Apps
We all know that leading a healthy lifestyle isn’t always easy. There are a million and one distractions that can lead us astray, and it’s all too easy to fall into unhealthy habits. However, there’s no need to despair! There are plenty of mobile apps out there that can help you stay on track and make healthy living a breeze.
Yummly: An app that helps you find healthy recipes that fit your specific dietary needs. Whether you’re vegetarian, gluten-free, or have other food restrictions, Yummly can help you make delicious and nutritious meals at home.
Calorie Counter: This app is perfect for those who are watching their weight or trying to lose a few pounds. It allows you to track the calories you’re consuming throughout the day and keeps you accountable. Not sure how many calories are in that muffin you’re about to eat? Calory will tell you.
Waterlogged: Staying hydrated is crucial for good health, but it’s often something we forget to do. Waterlogging makes it easy to keep track of your water intake throughout the day. Simply log every time you have a glass of water, and the app will do the rest.
GymPact: If working out is your struggle, then this is the app for you. GymPact helps you form healthy habits by holding you accountable for hitting the gym. Here’s how it works: you set a goal for yourself (e.g., working out three times per week) and commit to paying a certain amount of money if you don’t meet your goal. If you do meet your goal, you get paid!
Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock: Getting enough sleep is essential for good health, but it can be tough to stick to a regular sleep schedule. This app tracks your sleep patterns and wakes you up at the best time in your sleep cycle, so you’ll wake up feeling refreshed and well-rested.
Habitica: This app turns healthy living into a game! Habitica allows you to set goals for yourself and rewards you with points, rewards, and level-ups when you reach them. The more goals you reach, the more progress you’ll make in the game—and in real life!
Headspace: Mindfulness and meditation can do wonders for your mental health, but it can be hard to find the time to meditate when life gets busy. Headspace is a meditation app that makes it easy to fit meditation into your busy schedule. It offers everything from 10-day trial programs to longer-term subscriptions, and it even has a special program specifically for kids.
Calm: Mindfulness app that’s perfect for those who find it difficult to meditate on their own. Calm.com offers guided meditations as well as sessions on topics like sleep and anxiety relief. One of the best things about this app is its beautiful design; whenever you open it up, you’re greeted by tranquil scenes and calming colors, which helps set the tone for a relaxed and productive session.
7 Minute Workout Challenge: An app that allows you to fit quick workouts into even the busiest of schedules. Each workout is made up of 12 exercises that last for 30 seconds each, with 10 seconds of rest in between each exercise. The app also comes with motivating music to keep you going throughout your workout.
Couch to 5K: An app designed for people who want to start running but don’t know where to begin. The app gradually builds up your stamina with a series of activities and running intervals over the course of eight weeks until you’re ready to run a 5K race. It’s free!
Medsafe Pill & Med Reminder: An app that lets you set reminders for when it’s time to take your pills. You can also use the app to track your medication usage and keep an eye on your progress over time. Give it a try–we think you’ll be surprised at how helpful it is!