5 Great Health and Fitness Apps to Keep You in Shape

On the plus side, working from home gives you the opportunity to skip the dreaded morning commute. #Winning! On the other side, you are not permitted to go to the gym, hike on public trails or parks, or have any kind of face-to-face interaction with anyone other than the people who live in your family. 

Because of this, you won't be able to go to the gym, and you won't be able to make your regular trips to the grocery store either. Because of the high levels of stress in your life, you could find that you spend a lot of time on the couch, binge-watching Netflix and eating things that bring you comfort. To put it mildly, this is not in your best interest in terms of your health and fitness; nevertheless, what other options do you have? 

You are in luck because we are currently living in an age of unparalleled connection, which means that you have access to applications for everything, including health and fitness options that are suitable for your current situation of being cooped up at home. While you are in quarantine, here are a few things that you may do to keep yourself sane and in good physical form. 

SparkPeople 

There are a lot of applications that can help you keep track of your diet and fitness routine, but this one is completely free and has a lot going for it (starting with the price). If you've never tracked your calories before, now is a great time to give it a shot with an app that personalizes your daily calorie intake based on the information you provide, as well as provides access to meal planning, exercise videos, challenges, and a community of supportive people who are attempting to get healthy in the same way that you are. 

The "Down Dog" 

There has never been a better opportunity to give this highly regarded yoga app a try than right now because it is currently available for free. You may get your flow on with a variety of options for the level of difficulty, the length of your practice, and the style of yoga that you choose, regardless of whether you are brand new to the world of yoga or are a Vinyasa master (introductory, restorative, quick flow, etc.). You may personalize the experience by adding music and skipping songs or poses as you progress. Do you want to pick a boost (such as flexibility, core, or anything else)? Enhance your experience with the pro version. 

C25K 

Are you starting to go a bit stir crazy? This fitness software is designed to get you off the couch and on your way to completing a 5K, so it's time to head outside, take a few deep breaths of clean air, and get your jogging on. It is designed for people who have never jogged before and consists of a series of jogging sessions in which participants alternate between running and walking. The program lasts for eight weeks and consists of three 30-minute sessions per week. You can use your own music, or you can use the soundtrack that comes with each workout. The best part is that you can go out on the open road by yourself while adhering to social distance limits. 

Workout at Home - No Equipment Necessary 

If you go to the gym on a regular basis, you might be concerned about the possibility of losing your washboard abs and seeing your gun show gradually transform into noodle city while you are in quarantine. This application will assist you in toning or bulking up while you are isolated by providing you with warm-ups, stretching, and workouts for your abdominals, chest, legs, arms, and butt (or entire body), in addition to requiring no equipment. Even better, you won't have to pay a dime for any of the premium exercises until the first of July in 2020. 

Sleep Cycle 

Even though this is not an app for dieting or working out, it is still crucial to make sure that you are receiving the greatest night's sleep that you possibly can, especially considering the significant influence that sleep plays in your overall health and fitness. This application monitors your sleep, rouses you when you are in a lighter stage of slumber, and provides you with analysis as well as advice on how to get a better night's rest. You will be in a better position to tackle each day prepared for improved general health and wellness if you get enough quality sleep.