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Strides: Goal & Habit Tracker
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Curated by Surfaced Editorial·Productivity·3 min read
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Strides is a versatile goal and habit tracking application created by Kyle K. Kelly, designed to help users set SMART goals and track their progress with various metrics. It offers four distinct tracker types—Habit, Target, Average, and Project—allowing for highly customized tracking beyond simple daily check-ins. The primary workflow involves defining a goal (e.g., 'Run 5K,' 'Save $1000,' 'Meditate daily'), selecting a tracker type, and then logging progress regularly to see trends and forecasts. It is available on iOS, iPadOS, and web platforms, with its most used feature being the 'Habit' tracker for building daily consistency with clear streak visualizations. All user data is synced securely via iCloud and its own cloud service, ensuring data integrity and accessibility across Apple devices and the web.

Why It’s Useful

Strides effectively eliminates the ambiguity and lack of progress visibility often associated with long-term goals and habit formation. For the entrepreneur working towards a specific revenue target, Strides can track weekly sales figures (Target goal), providing clear insights into whether they are on track to meet their financial objectives. For the individual trying to establish a consistent writing routine, the Habit tracker provides a compelling streak view, while the Project tracker can break down a novel into smaller, manageable milestones. The free tier is genuinely useful, allowing tracking of up to 5 habits or goals, making it a powerful tool for initial self-improvement efforts. Compared to simpler habit trackers, Strides wins with its ability to track a wider array of goal types beyond just daily habits, offering a more holistic approach to personal development. A power feature is its 'Pace Line' which predicts if you'll hit your target based on current progress, offering a powerful, data-driven motivational push. A non-technical person can easily set up their first habit or simple goal in under 5 minutes, though exploring its advanced goal types might take a little longer.

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