Is there any way of contributing to this?
Show HN: Running, an extremely simple exercise tracking app.
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#12Is there any way of contributing to this?
Hi Icasela
I will be releasing a developers kit very soon which will allow you to make such small apps for the Hmpgr platform. I will definitely let you know once I release that.
If you wish to contribute specifically to Running app, then let me know and I will send you required details as soon as I am done with developers kit.
Re: Show HN: Running, an extremely simple exercise tracking app.
#13Is there any way of contributing to this?
Hi Icasela I will be releasing a developers kit very soon which will allow you to make such small apps for the Hmpgr platform. I will definitely let you know once I release that. If you wish to contribute specifically to Running app, then let me know and I will send you required details as soon as I am done with developers kit.
Cool!
>I will be releasing a developers kit very soon which will allow you to make such small apps for the Hmpgr platform.
Will you be sending out an email to everyone who has registered to your site?
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#14Earlier quoted context omitted.
Hi Icasela I will be releasing a developers kit very soon which will allow you to make such small apps for the Hmpgr platform. I will definitely let you know once I release that. If you wish to contribute specifically to Running app, then let me know and I will send you required details as soon as I am done with developers kit.
Cool! >I will be releasing a developers kit very soon which will allow you to make such small apps for the Hmpgr platform. Will you be sending out an email to everyone who has registered to your site?
hey Icasela,
I try to avoid emails but since you asked I will send it out to you.
Re: Show HN: Running, an extremely simple exercise tracking app.
#15This already exists in the form of MapMyRun, RunKeeper, MyFitnessPal, etc, etc... I don't see what makes yours so unique.
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#16This already exists in the form of MapMyRun, RunKeeper, MyFitnessPal, etc, etc... I don't see what makes yours so unique.
Hi,
The uniqueness is in terms of its simplicity and minimalistic nature. The apps which you mentioned are all great.
Running app is just an execution for the same requirements in the minimalistic sense. I agree it will not appeal to everyone, but I am trying to find out if there are any of us who likes such minimalistic apps.
Re: Show HN: Running, an extremely simple exercise tracking app.
#17FIrst of all, the app looks fine. It's not super polished or anything, but it's functional and does exactly what it says it does. My problem with this is that most fitness apps are on mobile -- designed for mobile first -- and since I take my iPhone with me when I run, it not only tracks the fact that I'm running, but how far, how fast, and my exact route. I don't have to think "Hmm, I ran 12.6 miles" and then type i…
Hey Jemaclus I agree with what you said. Its what anyone would expect from an app like this. Warning: what comes next is very opinionated :) Let me put my perspective and I am aware its a bit different. And its a bit difficult to explain, so hear me out totally. The point about exercising is all about staying healthy. Its about consistency with which you exercise. Now let me give you an example where an automatic tra…
So I think my use of the word "automatically" was a bad one. I think I meant "super easy". For instance, when I step out the door, I open my Strava app, and I hit "Start Running", and then I start running. When I'm done, I hit "Finished" and it saves every stat it tracked about my run, and later after some processing, it tells me even more things, like whether this run was better than other runs or whether I ran a new route or whatever. The point being that I don't have to remember anything other than hitting "Start" and "Finish". For an app like yours, I have to go back to my computer or actually type a button in.
I read an article this morning -- I can't remember which one, sorry -- but the author basically suggested that any time you can eliminate typing on a mobile device, you should. If you can make everything tappable in a few seconds on a mobile device, you're golden.
That said, I think this particular activity is in need of new solutions -- not Yet Another Tracker.
Anyway, good luck. Hope this works out for you! Like you said, exercise is all about being healthy, so if this works for you, great! I'm purely offering advice from a business standpoint (as in, I would pay for this product if _____)
Re: Show HN: Running, an extremely simple exercise tracking app.
#18Earlier quoted context omitted.
Hey Jemaclus I agree with what you said. Its what anyone would expect from an app like this. Warning: what comes next is very opinionated :) Let me put my perspective and I am aware its a bit different. And its a bit difficult to explain, so hear me out totally. The point about exercising is all about staying healthy. Its about consistency with which you exercise. Now let me give you an example where an automatic tra…
So I think my use of the word "automatically" was a bad one. I think I meant "super easy". For instance, when I step out the door, I open my Strava app, and I hit "Start Running", and then I start running. When I'm done, I hit "Finished" and it saves every stat it tracked about my run, and later after some processing, it tells me even more things, like whether this run was better than other runs or whether I ran a ne…
Thanks a lot for the thoughts and insights.
> About going back to computer...
This app is mobile ready and can be "Added to Homescreen" for easy access.
My quest currently is to understand that do we really need all that details about the running (like paths, comparison with other runs etc.) because more data brings more complexity. I feel, in many cases, being simple is a feature in itself. Just my thought.
I am actually targeting that section of the users who want really simple apps.
For full-fledged requirement, I agree, MapMyRun, Runkeeper apps do the justice.
Thanks again for all the inputs. I really appreciate.
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#20Earlier quoted context omitted.
Soon enough.
Sweet, but what's the deal with going slowly adding basic exercises?
hi,
I am following the approach of putting minimal yet useful version out and then tailor according to early adopters. That way I will not end up cluttering it with things not needed. Like for instance 3 exercises are ok, but if its goes more than that, I will have to develop a feature where you could hide an exercise you are not interested it (and may be add it later if needed).
But I will do it very soon. Best would be if you sign up and you would some to know immediately. Or follow us on twitter for updates @hmpgr.
BTW thanks for showing the interest. Would love to get more feedback if you find anything interesting to share about the app experience.