The 8 Best Running Apps for Android

April 17, 2022 Luisa Rey

While running, you could use some motivation or want to show your friends how in good shape you are. Anyway, we’ve rounded up eight useful apps for running for you… Ready to go.. Done!

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1 Running apps

Running apps

Running, whether you’re training for a marathon or to stay fit, tracking your progress can be important. You don’t run alone either, in fact, previous research has shown that a third of Dutch people run. That is why we have listed 8 Android apps for running. If you prefer to cycle, read our overview with the best cycling apps.

Strava

Running app Strava is a well-known application for tracking your laps. You can keep track of all your activities and create personal challenges. With this challenge you can increase the challenge for yourself every time. Through leaderboards you can compare your own performance with that of friends, neighbors and professionals. Also, you can take on challenges and run yourself to a higher level! You can also view and share photos of your activities, and there are clubs.

Runkeeper

Now used by 26 million people, Runkeeper. Runkeeper is a beautiful and clear app that allows you to keep track of exactly how much, where and how fast you have run. The app also provides audio guidance and you receive updates about your performance while running. You can create your own playlist with your favorite music via the Runkeeper app. In addition, you can also take photos while running and share your achievements with friends afterwards, and you can choose from different training schedules. As far as we are concerned, it is very worthwhile to train with this app!

Running with Evy

Evy Gruyaert has become a household name in the running world, with her podcasts you get guidance on running. With the Running with Evy application you can also keep track of the distance traveled and average speed while listening to these podcasts. Furthermore, this app provides general training tips and personalized encouragements. It is also possible to train to your own music.

runtastic

A very well-known app is of course Runtastic. However, Runtastic today continues under the name Adidas Running. You can of course track your performance, set your own goals for a certain period of time and tailor the app to your own needs. Friends can follow you live while you exercise and also cheer you on directly. There is also support for the Wear OS smartwatch and with the premium version you get even more options at your disposal.

Nike Run Club

Of course, Nike cannot be missed in our overview, the Nike+ Running app also works without the Nike activity tracker. The nice thing about this app is that you can share your workout live and friends can cheer you on while you run. In addition, you can compare your performance with friends and strangers. You can motivate yourself with challenges and you can also earn trophies and badges with your achievements.

Nike run Club

Google Fit

Then of course there is Google Fit. With Google Fit you can track all your sports activities and set goals. You see how many steps you have walked, but also the distance traveled and you can start a workout. You can then view the route on the map. You will also find support for Android Wear/Wear OS in Google Fit. A great complete fitness app, which also comes in handy during running and other sports.

Relive

We have already discussed the Relive app on DroidApp. The nice thing is that at the end of your workout you can make a nice video report of your running session. It makes 3D videos of your outdoor activity without having to pay for it. Get a bird’s eye view of your distance and add photos, videos, and notes to your activities. Of course you also see the statistics and highlights such as the top speed. Of course you can also share this again. You can also follow others and see what your friends are doing. The Relive app can handle different apps to load certain data.

couch to 5K

Are you not yet very motivated to put on the running shoes? The Couch to 5K app can help you with this. This application will help you build your running, using a virtual trainer. As the name implies, it helps you off the couch, on to the first 5 kilometers. For example, you can exercise by running for 30 minutes three times a week. The application also features an in-app music player, GPS tracker and thus voice instructions.