Elevate your race training with these watch apps

Whether you're participating in a local 5K or training for an ultramarathon, these watch apps can help you enhance your race training and meet your running goals.

Add some structure to your jogs by setting out on one of Nike Run Club's Guided Runs. Take a look at the 'Get Started Collection' if you're a newbie, or opt for more advanced runs with intervals or fartleks (higher intensity spurts coupled with periods of lower effort) – complete with motivational audio from pro athletes. Have a particular race in mind? Select specific goals to help you hit your training milestones.

Want to up your running game? Find a training plan that suits your needs with Adidas Running. You can also choose from over 90 sports and activities (whether in the gym or outside), logging your exercise in real time. Easily track yourself on the go from your watch. Then, once you've cooled down, check the phone app to view a breakdown of your run and compare stats.

Motivate yourself and others with this social app for runners. Track your runs with your watch, then share them on Strava using your phone. You can help friends follow along with your progress, and give others much-needed encouragement to cheer them on virtually in their running journey.

You can support your runs by building strength. Track self-guided training straight from your watch, with AI-generated workouts customised to your needs, fitness level and equipment. Want to make it even easier to start off a session? Add the Fitbod tile to your watch to access workouts in a flash.

Training for a race doesn't just require physical strength – you also need to be in the right headspace to put in the work. With Calm, you'll build mental endurance and discipline by regularly training your brain as well as your body. Relax with guided meditations, breathwork and sleep aids so that you can de-stress and perform at your best.