Selecting Health Apps

How to maintain security and confidentiality using health apps 

Health apps increase motivation for healthy living by tracking information about diet, activity, vital signs and so much more and let the app user view and analyze the data at a later date.

Keeping information secure and private is important for safety. Make sure the app allows for these provisions. Before using the application, activate the privacy settings and security and become familiar with what your new app offers to keep you safe. Be aware of risks of publicly posting running routes, locations, favorite restaurants or workout sites. 

Using mobile apps for health and fitness makes it easy to connect with others, but always remember there are risks to sharing information!  

According to a RECENT STUDY, participants who used fitness apps were much more active compared to nonusers and even had a lower body mass index.

Apps can help people overcome barriers like a lack of understanding or organization, which leads to better exercise habits. Over time, these improved habits can mean big changes.

Here are a list of the top 16 fitness and health apps available:

* Couch to 5k                                        * Myfitnesspal              * ACTIVEx                                            * Sworkit

* Charity Miles                                     * Pear Personal Coach

* Strava                                                  * Fit Radio

* MapMyRun                                        * Lose It

* Cycle Cast                                           * RunKeeper

* Fit Star Personal Trainer                  * Pocket Yoga

* Dietbet                                                 * Calm

https://www.active.com/fitness/articles/16-best-health-and-fitness-apps-of-2017