Yoga Stretch
Yoga STRETCH is like a pocket-sized yoga instructor who coaches you in
60 different moves of "Vinyasa flow" yoga. The app comes with soothing music and seems most useful for those already somewhat familiar with the moves.
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Runmeter app keeps track of everything you need to stay motivated and informed on your run. It keeps an electronic eye on all your stats: speed, distance, time, and more. You get an audio update as often as you like, even if you have iTunes blasting.
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If you're trying to lose weight, a surefire method is to burn more calories than you take in. Simple, efficient. Why then are so many people overweight? Well, probably because they don't have Lose it!. OK, the reason is undoubtedly more complicated than that and likely involves some emotional and physical issues I'm not prepared to dive into for a slideshow caption. However, I'd be willing to bet that if you wanted to lose weight and used Lose it!, you'd have a better chance at achieving that goal than if you didn't. Hmmm, yeah. I think I can get away with saying that.
Anyway, Lose it! is a free calorie-tracking utility that allows you to chart your weight loss goals, and track meals and workouts. It includes a fairly extensive database, allows you to quickly add previously stored meals to your tally, and can break down how much protein, carbs, and fat you're taking in every day or week. Lose it! is simply a great tool for anyone looking to fit into those almost-loose-enough jeans.
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Don't think for a minute that because you spend a good deal of your life in a cubicle that you can't stay fit and flexible. This app tells you how to stretch at your desk to alleviate the stiffness that comes from sitting in one place for a long time as well as things to do to balance out repetitive motions (like typing!) that can cause injuries.
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A meditation timer. It seems paradoxical, but Meditate is for those who know time is but an illusion, yet have only 50 minutes for lunch. This app tracks how much time you spend in the lotus position and how often you do it.
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GymFu is like your mean old gym teacher from 8th grade. Your iPhone goes into a band around your upper arm and the motion detection counts reps out loud as you do push-ups, crunches, pull-ups or squats.
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How we deal with stress has numerous effects on our health. The Koi Pond app will make you think you're sitting on the edge of a rippling pond of big, friendly fish. You can feed them, let them nibble your fingers, and listen to nature sounds like wind or crickets chirping.
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Is that your sweaty gym log on the floor? How 2009. The Body Fitness app keeps track of your reps for you. Best, there are cute cartoon drawings to illustrate the proper way to build your gym body.
Eat This; Not that
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Eat This Not That is more than just a calorie counter. This app, based on the popular book, offers tips for navigating diet-unfriendly restaurants. Best, it gives you instant suggestions on how best to satisfy a high-calorie craving with a healthier option.
Woman Calendar
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Admittedly this app could use a better name, but the concept is excellent. You enter the date you start and end your period each month, and Woman Calendar figures out when you are most fertile, among other things. Great to know when not to wear your expensive underwear!
