On The previous page we suggested high-tech gym kit that will kick you in to shape, but there is a cheaper option: mobile apps for runners, cyclists, wake skaters and enthusiasts of other sports that involve moving from point A to point B. They track you using GPS and can offer performance analysis and more…

Best: Casual use
Smartrunner
£Free, OS: Android, Apple iOS , Bada, Blackberry, Palm, WP7,
Love: Intuitive interface. Accurate measurement
Hate: Limited analysis
Smartrunner review I Link: Smartrunner

Best: Data Analysis
Sports Tracker
£Free, OS: Symbian
Love: Excellent website support. Post-run analysis. Easy to use
Hate: Just for Nokia handsets. No pre-set training plans
Sports Tracker review I Link: Sports Tracker

Best: Long-term goals
Adidas MiCoach
£Free, OS: Apple iOS, Blackberry
Love: Easy synching.Great UI. Training plans
Hate: Calls end training
Adidas MiCoach review I Link: Adidas

Best: Online community
Endomondo
£Free, OS: Android, Apple iOS, Blackberry, Symbian, WP7
Love: Community feel. Local routes. OS support
Hate: Map downloads for BlackBerry only
Endomondo review I Link: Endomondo

Best: Multiple sports
Cardio Trainer
£Free, OS: Android
Love: 42 different sports. Easy to use
Hate: Costly extra features. Limited website
Cardio Trainer review I Link: WorkSmart Labs