Happy New Year everyone! Health and wellness tends to be a big topic every January, so we’ve put together a list of 10 health and wellness apps that caught our eye. Read the detailed descriptions in the Apple App Store (for iOS devices) or Google Play store (for Android devices) to determine if these apps might be of interest to you.
| Exercise | ||
| J&J Official 7 Minute Workout * A workout library containing preset workouts that vary in intensity and take as little as 7 minutes * Free * A separate fitness app for new and expectant mothers is also available |
iOS | Android |
| Sworkit * Guided video workouts and workout plans designed to meet a variety of fitness goals * Subscription based |
iOS | Android |
| Runkeeper * Track your runs and follow personalized running routines. * Includes both free and subscription features |
iOS | Android |
| Meditation | ||
| Calm * Contains guided meditations, breathing exercises, and relaxing music * Free trial, subscription based |
iOS | Android |
| Mindfulness Coach * A self-guided program to help you develop mindfulness * Free |
iOS – not available | Android |
| Sleep | ||
| Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock * Analyze your sleep cycles to determine the best time to wake up so you feel more refreshed * Free and premium($) versions available |
iOS | Android |
| Everybody Loves Sleep * A sleep coaching app to help you change sleep related habits for the better * Some free content, subscription required to access all material |
iOS | Android |
| Health Diaries & Record keeping | ||
| Catch it * A diary to help you understand your moods, designed to illustrate some of the key principles of psychological approaches to mental health and well-being * Free |
iOS | Android |
| YouAte Food Diary with Photos * A visual food diary * Some free content, additional features can be purchased |
iOS | Android (beta) |
| CANImmunize * Track you and your family members’ vaccinations and get reminders to stay up to date with the province’s vaccination schedule. * Free |
iOS | Android |
