Top health and fitness apps from 2014 (iOS)

A to-do list with a personality, an app to remind you to drink water and other health and fitness apps you should know about.

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Written By: Editorial Team | Updated : December 23, 2014 4:46 PM IST

Name a requirement and somebody would have made an app for it. In the field of health and fitness too, there are several apps that could help you reach your fitness goals. Below are some iOS apps that we think you should try, if you haven't already.

  1. Nike+ Running (Free)

Whether you are a regular runner or aspiring to be one in the year 2015, this app is your perfect companion. It tracks the distance you've run, your average pace and even lets you compete with other users.

  1. CARROT To-Do Talking Task List ($2.99)

Carrot advertises itself as a to-do list with a personality, and it isn't wrong in making that claim. If you want a fitness app with a sense of humour, then this one is for you. It gives you updates like, It s been 18 hours since you did anything useful to make you feel guilty and inspire you to work more.

  1. 7 minute Workout (Free)

The 7-minute workout is the app for the working class population who crib about not having enough time to exercise. This app guides you through a set of 12 bodyweight exercises performed for 30 seconds each, with 10 seconds break in between.

  1. Water Your Body (Free)

Drinking water is among the most important things we need to do for survival, and yet, it is often ignored. If you are among those notorious who do not drinking enough water, then this app is a must for you. It tracks your water consumption and gives you reminders to get hydrated at regular intervals. Read about why water is the fuel that keeps your body fit.

  1. Lift - Your Daily Coach (Free)

This is not just a health and fitness app, but a companion for you to get things done. You can hire one of the 700 coaches or just get some help from the community. It prompts, advices and motivates to help you get better at anything. In 2015, if you are planning to grow as a human being and change something about yourself, then this app can be your perfect companion.

  1. Calm Meditate, Sleep, Relax (Free)

If you are looking for an app that helps you relax and meditate after a hard day s work, then this is the one for you. This app has 7 guided meditations ranging from 2 minutes to 30 minutes along with 16 blissful music tracks by meditation music master, Kip Mazuy. Meditation can have a lot of positive effects on your overall well-being, and this app is definitely something you should try. Learn how to meditate from great masters like Osho and Eckhart Tolle.

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