Running is potentially one of the most low-tech sports out there. It's just a matter of putting on some shoes -- or not -- and heading out to a favorite path, trail or shore. However, new gear is changing the way people measure, track and think about their runs. Despite its simplicity, running has spawned its fair share of gadgets, gear, apps and other technologies.
You don't need much to become a serious runner. There's no big investment in gear or apparel required.
"Running is definitely a low-cost sport, which is why it is so attractive," said certified strength and conditioning specialist Scott Greenberg.
"I think it can remain that way," he told TechNewsWorld. "However, some new tools can and will definitely have an impact on those looking to maximize performance."
App Running For runners carrying smartphones, the running app market is full of possibilities for tracking, mapping and measuring runs. Runmeter, for instance, is a GPS-enabled iOS fitness app that offers real-time and post-workout information. It gives runners information about pace, speed, and heart rate. Using text-to-speech technology, it also can offer runners encouraging comments from friends.
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