Strava improves its mapping, route planning and strength training features

Date:
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

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Stravas newest update has improved its mapping, route planning and strength training features.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Strava has added new route planning features to its app The changes cover route discovery, mapping, offline tools, and more Strava has also recently upgraded its strength training features You might think of Strava as built for runners and
cyclists, but it can track many more activities . With its latest updates,
its added a few more features for walking, hiking, and strength training that fitness fans might enjoy.

According to a new press release , Strava has improved its route discovery
and mapping tools, with the changes being aimed at making it easier for users who love outdoor activities to find, plan, and follow the best routes. To
that end, the search function has been made more intuitive and should understand prompts made in your own words. More routes are available, offline maps are simpler to use, and route cards have been updated with a new design. Latest Videos From TechRadar Watch full video here:

Strava also says paying subscribers will soon be able to hear turn-by-turn audio directions without using their hands. Community tagging of points of interest will be available in the future, and users will also be able to find new routes on the web, not just in the app. These features aren't in the app just yet, but Strava says they are coming soon. More features for strength training (Image credit: Strava) The routing update follows hot on the heels
of another change to Strava in October, which brought strength workouts designed by fitness coaches to the app. In that instance, subscribers can now see animated guidance for strength exercises, with live set and rep tracking as the workout progresses. Free users, meanwhile, will get a sample workout for free, and a number of additional workout series and new ways to track strength workouts are due before the end of 2026. You may like Amazfits
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Together, the updates to running and strength training help to make Strava a broader fitness app, one that is moving away from its origins in tracking running and cycling. With the addition of coach-created workouts, its taken a step toward a more hands-on, guided approach than weve seen before.

Strava is already one of the best fitness apps around, and these updates
might help make it more attractive to anyone who is currently on the fence about joining. With more features on the way, it could be a good time to get started. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds. Todays best fitness tracker deals Garmin Vivoactive 6 211.35 View See all prices voucher gift Samsung Galaxy Fit3 59 View See all prices voucher gift Amazfit Active 3 Premium 169 View
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