A simple list of free online resources and free 'apps' for phones/tablets that we have used successfully as part of our newly adopted healthy lifestyle.Please note, we use Android OS on our phones/tablets so the apps come from the Google Play store; some of these apps may be available from other app stores. If you would like to suggest one for inclusion here, please contact us...
Online/Web Resources
Unofficial Weight Watchers Calculator
Unofficial web version of Weight Watchers Pro Point calculator.
Map Developers Distance Calculator
Google maps powered tool where you can draw a route and calculate how far you have walked/run/cycled when exercising. Very useful!
Sports Tracker
Website to track and record any exercise you do. Links with a mobile app that can also track your exercise route using GPS (see app link below). Requires sign-up which is free.
Google Calendar
Studies have shown that keeping a diary of food intake, exercise and weight, helps with weight loss and maintaining a healthy weight. Google offer a free calendar as part of their services; you do have to sign up for an account, but as well as the calendar you get a wealth of other free services such a email, cloud storage, amongst many other things. And yes, we do use a Google Calendar to record our weight and plan our meals for the week! See app link below.
Weight Watchers UKAlthough many parts of the WW site requires a subscription, there are still many useful pages (including the message forums) with lots of great information and hints and tips.
Slimming WorldLike the WW site, some parts require a subscription, but there are still many useful pages with lots of great information and hints and tips.
Android Apps (from Google Play Store)
Sports Tracker - Mobile
Mobile version of Sports Tracker (above) - can track distances, times, average speed, calories used, etc using GPS. Sign-up required; links with web version so you can check your 'account' any time.Unofficial Weight Watchers Calculator
Unofficial version of Weight Watchers Pro Points calculator for your mobile device. We believe this is more a U.S. version, but all the calculations we have done agree with our official UK Weight Watchers ProPoint calculator. Also includes a simple daily tracker. Ad supported, but not too intrusive.Monitor You Weight
App that tracks/monitors your weight over time, showing graphs, time lines, BMI, projections, etc. Can export your information to email. Supports multiple users, with personal PIN protection if you don't want to share you information! Ad supported, but not too intrusive.Google Calendar
The mobile version of Google Calendar (see above). Syncs automatically across all Android devices and with your Google Account, so you can access your calendar on your desktop or laptop. Actually, you probably don't need to download this, because it usually comes standard with Android powered mobile devices, but we provide a link here just in case!