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Nike+ Running app now available to all Android users on Google Play

Nike+ Running app now available to all Android users on Google Play

Nike’s super popular running app – and one of our all time favourite fitness tracking tools and communities – Nike+ Running is now available to all Android users from Google Play, after being exclusive to those on the O2 network. Ever since Nike+ Running launched on the iPhone and got plenty of really user friendly and great looking updates it’s been popular, with reportedly more than seven million downloads worldwide to date. However, the Android version … Read entire article »

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RunForIt app teams up with charity for virtual runs

RunForIt app teams up with charity for virtual runs

UK-based charity Trees for Cities has teamed up with a new workout app called RunForIt in order to allow runners to take part in races no matter where they happen to be. The app aims to bring people from all over the world together in races, so they can still raise money for charity and raise awareness of the race in different places. It works by detecting a runner’s speed using the accelerometer and then plays them … Read entire article »

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Nike+ app gets updates and a name change to Nike+ Running

Nike+ app gets updates and a name change to Nike+ Running

One of our favourite running applications, Nike+ GPS, has had a big, exciting revamp this week, which includes a name change to Nike+ Running, more insights about your workouts and further Facebook integration. There are so many apps available to keep track of your runs and workouts, like MapMyRun and RunKeeper, but if you’re looking for a super simple and easy-to-use solution, which allows you to track your activity, monitor your improvements and share your achievements … Read entire article »

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Runnr.me app gives joggers live feedback about their feet…

Runnr.me app gives joggers live feedback about their feet…

We’ve reviewed a range of apps and gadgets that have been created to help joggers monitor, track and improve upon their workouts. But now a team of developers are working on an app for your mobile that aims to analyse different running styles and prevent any injuries at the same time. The app, called Runnr.me, works along with a special sensor that can be embedded into any running shoe. Once it’s in place the sensor and … Read entire article »

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Will running from zombies make fitness more fun?

Will running from zombies make fitness more fun?

There are lots of mobile apps on the market designed to keep us motivated, track our runs and spur us on to beat that personal best time. Here at Connected Health we’re big fans of Nike+ GPS because it’s so simple to use, the interface is intuitive and the GPS tracking really accurately records your runs. However, if you find it hard to workout then a simple app might not motivate you to get down … Read entire article »

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