5 Best Fitness Apps

Gone a little heavy this festive season? Eaten your weight in turkey, stuffing and/or Quality Street? Don’t worry, you are definitely not alone. This is why we have pulled together our top fitness apps to make that plan to get back into shape an easier, quicker reality.

Nike Training

This is the most versatile fitness app as it can be used for all levels of personal fitness training. It has over 60 workout routines which work on different areas of body at different levels. What’s more, it also includes bonus regimes, audio guidance, on-demand instruction and extra exercise tips.

Free on Android and iOS

MyFitnessPal

You’ll never have to worry about counting the calories in your food again with this trusty fitness app. Use the barcode scanner or extensive database to track what goes in your mouth to stay on course for your fitness goals.

Free on Android and iOS

Fitocracy

Add a little competition to exercise and fitness and it suddenly becomes much more interesting. This is exactly what Fitocracy have done, enabling users to gain points from the workouts they do. What ever your chosen exercise, using in-depth stats, rewards and levels, you can compete against the mobile community with the chance to win challenges.

Free on Android and iOS

RunKeeper

If running, cycling or walking is your exercise of choice, then this apps is the perfect one for you. Using the detailed stats and analytics such as distance, pace, time, calories burned and path mapping, RunKeeper allows you to tailor fitness plans to your specific goals with audio fitness inspirations along the way.

Free on Android and iOS

Sleepbot

Though this is less of a fitness and more of a health app, its pure genius means that it had to feature on our list. Not only does it record your audio and movement in your sleep but the smart alarm also gently wakes you up in your lightest sleep meaning you will start your day feeling calm and refreshed.

Free on Android and iOS