by K. Aleisha Fetters, Melissa Matthews

Waterlogged Yeah, yeah, we all know the ol <a href="https://www.menshealth.com/health/g19523596/why-your-pee-changes-colors/" id="9214b1de-8f31-388d-a7d3-8c3f60ce9315"> check-your-pee-color-to-see-if-youre-hydrated </a> test. But this app makes hitting your hydration goals (which are linked to your energy levels, workout capacity, and hunger levels) much easier, not to mention less gross. The Waterlogged app allows me to set reminders for myself at scheduled or random intervals to drink more water and keeps track of how well I am meeting my daily drinking goals, says Jim White, R.D., owner of Jim White Fitness &amp; Nutrition Studios in Virginia. I try to shoot for drinking half of my body weight in ounces of water per day. (free for iOS and Android, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/waterlogged-drink-more-water-daily-water-intake-tracker/id352199775?mt=8%20play." id="2496bf53-8b6f-3d13-a395-6ed50d001458"> itunes.com </a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.daylogger.waterlogged&amp;hl=en" id="484de0ee-20c3-32df-ac4f-808e90b5cc3c"> play.google.com </a> ) Waterlogged

Talkspace When it comes to losing weight, diet and exercise are crucial, but to have any success, you cant discount the importance of mental health, says Georgie Fear, R.D., author of Lean Habits for Lifelong Weight Loss. For her clients who struggle with emotional or binge eating, Fear recommends Talkspace, which gives you access to professional counseling anywhere, anytime. Message your therapist 24/7 via text, voice, video. (plans start at $32 per week, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/talkspace-online-therapy-licensed-ecounseling/id661829386?mt=8" id="0bac5ed7-59a0-3f61-a479-c250c61bf6e9"> itunes.com </a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/dev?id=7862836077515386868&amp;hl=en" id="1ab8f497-7ce8-3751-a8ab-5d74956bda7d"> play.google.com </a> ) Talkspace

Runkeeper Runkeeper offers tailored training programs based on your current fitness level and personal goals. It offers a look at your performance over time and syncs with fitness trackers like Garmin and Apple Watch. ( <a href="https://www.asics.com/us/en-us/mk/runkeeper" id="fc3912c8-2c88-37ba-a486-5e5b57c0dfd7"> download is free </a> , but premium services cost $39.99 annually for iOS, itunes, and play.google.com) RunKeeper.com

Happy Scale When you step on the scale, the number is a reflection of not just your true weight, but also your hormonal fluctuations and poop habits. Happy Scale takes the fluctuations out of weight measurements and makes for a smooth curve, so guys are better able to gauge their true progress, says board-certified family and bariatric physician Spencer Nadolsky, D.O., a diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. The app will even predict what youll weigh in the future if you keep up your current habits. (free for iOS, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/happy-scale-weight-loss-tracker-predictions-trend-chart/id532430574?mt=8&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" id="7ac1e9d6-c2b5-32e5-a06c-50838c05e802"> itunes.com </a> ) Happy Scale

BioForce HRV Your heart rate variabilitya.k.a., the fluctuations in the amount of time between each heartbeatis a marker of your bodys current stress levels and exercise recovery status. Too much fluctuation <a href="https://breakingmuscle.com/reviews/product-review-bioforce-hrv" id="630cae45-13f6-30fc-aec6-2348717b9ba7"> is a sign of fatigue </a> , and BioForce HRV uses these measurements to determine how hard you should work out. I've used this for years, says Mens Health Nutrition Advisor Mike Roussell, Ph.D. It allows me to know how long and hard I should train that day based on the state of my nervous system. (free for iOS and Android, though use requires purchase of $194 BioForce HRV sensor, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/bioforce-hrv/id490419670?mt=8" id="e1a7f35a-4aad-3b3f-a7f9-29ef9ae1dbd6"> itunes.com </a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.performancesports.bioforce&amp;hl=en" id="a46e30e6-ad4d-3305-a4e0-50d747e840de"> play.google.com </a> ) BioForce HRV

