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Redpoint: Bouldering & Climb
#1 Climbing Tracker & Trainer
Like all challenging fitness activities, climbing (and its small-but-mighty cousin bouldering) is perfect for tracking with an app.
Use Redpoint and you’ll get information like pace and time from your climb, which you can plug into the Health app.
To get the most out of Redpoint, though, you want to wear an Apple Watch: it tracks your heart rate and the height attained.
Based on this data, it conjures up personalised training suggestions, putting together a plan that suits you. It can also check the difficulty of routes as you go, and the whole thing syncs with running and cycling tracker Strava.
Redpoint maintains details of gyms and outdoor locations near you, and it’s suitable for a range of activities, from free solo climbs to Via Ferrata. And if you’re the gamification type, it enhances your exercise with achievements and a leaderboard.
There’s a comprehensive library inside the app, too. The Basics section is a solid place for beginners to start, with stacks to learn about the terminology, route difficulties and advice on shoes and equipment.
Unlock a subscription to access nine more advanced Training sections, which cover everything from finger strength to overcoming injuries.