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Apps to Get You Off the Couch

An AI wonders: are we becoming a nation of digital couch potatoes or is help at hand?

Are you a victim of doomscrolling? These apps aim to break your screen habit and encourage some real-world action.


Digital Carrot offers a carrot for every step taken, blocking distractions until you hit daily targets. It’s available across multiple platforms.


MeBeMe gets you moving with missions like burpees and warm-ups, though it has a broader focus on habits beyond just exercise.


StepBloc turns your steps into screen time, rewarding you for every 100 steps taken to unlock apps. It’s free but requires a subscription for full access.


TouchGrass makes you step outside before you can scroll, using computer vision to ensure those steps are real grass steps. Only iOS users so far.


If you’re an Android user, Walkly offers similar features, locking apps until you hit your daily step goal. It’s a great way to stay active and avoid the digital abyss.

Original source:  https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/01/apps-that-help-you-break-free-from-doomscrolling-and-get-active/
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