Nike+ GPS App Keeps You on the Move

Written by Hilda Gabriela Thursday, 16 September 2010 09:29

Nike’s always claimed to have its foot on the pedal when it comes to offering innovative tools and technology to its athletes. And with its recently released product, the Nike+ GPS App which performs just like a personal trainer should, minus the hefty price tag, Nike stands by its claim. Featuring GPS technology, personal challenge customization, social media connectivity and motivational messages from some of the top athletes in sport, the new Nike app can help the average Joe, the die-hard runner, and the social media addict play the role of professional fitness trainer and stay in tip-top shape for only $1.99. We’re breaking down the Nike+ GPS App for you here, one feature at a time.

Run Anywhere: From indoor to outdoor, track to treadmill, this new app combines the power of GPS technology with an accelerometer to map and track a run from anywhere. Even if the GPS signal is not available, the accelerometer will allow the user to continue to track pace, distance, time and calories-burned.

Map Your Runs: GPS technology allows runners to keep track all of their routes including a breakdown of pace and distance at different points during a run. Runners can even tap the screen during a run to see their current location.

Challenge Yourself: The “Challenge Me” feature allows runners to challenge themselves to run farther, faster, or longer than a previous run already logged. The app will also track run history to be able to personalize challenges.

Stay Connected: Runners can wirelessly connect after each run to instantly save the run and share it with friends via the site, Twitter, or Facebook. In addition, they can view their progress on goals, participate in running challenges and download coaching programs.

Stay Motivated: Runners receive motivating messages from top athletes and celebrities when specific customized goals are achieved, challenges are won, or when a personal best is achieved. Runners can also tap the iPhone screen to receive in-run feedback.

 

 

 

 

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