Running application is available across multiple platforms. Nike+ Running is well optimized for both Android Wear and Apple Watch users. As well as tracking your distance and location, you can even submit yourself to online leader boards and receive encouragement from others!
Fun Motivation
11. Ingress (Android/Apple)
If you could transform fitness into a highly addictive game would it help you get into shape? If so, you need to check out Ingress, the location-based, augmented reality location adventure! Ingress will have you out on an exciting scavenger hunt and completing interactive missions alongside others. Use it to bring out your competitive side and it will give you the motivation you need.
12. Zombies, Run! (Android/Apple)
In the case of a zombie apocalypse, it would truly be survival of the fittest. Or in this case, you will become increasing fit while feeling for your life! Zombies, Run! is a fully immersive and dramatic zombie survival adventure game. There’s no better way to get your adrenaline pumping than hearing and almost believing you are being pursued. Jogging down to the shops now becomes a perilous supply run, you’ve got to run to stay alive!
