Health/fitness apps: Drunk Mode, Get Happy
Top health and fitness apps around the globe include an app that hides the contact list on your phone when you're drunk and another that offers daily tips on being happy.
Here are details on a selection of top ten iTunes paid and free health and fitness apps by country for the week, recorded on July 3.
Hong Kong: iSmoothRun Pro GPS
By accessing your phone's GPS and utilizing a built-in accelerometer, you never have to worry about a weak signal with this app. iSmoothRun covers all the basics for distance, pace, and calories, and features a satellite view option. Free.
https://itunes.apple.com/hk/app/ismoothrun-pro-gps-pedometer/id410965399?mt=8
US: Fitness Checkup Pro
Assess your fitness level with 11 built-in health tests, including tests for flexibility, balance, core strength, and muscle tone. Also features exercises to help you improve in areas where you're lacking. Free.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/fitness-checkup-pro/id643645778?mt=8
France: Drunk Mode
To avoid drunk dialing, this application hides your contact list for a period of up to 12 hours. Also sends text messages every 30 minutes to two hours to remind you to avoid tweeting and, more importantly, getting behind the wheel until you've sobered up. €.89.
https://itunes.apple.com/fr/app/drunk-mode/id628228162?mt=8
UK: Get Running (Couch to 5K)
With three workouts a week, this app promises to get you running continuously for half an hour in nine weeks. Features hundreds of encouragement prompts and lets you share the app with three other runners. Also helps you log runs, plan your running calendar, and connect with other beginners. £1.99
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/get-running-couch-to-5k/id319043985?mt=8
Brazil: Asics Perfect Pace
Asics' running app plots your pace while syncing your workouts to music to keep you jogging to the beat. Free.
https://itunes.apple.com/br/app/asics-perfect-pace/id642074290?mt=8
Australia: Get Happy
This app claims to help you learn skills for dealing with negative thoughts and feelings via daily happiness tips in four areas: relationships, leisure, personal growth, and work and education. $.99.
https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/get-happy-ways-to-increase/id585941428?mt=8
