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Now that most of us carry smartphones at all times and can hardly function throughout an entire day without our favorite device in hand, software developers have created an abundance of apps that allow us to plan and track our exercise and nutrition habits in real time.  Some of these apps, indicated below with double asterisks, are available as an internet-based service as well, so no smartphone is necessary.  Please note that this list is not exhaustive and that there are many more apps out there.  Let us know about your favorites!

Exercise

(free): offers workouts consisting of resistance, flexibility, and cardio exercises; provides videos and audio for instruction and motivation

(currently $0.99): provides workouts for your home or gym; allows you to focus your workout on target areas and includes detailed instructions for every exercise

(currently $0.99): includes exercises specific to target areas and exercise equipment; allows you to track your body metrics and fitness progress

(free) **: provides thousands of exercises based on your area of focus: running, weightlifting, yoga, weight loss, etc; use with or without exercise equipment

(free) **: keep track of and plan your weight lifting routines; winner of  2011 Best Fitness and Workout App – 2011 Best App Ever Awards

($2.99) **:  track diet, exercise, and other health-related information

**also available as a free internet service

— Katie Huffman