It’s important to remember that fitness is not just about achieving your physical goals - be it to lose weight or build muscle mass - but it’s also about taking care of your overall wellbeing. 

While your number one priority may be to stay committed to your fitness journey - which, yes, is important - taking sufficient rest days and making a conscious effort to be kind to yourself is just - if not, more - important. 

That's why to help you achieve balance and make the most of your fitness journey, we've picked some of our favourite fitness apps. These apps are handy tools for creating a personalised fitness plan that works for you, and your goals whilst maintaining a healthy lifestyle beyond the gym.

Ready? Let's get to it.

1. Fitbit

Fitbit is a popular fitness app that helps you track your steps, calories burned, and other fitness metrics. The app also syncs with your Fitbit device to provide even more accurate data. With Fitbit, you can set goals, track your progress, and compete with friends to stay motivated and most importantly, keep you accountable.

2. MyFitnessPal

MyFitnessPal is a popular app for tracking calories and macronutrients. The app has a database of over 11 million foods, so it’s easy to log what you eat and see how it affects your overall calorie intake. MyFitnessPal also syncs with other fitness apps and devices, so you can get a comprehensive view of your fitness and nutrition.

3. 7 Minute Workout

The 7 Minute Workout app offers short, high-intensity workouts that are perfect for girls on the go. Each workout is just - you guessed it - seven minutes long and requires no equipment, making it easy to fit into your busy schedule. The app also provides personalised workout recommendations based on your fitness level and goals.

READ MORE: The Best HIIT Workouts

4. Headspace

Fitness is as much mental is it is physical. Headspace is a meditation app that can help you reduce stress, improve focus, and boost your overall wellbeing. The app offers guided meditations that are perfect for beginners, as well as more advanced meditations for experienced practitioners. With Headspace, you can take a few minutes out of your day to focus on your mental health and wellbeing.

READ MORE: Your 5-Minute Mental Health Check Up

5. Strava

You can use Strava to track your runs using GPS and get real-time info on distance, pace, time, and other cool stats. Plus, you can set goals, join challenges, and connect with other runners in the community. One of the best parts is that you can share your runs with your friends and followers, and see what other people are up to as well. Give it a try and see how it helps you to achieve your fitness goals!

New to running? Discover our top tips for beginners here.

Whether you’re looking to burn calories, build strength, or boost your mental clarity, these apps are designed to help you achieve your goals and become the best version of you. With consistent effort and a positive mindset, you can take charge of your health and fitness and achieve your goals like we know you can 💪

Remember, it’s important to celebrate your progress and be kind to yourself along the way. Your health and fitness journey is unique to you, so focus on making progress and enjoying the process. You’ve got this!