Top 10 Sports Apps (workouts, diets, running...)

At home, outdoors, at the gym... Apps make it easy to do sports wherever you want.

We all know the benefits of physical exercise: weight control, reduced risk of all kinds of diseases and even a huge improvement in our mood. But despite this, more than half of the world's population does not do the minimum physical activity necessary.

Sedentary lifestyles are a true pandemic worldwide, responsible each year more or less directly for 2 million deaths, as they are linked to Cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes, obesity, hypertension....

And this can be partly explained by the fact that people tend to think that sport takes up a lot of time in our already busy lives. In this context, mobile apps have arrived to show us that there is no excuse. Anyone can (and should) do sports.

Available to anyone, regardless of level or their preferences, these apps promote that we all do physical exercise. But the market for sports apps is immense, so in today's article we bring you a selection of the best ones..

What are the best apps for sports?

No matter what your level and preferences are, there is sure to be a sports app for you. For exercising at home, outdoors, at the gym, at the beach, at the pool... Or if you want to go running, cycling, yoga or stretching. These apps have arrived to revolutionize the world of sport.

Doing physical exercise has never been so easy, because these apps make it easy for you to save time, keep track of your progress and learn how to do the exercises to maximize their effectiveness.

Here are some of the best sports apps that can be found today, either on Android or iOS.. We have selected them based on different parameters: functionalities, tracking options, content, scientific support, ease of use, adaptation to the user's level, etc.

1. Oorenji

Oorenji is the new application for health, nutrition and healthy eating habitsthat will undoubtedly revolutionize the healthy apps market.

This application has been developed by a start up from Barcelona and allows a completely individualized experience thanks to its artificial intelligence system, which takes into account each of the user's needs to offer the services that best suit them.

The main services offered by Oorenji are specialized diets, daily menus adapted to the daily nutritional needs and the possibility of performing a genetic analysis to incorporate a greater volume of data to the system.

This genetic analysis is based on a saliva sample taken from home and through its analysis in the laboratory, much more specific information can be obtained about the user at a nutritional level, such as which foods are most recommended for him and which diets can prevent certain genetic diseases.

• This application can be downloaded for free from the Android store and for iOs.

2. Runtastic

Runtastic is one of the sports apps par excellence.. Created by Adidas, this application is the reference when it comes to the "running" world. If you are already trained in running, this is your app. And if you are not, too.

Runtastic allows you to perfectly record all your activities, it tracks you and allows you to watch your progress. You can measure distance, time, pace, speed, calories burned, altitude gained (or lost) and all the parameters you need to monitor to motivate you to do your best.

The app also offers challenges so you are always motivated to go further and you can contact other friends to see how you are progressing. And although it is designed for running, it also works for cycling, walking, swimming, skiing... With Runtastic you can keep track of everything.

3. 8fit

Do you want to exercise but without joining a gym? 8fit is one of the best options. This sports app is one of the leaders in the world of home exercise. It is a personal trainer that offers you routines that you can do at home, outdoors or wherever you want, without the need for gym equipment.

It is a fantastic app for those people who want to do sports but do not have too much time to go to a gym or go running. The proposed workouts last between 5 and 20 minutes and are performed with your own body weight.

And as sport should be complemented with a healthy diet, the app also offers all kinds of healthy recipes. 8fit is a fantastic sports and nutrition app.

4. Nike + running

Nike + running is the Runtastic of Nike.. It is an app designed for the "running" world. It tracks distance, pace, speed, calories burned, altitude, etc., and gives you personalized weekly and monthly challenges to motivate you to always do your best.

This Nike app can be your ideal running companion. It is feature-rich yet simple to use. Suitable for any level.

5. Nike training club

Nike training club is a fantastic sports app.. It has one of the most extensive catalogs of exercises, being able to choose between exercises at home or at the gym. The app gives you challenges so that you can progress constantly.

It adapts to any level, from beginner to people who are very physically prepared. The workouts last between 15 and 45 minutes and prioritizes all exercises performed with body weight.

In addition, it allows you to do the workouts performed by some of the most famous athletes in the world: Cristiano Ronaldo, Serena Williams, Alex Morgan... One of the most complete sports apps to enhance muscle strength on the market.

6. Cyclemeter GPS

Do you like cycling routes? Cyclemeter GPS is your app. It is also for runners, but it is specially designed for cyclists. The app perfectly tracks your routes, whether on road or mountain, and stores them. In fact, there is no storage limit. You can save as many routes as you want.

The app links to Google Maps for terrain and elevation information. It lets you design your own training plan based on what your goals are and lets you see how your progress is. No matter your level. Cyclemeter will motivate you to always give your best.

7. Gym Fitness & Workouts

Are you a member of a gym? Do not hesitate and download Gym Fitness & Workouts. Although it also has the option of doing exercises at home or outdoors, its strong point is its catalog of more than 300 exercises that are performed with the machinery of gyms.

The app asks you to tell it how many days you go to the gym and from here it makes you a weekly plan. It is especially focused on people who do a lot of sport, but anyone can use it. It also offers diets to boost muscle synthesis and advice on the consumption of sports supplements. If you want to get the most out of your workouts, this is your app.

8. Exercises at home

With its name, not much more explanation is needed.. This app is one of the benchmarks in terms of sport performed at home. It offers many exercises that can be done without going to the gym and users confirm that results are noticeable within a few days.

The application makes you weekly routines and presents exercises that are performed with your own body weight, without the need for sports equipment. Many exercises are performed using furniture around the house. The application makes you train each and every one of the muscles of the body, in addition to enhancing cardiovascular work. Stay in shape without leaving home and dedicating a few minutes a day.

9. Daily Yoga

One of the reference apps in the yoga world.. Daily Yoga helps you to introduce you to this discipline and, in case you already have an advanced level, continues to help you progress. The application consists of guided classes that can be done at home.

The app offers more than 500 yoga, pilates and meditation sessions. Losing weight, sleeping better, overcoming stress... The applications of yoga in physical and emotional health are immense. In addition, it tracks the sessions, even controlling your heart rate if you have a device that can be linked to the app. If you want to enter the world of yoga or you already were but do not have time to sign up for classes, this is undoubtedly your app.

10. Speedo On

Speedo On is the sports app for the world of swimming par excellence.. It doesn't matter if you swim in the pool, at the beach or if you have a low or high level. This is your app. Know your distance, speed, pace and calories burned when you go swimming.

Speedo On gives you swim workout routines so you can quickly see your progress and stay motivated to do your best. You can keep track of all your sessions. Thousands of swimmers have already tried it and have been amazed by its performance.