This is GTN's top running apps.
First up, we have the Running Pace app.
Which I've actually had on my own phone for quite some time.
It simply allows you to work out your target pace for
events and training sessions.
For instance, if you have a target time in mind for an event
you can input that time and the distance
to calculate your target pace per kilometre or mile
and take things a step further.
It also breaks it down into nice chunks
for the times that you pass through,
5K, 10K, and so on.
Of course, this would be a running app video without Strava.
It's possibly the most popular running app.
It allows you to track your run,
as well as become the record holder between
your house and the end of your road.
That's right, Strava allows you to compete with other users
over segments created all across the world
to try to top the leader boards.
Though do be warned.
The segments are quite hotly contested.
Don't be surprised if you're not on the top of all of them.
Okay, here's one for those taking their training
to the next level.
The Training Peaks app is essentially
an online training log.
You can sync your devices and apps to automatically
upload workouts to the Training Peaks app.
And then from there you can analyse these workouts,
see how much time you're spending in certain zones,
your peak pace,
and even how much stress and fatigue you're accumulating
from your training.
And that's just a few of the features.
And then, if you have a coach
it's likely your coach is using Training Peaks
to upload your training plan, too.
So, you can quickly and easily check-in
to see what training you have coming up the next day.
Next up we have a fun one.
And sometimes we do struggle to get ourselves out the door
and we lack that motivation.
But with the Running Heroes app we get rewarded
for our runs.
You can simply record your run in the app itself
or you can link it to other training devices and apps
to then sync your workouts.
And then after each run,
you accumulate points that you can then use
towards prizes and discounts on products.
But rather than it being any old rubbish,
they're worthwhile and exciting products
that are relevant to us as runners.
Now, if you're into exploring on your runs
or you have a knack of getting lost,
then the RunGo app is for you.
Rather than pulling up a map on your phone
and have to stop all the time,
you can build a route into the RunGo app
or you can select a pre-made one
and then listen out for directions whilst you're running.
And as well as directing you,
the app also logs your run along with pace,
duration,
distance,
and elevation.
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Right, this is a bit of a fun one.
Running can be hard at times,
so taking our minds off of things can help the time go by.
So, Zombies, Run! Turns your normal run
into a story about survival.
And rather than just tracking stats and numbers
from your run,
you're also using zombie chasers as interval training.
Simply select a run or a workout from within the app
and then listen to the story.
Just make sure you don't take it too seriously
otherwise you might get a few odd looks.
And finally,
one to watch out for,
you may have heard of Zwift for cycling
allowing you to ride with others in a virtual environment.
But I've seen a few runners
during some of my Zwift sessions.
And this is due to be officially released soon.
And to make things easier
you can use the Zwift app on your phone
or on your laptop and other devices.
So, keep an eye out for the running version of Zwift
coming soon.
So, there we go.
There's my top pick of running apps.
And if you have any suggestions
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