{"id":7899,"date":"2022-04-06T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-06T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joggingvideo.com\/tech\/mobile\/5-great-running-apps-to-help-you-meet-your-fitness-goals\/"},"modified":"2022-04-06T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2022-04-06T00:00:00","slug":"5-great-running-apps-to-help-you-meet-your-fitness-goals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/1800birks4u.com\/tech\/mobile\/5-great-running-apps-to-help-you-meet-your-fitness-goals\/","title":{"rendered":"5 great apps for new runners"},"content":{"rendered":"

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With that springtime sunshine peeking through your window, it’s a better time than ever to get outside and start learning to run.\u00a0<\/p>\n

When you’re new to running, it can be difficult to keep up your motivation and stay on track — especially as the days get hotter and the sweat starts to pile up. But a good running app can help you keep track of your progress, connect you with a supportive community and monitor your breathing, heart rate and more.<\/p>\n

Do you need all of these apps? Probably not, but each one has unique features that make them worth checking out.<\/p>\n

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Strava<\/p>\n
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Strava<\/h2>\n
Strava is CNET’s No. 1 pick for running apps<\/a><\/span> for 2022. \u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00a0Strava features:<\/p>\n
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Running log<\/li>\n
Large fitness community\u00a0<\/li>\n
Real-time performance tracker<\/li>\n
Performance analyzer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
A little competitiveness can get you out on the pavement. This app can also connect you with friends so you can compare stats.\u00a0<\/p>\n
It works with devices such as Fitbit<\/a><\/span>, Apple Watch<\/a><\/span> and heart rate monitors, so you don’t need to worry about compatibility issues.<\/p>\n
Strava is available on iOS and Android (free, with in-app purchases from $8 to $60).<\/p>\n
MapMyRun<\/h2>\n
Another great app is MapMyRun<\/a><\/span>. It helps you find running trails or routes, which is super helpful for beginners.\u00a0<\/p>\n
You can also connect it with your Under Armour smart shoes, if you have them. The shoes have a chip that syncs with the app to provide real-time form coaching and stats, such as cadence, stride length, foot strike angle and more.<\/p>\n
MapMyRun is available on\u00a0iOS\u00a0and\u00a0Android\u00a0(free, in-app purchases from $6 to $30).<\/p>\n
My Run Plan<\/h2>\n
The main feature of Runcoach’s My Run Plan is its training plans. You decide a goal, like running a 5-miler, and the app helps you with a training plan to fit your needs and get you to your goal.<\/p>\n
Another of my favorite features is the help feature. You can send questions to any of Runcoach’s USATF-certified coaches and they will respond within 24 hours.<\/p>\n
My Run Plan is available on iOS and\u00a0Android\u00a0($10 per month or $65 annually after a two-week free trial).\u00a0<\/p>\n
Runkeeper<\/h2>\n
Runkeeper, like My Run Plan, can also help you create a training plan tailored to your goals and keep track of your progress. Your goals can range from mastering a specific race to hitting a performance benchmark like speed or distance.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In addition to Apple Watch and fitness tracker integrations, Runkeeper also works with Apple Health and MyFitnessPal.<\/p>\n
Runkeeper is available on\u00a0iOS\u00a0and\u00a0Android\u00a0(free, in-app purchases up to $40).<\/p>\n
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MyFitnessPal<\/p>\n
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MyFitnessPal<\/h2>\n
Nutrition is a big part of becoming a successful runner. So although MyFitnessPal<\/a><\/span> isn’t strictly a running app, I’m including it. The app helps you keep a digital food diary and tracks your calorie, water, carb, protein and fat intake by analyzing your food entries. You can also log workouts, steps and set goals. \u00a0<\/p>\n
I love that you can just scan the bar codes on food and drink packaging to upload nutrition information — no need to search for it in the app, though that is an option.<\/p>\n
I personally recommend this app if you’re wanting to lose some weight. Using it to track my meals helped me lose over 100 pounds.<\/p>\n
MyFitnessPal is available on iOS and Android (free, in-app purchases up to $50).<\/p>\n
While you’re here, check out our guide to picking out the perfect pair of running shoes<\/a><\/span>, plus how to figure out when you need to replace them<\/a><\/span>. Also, it’s never too late to run your first 5K — here’s how to get started<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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