Dropping pounds, tracking your steps and knowing how much you can—or cannot—eat has gotten easier. These smartphone apps and handy devices can help you get in shape whether you need the know-how of a diet coach or the zen of a yoga teacher.
To read more about merging your mobile device with your workout read this article on the AT&T Insider blog: Staying fit with apps.
FitBit
Want to log your activities without any effort? Try FitBit Tracker. This tiny device fits in your pocket and records every step and stair you take throughout the day and lets you check your numbers right on your smartphone or a computer. (And even when you’re not moving, FitBit is busy monitoring your sleep patterns.)
Map My Run
Track your training history with this simple app that uses your phone’s GPS to map your route and elevation, calculate your pace and give you voice prompts with progress updates.
Pocket Yoga
Never lose your inner peace by missing yoga class thanks to this app that is packed with audio guided workouts for every level—from beginner to advanced—and 145 illustrated poses. Can you say Namaste?
Withings Scale
If you own the sleek, wifi-enabled body scale, you know it not only measures your weight, it also calibrates your BMI and lean and fat mass. You can analyze your losses and gains on the free WiScale smartphone app or on a computer then share the results with your doctor or post them on Facebook to update your diet buddies.
My Fitness Pal Calorie Counter
An easy-to-use calorie tracker will help the pounds melt away.