One word...Exercise. For some
people it’s the highlight of their
day, while for others it can be a
challenge searching for the
motivation to walk out the door.
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stand), new technologies have
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activities, starting with Nike
Run Club. Available for both
iPhone and Android devices, this
app is perfect regardless of
whether you’re a beginner or a
seasoned marathon runner.
The basics
Getting Started. After
downloading the Nike Run Club
app from the app store, pick the
option to create a new account
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asked for your height and weight
in order to provide accurate data
on things like running distance
and calories burned. After
everything is set up you’ll be
taken to the main area of the app,
organised into a series of tabs
located at the bottom of your
screen.
Going for a Run. Once
you’re laced up and
ready to go, it’s time to
prepare for your run.
Begin by tapping the
runner icon to be
presented with a series
of settings you can
adjust prior to your
workout. For example,
you can choose to set a
time-, distance- or
speed-based running
goal by tapping the
button labelled ‘Basic’ at
the top of your screen. Meanwhile
tapping the cog icon will allow
you to switch between an outdoor
or treadmill run. It’s here you can
also enable audio prompts to
signal how far and long you’ve
run, plus your current pace. Once
ready, tap the start button to
commence your run.
My Coach. The Nike Run Clubapp has been designed with all
runners in mind. If you’re new to
running, then we’d recommend
taking advantage of the
personalised coaching tool.
Accessed from the run screen, tap
My Coach to be taken to a page
where you can pick from one of
three plans – beginner,
intermediate or
advanced. Built based
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levels, you’ll be asked
about your current
activity in terms of
distance and average
pace, before choosing
how many runs you
can commit to each
week. The app will
then put together a
schedule of runs that
you can view and edit
as required.Step it up a level
Results. After completing a run,
you’ll likely want to review your
performance. Hit the stop button
and you’ll be taken to a results
screen complete with distance,
average pace and estimated
calories burned, plus a map of
your route with highlightsNike Run Club
Put foot to pavement with this running app, with Tim Bothwell.
HELP STATION
FitnessFAR LEFT: Start
by registering
for a new
account.
LEFT: Make
adjustments
before
commencing
your run.
RIGHT: Review
pace and
elevation at the
conclusion of
your run.Don’t think that you need
to go out and purchase a
fancy smartwatch – there
are hundreds of apps
available for your existing
smartphone, whether it’s
for the gym, the pool or
your living room.