There's An App for That....

Nike+ Running

 




With Nike+ Running you can keep track of your distance, pace, time, calories burned and have an audio feedback that provides you with motivation and encouragement as you run.  The information automatically uploads to www.nikeplus.com where you can also see the route you took and the elevation of the run you just completed.  You can also share your runs on Facebook and keep up with your "Running Buddies" and "Cheer Squad."  Both of these are groups that you can create and join to help with motivation.  The app also creates challenges so that you can compete with yourself.  This helps you to always push yourself to do a little better.


 Couch to 5K
   

With the Couch to 5K app you have an actual person acting as your virtual coach.  The coach cues you when to walk and when to run.  The app also allows you to keep track of your distance, pace with an iPhone 3G, 3GS, or iPhone 4 or greater.  If bad weather forces you inside for a run, you can also track your treadmill runs through the manual entry method.  Keep track of how you're doing with a graph that shows your distance and pace.  If you are like me and want to listen to music while you run, there is also an in-app music player that allows you to keep listening to your tunes.  This app does have both free and paid versions.  The version that I spoke about costs $1.99.

 Athlete.com Running GPS.   This app is Free.  This app allows you to keep track of your pace, route, distance, calories, and elevation.  Runs are automatically posted to www.athlete.com so that you can view your running stats and map your runs.  This app also has audio feedback that lets you know how you are doing.  You can also great running groups within this app that allows you to send messages about upcoming group runs or just keep your group up to date on how you are doing.   

 

 Livestrong: My Plate 

This app helps you keep track of your workouts as well as your what you are eating.  You can log your breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, water, and exercise for each day.  In your profile you set your stats and how much you would like to lose.  The app then tells you how many calories, carbs, proteins, and fat you should eat each day to reach that goal.  I have used this app on and off for the past couple of years.  When I am keeping track of my food and water I do much better.  Other features such as support groups and forums can be found online.