Cheap Running Apps For the iPhone

I downloaded the Nike+ GPS app for free when Nike+ celebrated their five years, but it costs $1.99 now. If you weren't able to get it for free, it's worth the small price. It maps out your run using the built-in GPS (no sensor required), so no matter where you go, it can keep track of your pace, distance, calories burned, and map out the route you've completed. I like that the display is easy to read — I can quickly glance down and know how many calories I've burned, or tap the screen to see a map of how far I've gone. There are three workout settings to choose from: Basic (run with no set time or distance), Time (run against the clock), or Distance (run a certain mileage). This app is compatible with your iTunes library, so it's easy to choose a playlist before you begin your workout, and if you want to skip a song, just tap the arrows on the main screen.



Another great feature is that it keeps track of my workout history, and when I upload my data to Nikeplus.com, I can set goals to motivate future workouts such as "run 15 miles in one week." If you feel like sharing, you can broadcast your accomplishments to Twitter and Facebook. This app is super easy to use and I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a basic tracking app.