There are so many apps and websites these days to track your fitness. It's absolutely bewildering. No one app does it all, and I've found that you have to mix and match to get what you want. Here's an update on what gadgetry, apps, and websites I'm using today.
Garmin connect. Ever since I got my Garmin Edge 800, it has made my ability to capture my cycling and running data so easy. There really is no substitute for good purpose built hardware. Having it all synced from the device to the Garmin website seals the deal. I do wish there were more analysis tools, social interaction, and an achievement system built into the website, but I'm still happy.
Jefit Pro. I've been using this app for about a year now to track my weight lifting. It's perfect for what I need. A no nonsense way to track my current lifting routines. It's kind of clunky when you're making routines, but once they are in, it's easy peasy. The ability to view and download other peoples routines is a terrific plus. I do wish the app had a more social side to it though.
RidewithGPS. Yeah, this website is only relevant when I get to ride outside. I use it mostly to create routes and see other bike routes created by the hive mind.
Apps that have fallen by the way side...
Cardiotrainer. This use to be my go to app of choice. Now, it's just meh. The developers have lost their way it seems, which is too bad. Loseit has a better calorie counter feature. The HRM comparability is so bad it may as well be broken. In general, I'm sad I actually spent money on this app. Avoid it.
Runkeeper. I went to this when I finally had enough of Cardiotrainer. It's a great app and the HRM functionality works well. But... I have an Edge 800... This just can't compete.
Apps that I'm evaluating.
Fitocracy is the type of website that I've been looking for. It mixes in social interaction with the meaningless but somehow satisfying game aspect of foursquare badges. We'll see if I keep using it. I really wish that this website ties into Jefit one day.
I hope one day the ultimate fitness app arrives, but until then I'll keep these in my quiver and switch them out as necessary. I have to say though, I'm turning into a number junky. I must workout to generate more data to analyze... ha ha!
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