High-intensity workouts are not always for everyone. Some people just prefer a light kick in the morning to get started throughout the day. One of the most effective means to stay physically is by walking.

For you to stay healthy and strong, you need to regularly do walking exercises daily. As the American Heart Association says, every person needs at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise five days per week to help them live longer and healthier.

For someone who wants to track his/her walking steps every day, some apps can help you with that. From distance measurement to calorie estimation, here are the best mobile walking apps you need to use to achieve a healthy lifestyle.

Best Walking Apps on Android and iOS

MapMyWalk

For smartphone users who want to stay fit while walking, MapMyWalk could be your best bet among the currently available apps on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

You can easily track your steps using it thanks to the GPS. What's more, is that you can also identify your burned calories and your walking duration.

It's very convenient to use and suited for all levels. You can connect with the community to discuss more walking-related topics that you haven't yet known.

While you can sync it to Under Armor footwear, it won't be linked to other brands. Additionally, you can pair it with Apple Watch, Garmin smartwatch, and even your Samsung timepiece.

Argus

Argus is another walking app that you need to download on your smartphone. It serves as an instant walking tracker for your daily exercise. It even presents more settings to help you find the best workout for you.

It can calculate your calories, your distance, duration, and even your elevation gain. Argus is also capable of tracking your heart rate thanks to the heart rate app. All you need to do is to put your index finger on your phone's camera lens to activate the feature.

If you want to measure your water and food intake, Argus can also do this job for you.

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Step Counter

The last app on the list is only exclusive to Android users. Step Counter could count as the best candidate for the walking apps on the platform. It's free and it only uses a small sensor so it just consumes a small amount of battery when being used.

While many walking apps ask permission to collect the users' data, Step Counter sticks to its policy of zero data collection. It's easy to use thanks to its user-friendly UI.

Remember that these walking apps will be your tools for a healthy living. Make sure to stick to your regular walking habits and you will get there once you get your job done.

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Written by Joseph Henry