5 of the best

FITNESS APPS

CAN’T muster up the motivation to exercise? Fed up slaving away in the gym? There’s no need for expensive equipment – you’ve got everything you need on your phone thanks to the countless number of fitness apps aimed at all ages and abilities…

1 The 1 Minute Desk workout Free itunes.apple.com

Recommended by the British Heart Foundation, this app offers 45 types of exercise with the emphasis on stretching.

2 5F Find Fitness Friends Free app5f.com

Find a buddy for any activity to match your age, gender, skill level and location. A ‘want to try’ option may even see you take up skiing or bowls.

3 iMuscle2 £3.99 3d4medical.com

For those curious about fitness and anatomy, this offers a brilliant animated database of exercises plus interactive 3-D muscle diagrams.

4 Nike+Run Club Free nike.com

Seasoned runners swear by this app which gives coaching plans, tracks runs via GPS and features optional in-ear audio from coaches.

5 Tai Chi For Seniors £3.99 itunes.apple.com or search Tai Chi For Seniors

Studies show that t’ai chi improves flexibility, muscle strength and balance. Stepby-step coaching from a master and audio guides make it ideal for those aged 60 plus.