Of course you can just go running - turn on your sports gear and go. But if you also pack your smartphone, you have even more fun with the right app. The applications track your run via GPS, count kilometers run and calories burned, show your successes clearly and connect you with other joggers. In this article you will get to know a selection of such running apps.
Just run - with these apps
If you are simply looking for the right app for jogging, you will find it in the following applications from major sporting goods manufacturers.
Nike Run Club
Nike has its own free jogging app. In the Nike Run Club you can create training plans, record your running routes via GPS, compete with other users and take part in challenges. If you have mastered these challenges or achieved personal success, you can share this with the other runners via the application. Anyone who shares their current run on Facebook will even be cheered on with applause as soon as someone comments or likes the post. The application can also provide you with constant feedback on your run via audio output..
adidas Running by Runtastic
Adidas also operates its own app: adidas Running by Runtastic - jogging & running app. This allows you to track your runs live via GPS and share them with friends, for example on Facebook. There are even more functions if your friends also use the application: Then you can follow each other's runs and encourage each other. In addition to your running route, the app also records the duration and calculates your calorie consumption. Here, too, there is feedback on your run via audio output and challenges. Many music apps are also integrated so that you can simply listen to your usual music while jogging. The application is free, but also offers a paid premium version with training plans.
Adidas also has a fitness app: many of Adidas Running's functions are free. RunKeeper (Asics)
In the Asics RunKeeper app, you can set and pursue personal goals. Alternatively, the application can create training plans for you. It can also play music during the run or cheer you on via audio output, track your route and analyze your performance. Looking back, you can then see weekly and monthly statistics in RunKeeper. Here, too, you can share your jogging successes with other users. If you've had enough of running, you can use the app to record hiking or cycling tours, for example. RunKeeper is free, but there is a paid premium version..
The RunKeeper app analyzes your performance and shows you informative statistics. MapMyRun (Under Armor)
The MapMyRun app from Under Armor is the successor to the endomondo app. You can use it to create your own training plans, take part in challenges and record the distance you have covered. You can save your route for later and share it with others or test one of the routes suggested by the app. The application is free but includes in-app purchases. There is also a premium version. With the latter you can share your run live and receive feedback via audio output.
Under Armor's running app was previously called endomondo - it is now called MapMyRun. These apps can do more than jogging
Are you looking for an app that not only accompanies you while jogging? We will introduce you to applications that are also suitable for other sports.
Sportractiv You can use the Sportractive
app not only for jogging, but also for other sports. In addition to the distance covered and the duration, it also records meters in altitude. It also calculates how many calories you are burning. You can set and pursue your own training goals as motivation. Unlike many other applications, you do n't need to register to use Sportractive. The premium version also contains training plans. Sportractive is only available for Android, however.
Unlike most other fitness apps, Sportractive doesn't require you to register. Strava
The Strava app can also record your routes - whether you are walking, running, cycling or inline skating. In addition, the application records your speed and the altitude you have climbed and can view individual segments of your route separately. You can analyze the recorded data or share it directly with your friends, and you can also take part in challenges here. You can also use the Strava app to plan the route for your activities in advance or simply try one of the routes that the app suggests. The application is free, but in-app purchases are possible.
In the Strava app you will find many maps with other users' running routes. Special motivation via app
Some apps have found a very special way to motivate you to run. We would like to introduce you to three of them.
OuiRun
Many people find it motivating to jog with others. This is no problem with this free app: It should help you find suitable running partners. To do this, simply set the filters appropriately - such as gender or the desired running speed. Create a profile so that others can find you too. You can also use OuiRun to organize group runs and chat with others. Unfortunately, the application is currently only available in English and French.
Weav Run
If you prefer to run with music, you should try this free app. With Weav Run , the beat of the song you are listening to in the application is adjusted exactly to your running tempo. The beat fits exactly with your steps - that motivates and ensures more stamina. Alternatively, you can also set a music tempo. Since the app creators work with many major music labels, you have a wide range of music to choose from. In addition, the application can record some values, such as distance and steps per minute. However, Weav Run is only available for iPhone users.
Zombies, Run!
You don't like to run around for no reason? The Zombies, Run! gives you a good reason: you must run for your life in front of a drooling zombie horde. Fortunately, the undead don't actually materialize behind you. Instead, you will hear a kind of radio play that simulates life-threatening chasers and suitable missions for you. You can listen to your own music between story sequences. Unfortunately, the application is currently only available in English. The free version contains 23 individual running missions, the paid premium subscription even 200.
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