Description
Strands is described as “the ultimate training log for runners, cyclists and endurance athletes.” Strands for iPhone is used to record workouts and routes and upload them directly to Strands.com, an online training log/social network for active people.
They key features are:
• 100% free
• Real-time recording of workouts and routes using iPhone’s GPS that allows for athlete tracking and ability to see other Strands users training and racing live
• Post-workout route replay available through iPhone and Strands.com
• Audio cues for pace, distance, speed and more triggered both automatically and on-demand
• Geo-tagging of photos (photos taken during workout will be posted to the exact location on real-time tracking map where photo was taken)
• Gear button to record and track any gear worn or used during workout, especially useful for tracking mileage on running shoes.
• Ability to share workouts, routes, messages, photos, videos, nutrition, and more with Strands.com, Facebook and twitter
• Route finder allows for easy location of nearby training routes
• Ability to find and “join” events using iPhone. Once you join an event, your friends and family can log on and follow you in action
• Real-time text-to-audio pep talk messages can be sent to users during races and workouts from either an iPhone or computer
• Strands records and saves an unparalleled amount of data for each workout which can be accessed through the iPhone and Strands.com.
• Ten different themes to choose from, configurable through settings menu
• Available in English, Spanish, French, German and Finnish