Fitness apps are becoming more and more popular, especially with the advances in mobile and related technologies.
Fan favorite of Train Your Body, Dr John Higgins, joins host Melanie Cole, MS, to share his favorites for 2014. They even come in a handy word to remember:
F-I-T-N-E-S-S
Fantasy/epic: Zombies, Run!, The Walk (walking pace)
Intense (running, cycling): Runtastic, Runkeeper, Nike + Running, Ghost Race, Stava Run and Cycling
Train in gym/home: Daily Burn, Fitstar, 7-Minute Workout Challenge, JEFIT Workout Exercise Trainer
Newbie: Couch-to-5k, GymGoal 2, Moves, Fitbit, Shape up, Workout Trainer, Endomondo Sports, MapMyFitness, Fitocracy, Fitness Buddy
Eating/diet: MyFitnessPal, Diet Assistant, Diet Point, Calorie Counter PRO by MyNetDiary, Lose It!
Specialized: Zumba Dance, Yoga Studio, Pocket Yoga
Sleep: Sleep Cycle, Pzizz Sleep and Energizer, Sleepbot
Top Apps for Fitness: Dr. Higgins's Favorites for 2014
Fan favorite Dr.John Higgins is back on Train Your Body with his top picks for fitness apps.
Additional Info
- Segment Number: 3
- Audio File: train_your_body/1433tb2c.mp3
- Featured Speaker: John P. Higgins, MD, MBA
- Organization: ACSM
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Guest Bio:
John P. Higgins, MD, MBA (Hons), MPHIL, FACC, FACP, FAHA, FACSM, FASNC, FSGC, is a sports cardiologist for the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center and the Harris Health System. His research interests include the effects of energy beverages on the body, and screening for underlying cardiovascular abnormalities in 12-year-olds (sixth graders), and steroid effects on the cardiovascular system.
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Transcription:
- Length (mins): 10
- Waiver Received: No
- Host: Melanie Cole, MS
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