Fooducate Many foods, such as protein bars or frozen dinners, masquerade as <a href="https://www.menshealth.com/nutrition/a19852287/high-sugar-foods/" id="0c83cc2f-9d66-3bc5-ae85-ba9b673cf3ff"> healthy options </a> , even though they're actually anything but. Fooducate makes it easy to determine whether those quinoa crackers are actually healthier than a bag of chips. Its database of more than 250,000 items allows you to scan any food UPC label using your smartphones camera. It'll then give the product a letter grade, along with an explanation for why it is or isnt healthy. The app will even provide a list of healthier options that are similar to the product youre eyeing. (free for iOS and Android, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/fooducate-nutrition-tracker/id398436747?mt=8" id="08b3de31-afe9-3457-abf5-1ad5f4e5047b"> itunes.com </a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fooducate.nutritionapp&amp;hl=en_US" id="d8ac3124-feb2-3067-aeea-1339f2c042de"> play.google.com </a> ) Fooducate/iTunes

Healthy Out It can be tough for dieters to find healthy options when they're dining out. Using GPS technology, HealthyOut will compile a list restaurants in your area, along with recommended menu items for the health-conscious. It'll also provide additional tips for how to make the dish healthier, such as leaving croutons off a salad. ( <a href="https://www.healthyout.com/" id="749e4d99-993d-387a-aa2e-470d2b953976"> free for iOS, itunes.com </a> ) Healthy Out/iTunes

Yummly Deciding what to eat for dinner after a long day at work can be annoying for anyone. But factor in dietary restrictions, and meal time can become downright stressful. With Yummly, you can enter your dietary preferences (such as Paleo or Keto), favorite cuisines, and your cooking abilities to generate a list of recipes that will suit your taste buds and lifestyle preferences. You can also create shopping lists from your favorite recipes, so you'll never forget to buy anything at the grocery store. (free for iOS and Android, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/yummly-recipes-shopping-list/id589625334?mt=8" id="641f3800-0f77-396c-a865-448d60589e51"> itunes.com </a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yummly.android&amp;hl=en_US" id="41af241d-9b9a-3316-ab72-aed93a019f93"> play.google.com </a> ) Yummly/iTunes

Done Struggling to kick that late night snacking? Just cant seem to wake up for those early am workouts? Letting go of bad habits is hard, and adopting healthy ones can seem brutal. Done aims to make both easier. Set goals, track your activity and progress, and set reminders to stay motivated throughout the day. (free basic version for iOS, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/done-a-simple-habit-tracker/id1103961876?mt=8" id="338b11a1-7c4a-3f41-a2a6-f0096e03ef5d"> itunes.com </a> ) iTunes

YouAte Think of this app as a mashup of traditional food diaries, like MyFitnessPal, and instagram. Instead of weighing and logging food from the database, users upload photos of meals. YouAte stresses mindful eating, so you can record emotions to determine if stress led you to eating those afternoon donuts. (free basic version for iOS and Android, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/app/apple-store/id1164976477?pt=101931802&amp;ct=website&amp;mt=8" id="20b07c86-4568-30af-a041-15346aa1855e"> itunes.com </a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.youate.android" id="34030c39-27eb-3009-ad6e-8ecd78a2e9dd"> play.google.com </a> ) iTunes.com

KetoDiet The KetoDiet app is a great resource for those following the high-fat diet. Youll find recipes; food and body weight tracking; and a keto starter guide. Theres even a calculator to determine how much fat, protein, and carbs you should eat to stay in ketosis, or fat burning mode. (available for iOS and Android. $8.99 on <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=74968X1576254&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fitunes.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Fketodiet%2Fid575004207%3Fmt%3D8%26ign-mpt%3Duo%253D4&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.menshealth.com%2Fnutrition%2Fg24433653%2Fketo-diet-apps%2F" id="adc5b20b-98d6-36fd-afae-449917d8c1e0"> itunes </a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ketodietapp.ketodiet.full" id="ee4148af-cf65-3db9-a8fb-1f3a26e65098"> Google Play </a> ).

12 Weight Loss Apps That Actually Work

15 Weight Loss Apps That Actually Work

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12 Weight Loss Apps That Actually Work

15 Weight Loss Apps That Actually Work