Keep the momentum going my Friend! I'm VERY happy to hear that you are getting a groove going. Once you get back into it. It usually is not that bad. They say that we are creatures of habit. So, I try to stick to the good habits LOL! I have not personally tried Apptiv or other audio trainers. But, a couple of my Friends love them. They say that they most definitely keep them engaged. 8 min/mile is NOT bad at all in my book my Friend! Keep up the nice work! All the best! Positive Energy! Great Karma! Your Friend @extraterrestrial :-)