New Year, new you? Sticking to resolutions is never easy, but we thankfully have a helping hand in technology! Whether you’re tackling fitness goals, breaking bad habits, or finally learning to bake sourdough bread, there’s an app for that! Here’s some of our top picks to help you smash your goals this year.



1. Getting Fit and Staying Active

Getting fit is probably the most popular resolution, but it’s also the one most of us abandon by February. Thankfully, a few clever apps make it a lot easier to stick with.

• Couch to 5K: This app is your no-judgment guide to going from zero to hero in just nine weeks. With audio coaching and gradual pacing, it transforms running into something doable—even if your current workout routine involves scrolling through Netflix.
• Strava: A favourite for runners and cyclists, Strava isn’t just about tracking workouts. It’s also a brilliant way to connect with others. Share your runs, compare stats, and join virtual challenges.
• Nike Training Club: Forget pricey gym memberships. This app offers free guided workouts for all fitness levels, covering everything from yoga to high-intensity training. You can even personalise your workout plan to suit your schedule and goals.

2. Breaking Bad Habits

These apps are great for giving you some structure and encouragement to ditch the bad and build the good.

• Habitica: If you’ve ever wished adulting came with gold stars, this app is for you. Habitica turns your goals into a game, where completing tasks earns you rewards (and slacking off can cost you). It’s a playful way to keep yourself accountable.
• Quit Genius: Quitting smoking or cutting back on drinking? Quit Genius offers more than just tracking—it includes tailored plans, therapy techniques, and even mindfulness exercises to help you stay committed.
• Streaks: Sometimes, all it takes is a little visual motivation. Streaks tracks how many days in a row you’ve kept up your habit, giving you that extra push to keep the streak alive.

3. Mindfulness and Self-Care

Your mental health deserves as much attention as your physical fitness. These apps help you find a little calm in the daily chaos! .

• Headspace: Meditation can feel a bit intimidating, but Headspace makes it easy to start. Its bite-sized, guided sessions that fit into busy schedules, and its focus on mindfulness helps with sleep, stress and feeling more present.
• BetterSleep: Struggling with restless nights? BetterSleep combines sleep tracking, calming sounds, and even stories to help you drift off. 
• Calm: Known for its soothing aesthetic, Calm offers meditations, breathing exercises, and even celebrity-narrated sleep stories! 
• Headway: Frustrated by the hours lost to mindless scrolling? Say Hello to Headway! - A book summary app that helps non-readers, or busy people, read more without actually cracking open books. So instead of those 15 minutes spent scrolling, you can now spend 15 minutes researching, exploring and polishing up your skills on a whole host of topics.  

4. Saving Money and Financial Planning

Here’s some apps that make it simple to track your spending and save smarter.

• Emma: If budgeting feels like a chore, Emma turns it into a manageable task. It links to your accounts to track spending, highlight sneaky subscriptions, and help you save where it counts.
• Plum: Saving money can feel tough, but Plum does it all for you! It analyses your spending habits and squirrels away small amounts automatically. It’s surprising how quickly the savings add up.
• YNAB (You Need a Budget): YNAB is for anyone who likes to see every pound have a purpose. It’s great for setting clear financial goals and sticking to them—whether that’s paying off debt or saving for a big purchase.

5. Learning Something New

If one of your resolutions is to pick up a new skill, then here’s a few to take a look at..

• Duolingo: With its bright, gamified lessons, Duolingo makes learning a new language more like playing a game. Plus, it’s free!
• Skillshare: This app is like YouTube, but more structured. Whether you want to improve your photography skills or dive into graphic design, there’s a class for everything.
• MasterClass: Want to learn writing from Margaret Atwood or cooking from Gordon Ramsay? MasterClass connects you with world-renowned experts, making learning genuinely inspiring.

Bonus Section: A Few More Apps Worth Trying

Here are a few more gems to consider:

• Forest: Stay focused by planting virtual trees that grow when you avoid distractions.
• Tody: Organising and scheduling the household chores with Tody.
• Couple: Strengthen your relationship with shared goals and private messaging features.

Whether you’re running your first 5K, mastering mindfulness, or finally tackling your finances, there’s so many tools out there to keep you on track or provide the inspiration you need to stick with it!