Strava is a popular fitness tracking app designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. It was launched in 2009 and has since gained a massive user base due to its unique features and social components. Strava allows users to track and record various activities such as running, cycling, swimming, hiking, and more, using their smartphone or compatible GPS devices.
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User reviews:
Fantastic app! Very accurate and reliable. Not only does it offer you a great way to review stats for a multitude of activities, but the Beacon feature helps me to feel much safer knowing that somebody has my location should anything go wrong (I have to go running on my own late at night when it’s cooler). Thanks, Strava!
Rhyl Jones – ★★★★★
Brilliant app, gives you everything you need without full membership, I am tempted though.. great to have small achievements rewards to get you to push that little harder. As a rider I’m linked by 2 optional computers to Strava and choose what’s the best to upload after my ride, everything linked up so uploads the device I choose… Can look back at all my efforts and who gives me kudos, as well as giving kudos to other athletes on Strava who you follow.. recommend by me…
Baz Heath – ★★★★★
Suggestion for Running Calendar feature. It will be much help if this app could accommodate running/race/other sports schedule. Personally I have difficulties in remembering race events I have registered. Integrating with other apps like Google Calendar of course will be great.
Adhika Pratomo – ★★★★★
The subscription is a bit expensive but there’s currently a special for Fat Maps and Strava. I like that it seems to be in heavy development and the subscription features are actually worth it considering what other fitness apps with less functionality cost. It’s a fair deal. I like being connected to my friends and having access to courses and segments posted by other athletes in the area.
Daniel Brinsmade – ★★★★★
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Features of the Strava app
- Activity Tracking: Users can record their workouts, runs, rides, swims, and other activities using GPS data to accurately track distance, speed, pace, elevation, and other metrics.
- Segments: One of Strava’s most engaging features is “Segments.” Segments are specific portions of routes or trails that users can compete on, attempting to achieve the fastest time among all Strava users who have covered that segment.
- Challenges: Strava frequently hosts challenges and competitions, encouraging users to set and accomplish goals, participate in community events, and earn rewards.
- Social Networking: Strava’s social component allows users to follow friends, professional athletes, and fellow fitness enthusiasts. It enables them to give “kudos” (similar to “likes”) on each other’s activities, comment, and provide support.
- Clubs: Strava users can join and create clubs based on their interests, locations, or sports. Clubs provide a platform for like-minded individuals to connect, organize group events, and interact within their community.
- Training and Analysis: The app offers in-depth analysis of users’ activities, allowing them to review their performance, compare with previous efforts, and monitor progress over time.
- Integration with Wearable Devices: Strava integrates with various wearable fitness devices, such as smartwatches and fitness trackers, allowing users to sync their data seamlessly.
- Privacy Settings: Users have control over their privacy settings, allowing them to share their activities with the public, just their followers, or keep them private.
- Global Heatmaps: Strava provides global heatmaps that display popular routes used by Strava users worldwide, making it easier to discover new running and cycling paths.
- Training Plans: Strava offers personalized training plans for users looking to achieve specific fitness goals, helping them stay motivated and focused.
