Summer hydration and sun safety apps to help runners

Runners have a lot of due diligence when it comes to summer running. It’s not just a matter of getting out and going. Things athletic people need to think about when spending time running outside on hot days include proper hydration, skin care and observing heat and humidity warnings. Usually apps for runners involve timing and tracking distance but these apps help runners solve summer woes that can ruin the run.

Waterlogged

This app is kind of like your step tracker only, instead counting steps taken, it tracks the water you drink. It works similarly in that you set daily goals which you want to achieve. You track what you drink and the app gives reminders when more hydration is needed. Users set the hours which they want to focus on goals. Some may set it for all day while others might want to use it just while at the office. This is perfect for those who forget to drink enough water.

Holo Ambient Temperature

Details like temperature, humidity and altitude are essential for the runner. With this app, runners can track all of these stats and plan their runs accordingly. It has the bonus of graphing the temperatures so runners can have a visual of temperature change. This app works on phones that have temperature and humidity sensors like the Samsung Galaxy S4.

Daily Water Free

Most people know that they drink a lot or just a little bit of water. But how much is a lot or a little? This app lets you log what and when you’re drinking and set a goal to reach. Organized runners will like that you can plan a daily schedule and the app will give you reminders so you won’t forget. It graphs your daily, weekly and monthly data which is handy for comparing days.

Wolfram Sun Exposure Reference App

Some call this a beach essential but for runners. It’s an outdoor and track meet essential. It will tell people how long they have until their skin burns based on their skin type, location, time of day and SPF factor worn. Most importantly, it shows UV levels and the weather forecast and gives SPF recommendations. Those who use it can also check sunrise and sunset times and plan their runs accordingly.

TANtastic

When planning a workout or long run, runners need to think about the UV index level. This app can help runners know when to avoid being outside. It shows UV levels hour by hour or over a five-day forecast and gives severe weather warnings. Not sure to do the long run Saturday or Sunday? Consulting this app will help with the decision.