Stuff Gadget Guide - UK - Issue 4 (2022-01)

TOP FIVE FITNESS APPS

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GoCycle GX

★★★★★ £2899 / stuff.tv/GoCycleGX

A foldaway e-bike that’s awesome and

expensive in equal measure.

Ribble Hybrid AL e

★★★★★ £2199 / stuff.tv/RibbleHybrid

A secret e-bike that proves you don’t need

fancy extras for an excellent ride.

VanMoof S3

£1798 / stuff.tv/VanMoofS3

VanMoof’s second-gen S3 (or X3 if you’re under 5ft 8in) looks like

a normal bike, rides like a normal bike and, crucially, doesn’t cost

a ridiculous amount of cash. The chunky 50mm tyres, slightly

swooped bars and upright riding position all combine to make

it super-comfy, and 30 miles with the power assistance set to

level three (out of four) left us completely sweat-free with 20%

still in the tank. Plus, for such a looker, the S3 has a lot of tech

hidden away to make it a less than ideal target for thieves.

Stuff says ★★★★★

This smart-looking e-bike offers a great ride, great

features and some genuinely useful security smarts

Stuff says ★★★★★

Pricey, but well built and a real easy rider

Stuff says ★★★★★

A light e-bike that’s ideal for commuting

Cowboy 3

£1990 / stuff.tv/Cowboy3

The 43-mile range, app-controlled lights,

smart tracking and anti-theft tech make

this bike a true commuter contender. It’s

a handsome steed, and a close match for

the VanMoof on performance.

Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ

£4000 / stuff.tv/VadoSL

With the electrics hidden away in the frame,

this hybrid bike looks pretty discreet – but

it has a mass of added extras, including an

extra boost of assistance for daunting hills

and a kickstand for statement propping.

Freeletics

★★★★★ from £75/yr / Android, iOS

Superb for strength training away from the

gym, with 900 equipment-free workouts.

Swim.com

★★★★★ £free / Android, iOS

Perfect for Apple Watch owners, this

swimming app covers all the key metrics.

Stuff says ★★★★★

Home workout inspiration with star support

Nike Training Club

£free / Android, iOS

Nike’s personal training app offers free

workouts covering strength, endurance,

mobility and yoga. Owing to its huge list of

ambassadors, you’ll also find expert advice

from famous names and physiologists.

Stuff says ★★★★★

For anyone wanting to get ahead on two wheels

Strava

from £free / iOS, Android

Our app of choice for cyclists includes a free

version that chops GPS-tracked routes into

chunks so you can compare yourself against

others, while premium services unlock

advanced coaching and deeper stats.

Map My Run

from £free / Android, iOS

Still the daddy for pavement-pounders when it comes to

tracking, recording and rating routes, Under Armour’s app has

become something of a social network for joggers and works

with pretty much every wearable brand worthy of your sweat,

including Garmin, Fitbit, Jawbone and Apple Watch. Detailed

data analysis, premium training plans, and syncing with other

connected devices (including UA shoes, of course) make this

a must-have addition to your newfound tolerance for fitness.

Stuff says ★★★★★

The community you never knew you needed, this app

opens up a whole new world for runners