New Year’s resolutions are tough. You start with the best of intentions, but then it all kind of falls apart before January is over. No matter what your goals are for 2016, you’re more likely to stick with them with a little support. And in 2016, that support is handheld: your smartphone. Smartphone apps aren’t just for humblebragging via well-composed Instagrams and texts — they’re also designed to help organize and improve your life. In fact, there’s an app for pretty much any kind of crazy resolution you want to make, be it focused on fitness, health or anything else. Ahead, our top 11 smartphone app picks to ensure your resolutions last.
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Resolution: Get In Shape
If you've got your healthy diet on lock but still need some guidance in the fitness arena, check out FitStar. With this, you can build the workout that you want to complete and be well on your way toward achieving your fitness goals.
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Resolution: Drink More Water
If getting in shape is a resolution, drinking more water should be one, too. Waterlogged makes it easy to keep track of all the H2O getting into your system.
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Resolution: Get More Sleep
In the same vein, part of being healthy is getting a better night's sleep. Sleepio promises to help you do just that.
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Resolution: Eat Cooler Things
Resolve to not just eat more healthy foods this year, but also delicious foods. That's what Yummly is for.
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Resolution: Take Charge of Your Health
A comprehensive health plan involves seeing professionals when needed. Amwell makes it easier by fast-tracking communication (through video!) to health providers for an easier pathway to wellness. No more skipping the doc!
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Resolution: Never Have a Bad Hair Day
DJ Hannah Bronfman's app Beautified is your last-minute beauty appointment savior. It lets you find and book same-day services from spas to salons.
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Resolution: Keep Track of Your Period
Clue Period Tracker is perfect for those who want to track their period without all the pink and frill. It's a great time to take charge of your reproductive health!
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Resolution: Stay Uber-Organized
Evernote is for all aspiring Type As. Take notes, make lists, take photos — Evernote does it all and helps keep your life in check through one simple app.
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Resolution: Travel More
Who doesn't want to travel more? Hitlist helps make travel dreams into travel realities by tracking airfare and alerting you to low prices.
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Resolution: Manage Your Finances
Is "spend less" at the top of your list? Download Mint Personal Finance, which gives you a clear picture of your cash, from spending to income to investments and even your credit score.
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Resolution: Save Money
Receipt Hog offers a fresh new way to save while spending. Upload your receipts to the app and earn cash and rewards for groceries, pet supplies, pharmacy items and more.
