September 5, 201214 yr Does anyone use any good apps (Android or iOS) as part of their training?Here's a few of the ones I use:MapMyRun - Uses your phone's gps to track your route and speed and gives you data on your average speed, distance, calories burnt etc. Can run other people's routes and "race" them and can share sessions via Facebook. Will also connect with equipment like heart rate monitors or sensor that monitors how many strides you're taking.AndroidiOSFitness Buddy- Large catalogue of exercises divided into muscle groups with video and pictures to explain them. Also pre-programmed workouts for you to follow. Pretty good app for when you want some inspiration for your workout.AndroidiOSHIIT Interval Timer- Really basic version of a timer which I use for timing rounds and for interval training. Use this one because the timer is massive and I don't need it right in front of my face when training to see it. Also counts down the last 5 secs of each round for youAndroidiOS - can't find it in the iTunes storeAnyone got any other good ones? "Everything has its beauty, but not everyone sees it." ~ Confucius
September 6, 201214 yr Interesting. I might give them a try... well not MyMapRun as I don't run. Ever. I hate it. Shodan - Shaolin Kempo███████████████▌█
December 18, 201213 yr I use JEFIT (paid and got the pro). Works well on my android tablet, I believe there is an ios version as well. Good range of exercises on file. I like it as it keeps track of my progress. I created my own routines and start at 3 sets of 8 reps and work towards 3 sets of 10. Once I can do that, I increase the weight and start at 3 of 8 again and continue to work up repeating the cycle. The problem i had previously was trying to keep track of my progress (number of reps, weight,etc). This does all this for me and gives me what my previous workout results were so I can benchmark against it and ensure I'm making gains.
December 18, 201213 yr My brother signed up to run a half marathon this year, and told me about an app that trains for it, called c25k. Gives a workout plan to follow that supposedly doesn't kill you. He wanted me to give it a try, but that isn't likely to happen. https://www.haysgym.com http://www.sunyis.com/ https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com
December 18, 201213 yr My brother signed up to run a half marathon this year, and told me about an app that trains for it, called c25k. Gives a workout plan to follow that supposedly doesn't kill you. He wanted me to give it a try, but that isn't likely to happen.C25k is a fantastic program that helps those who do not run acclimate in an attempt to make it more enjoyable because you're not just thrusting your body into regular physical activity. Martial arts training is 30% classroom training, 70% solo training. https://www.instagram.com/nordic_karate/
December 18, 201213 yr I haven't entertained the idea of Cyber Training, never thought about it really. Maybe I'm a bit old fashioned. Having a mobile phone in case of an emergency is something I do when I'm running; but being GPS tracked is beyond me I'm afraid. Maybe I need a push into the 21st century. Look to the far mountain and see all.
December 18, 201213 yr Author I haven't entertained the idea of Cyber Training, never thought about it really. Maybe I'm a bit old fashioned. Having a mobile phone in case of an emergency is something I do when I'm running; but being GPS tracked is beyond me I'm afraid. Maybe I need a push into the 21st century.I actually kinda like it in the sense that I get a full set of stats when I've completed my run. Things like elevation climbed and average pace and average speed and an exact distance. Its also handy on whole social network side of things as you can challenge and motivate your friends to go out too. One I've been really wanting to try out is Zombies, Run! "Everything has its beauty, but not everyone sees it." ~ Confucius
December 18, 201213 yr One I've been really wanting to try out is Zombies, Run! That looks awesome. Not only does it add someone to running experience but, by running, you earn things that add components an additional game! Martial arts training is 30% classroom training, 70% solo training. https://www.instagram.com/nordic_karate/
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