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The 5 Best Apps to Help You Get Fit and stay fit

You can make your smartphone part of your workout by tracking your running route, recording your lifting form, or even just timing your HIIT circuits. You'll get the best use out of your device, though, by using any of the millions of apps created specifically to kick your fitness into high gear.

If you're hitting the gym floor to exercise without your handset, you're in a tiny minority. Most people depend on their phones to play music, or to serve as a distraction between sets—so it's only natural that your phone would become a major part of your routine.

These 5 smartphone apps all serve a distinct purpose. Some act as a digital trainer, guiding you through new, tough workouts. Others help you to track your activity and diet, giving you new insight to your nutrition. Some just help you chill out. All of the apps are free to download (although many require in-app purchases and subscriptions to unlock all their features), so it's worth your time to at least give them a shot.
                                 Aaptiv
If you love group fitness classes, Aaptiv is for you. The audio-only app gives you access to high-level instructors you'd find in a studio setting right on your phone.
You can choose from over 2,500 unique sessions in 12 categories, led by 20 top-level trainers, so you'll never repeat a workout. All you need is headphones to hear the directions.
Jefit
Remember how you used to walk around the gym with a notepad to write down every single exercise? This app can replace that old paper and give it an infusion of smarts.
Track your routines or work from a library of weight training programs, then connect with other users through the app's social component. You can use a free version for the barebones experience, or pay up to $7 per month for the Elite tier for more content.
Jefit
Remember how you used to walk around the gym with a notepad to write down every single exercise? This app can replace that old paper and give it an infusion of smarts.
Track your routines or work from a library of weight training programs, then connect with other users through the app's social component. You can use a free version for the barebones experience, or pay up to $7 per month for the Elite tier for more content.
Fitbit Coach
You might already wear a Fitbit (and use its handy companion app to help track your vitals and workouts), so it makes sense that the company offers another option to keep you active.
Use the app for guided video and audio workouts, designed for in the gym, home, or outdoors. You can also depend on personalized recommendations based on your tracked fitness data. 
Asana Rebel
Add yoga to your fitness routine without ever stepping foot inside a studio. Choose from 5 different styles of workouts, depending on your goals, or add in a mini-session in between your other regimens.
Follow the guided programs to target different muscle groups or hone your flexibility, then track your progress on a workout calendar. Subscription tiers start at $10 per month.

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