While heading to the gym and working with a personal trainer can surely help your fitness routine, you can save a ton of money by simply using a few handy iPhone apps. Exercise is an important part of life that can help reduce the effects and risks of depression, heart disease, stress, diabetes and many other conditions. Here are a few apps to help you get in the game.

iMapMyFitness – Forget about trying to record all of your physical activity while exercising outdoors, iMayMyFitness uses your iPhone’s built-in GPS to track your run, bike ride, hike and more with detailed information on time, distance, pace, speed and elevation. The app also allows you to share your workout routines with friends via the social networking function. (Free).

iFitness – No need for a gym expert with this app. There are more than 230 exercises and stretches included with pictures and instructions so you know you are doing them correctly. You can also log your work, record your weight, design your own workout or use any of the 12 pre-designed routines outlined in the program. ($1.99).

C25K – Couch to 5K is excellent for beginner runners. The nine-week training program has users gradually making their way to running 5K in just 30 minutes. If that sounds like an intimidating task, don’t worry, the first few weeks involve alternating short running and walking intervals to help you get in the swing of things. ($2.99).