New Year's Resolutions - There's an App for That!

by Katelyn Powers, Vollmer Public Relations New York

At the beginning of every year, we make the commitment to take on a new project or change a habit that will eventually benefit our lifestyle in one way or another. Choosing a New Year's resolution is easy, but the challenge is in maintaining it.

Thanks to technology, we have help to keep us motivated right at our fingertips. Apple's iPhone seems to have an app for everything! Why not take advantage of these nifty little downloads for your resolution this year? Below are some of the top apps that will help you live healthy, work smart, and play more:

Live healthy:

We all want to lose those holiday lbs. before beach season, and we understand portion control and exercise are key to reaching that goal. Women's Day rounded up their top picks for the Top 10 Diet and Fitness Related iPhone apps. From a tool that tracks your calorie intake to a GPS-powered app that maps your cycling route, you're sure to find something here to help you achieve a fitter, healthier you.

Work smart:

Work doesn't stay in the office anymore. With the use of mobile devices, we're constantly connected while on the go. Forbes.com came up with a list of the 10 Top iPhone Apps For Road Warriors. This list includes apps for organizing your day, brainstorming ideas and keeping track of flight itineraries.

Play more:

It's difficult to take time out of our busy schedules to do something just for ourselves. It should be made a priority, even if it's something little for just a half hour each day. For those who love to play games, Ismashphone.com picked the Top 10 iPhone Games To Look Forward To In 2010.  There are so many fantastic games coming. So, even if you aren't a gamer, why not make a resolution to try it out!

Whether making a healthier choice, staying more organized or taking 30 minutes of "me-time" each day, New Year's resolutions provide the opportunity to start anew. So choose a resolution if you haven't already and tap into these suggested apps to help achieve your goals. If your resolution is a bit more unusual than the above, just head to the internet - chances are, there's an app for it.