There are few among us who wouldn't like to shed a few extra pounds, and there's no better time to dedicate oneself to the idea than after packing them on during the holidays. My Fitness Pal (Free, universal) allows you to track your caloric intake, adding up totals from every meal and laying out the information in a way that's easy to manage.

Though smoking seems to be on the decline, there are still plenty of folks out there that go through packs of cigarettes on a regular basis. If you'd like to kick the habit but need a little help along the way, try My Last Cigarette ($0.99, Universal). It offers up regular reminders as to why you should quit, plus shows how your health has improved since quitting.

Reading is a great way to relax, kill time, or even learn something new. Too often, however, is indulgence in a book viewed as a burden. Your shelves are stacked with texts you'd love to tackle; you just need to make time for it. ReadMore ($2.99, iPhone) encourages you to do just that by tracking your reading time and keeping track of your progress through your books.

Getting your finances in line can seem like a tremendous task, and you might not want to look and see just how much you spent over the holidays. Those figures don't have to bring fear if you get your money in order with Mint.com Personal Finance (Free, Universal). Meant to keep your accounts in order (and you on budget), it can help take the worry out of money management.

It's said that variety is the spice of life, and for most there is no more major constant than where one lives. You don't have to move to spice things up, but traveling can provide a nice getaway and a refresh on on your daily life. Kayak Pro ($0.99, Universal) will do everything to get you out of the house, from flight and hotel plans to trip itineraries.

Staying on track is hard enough when you have a steady routine. It's especially difficult to get goal-oriented after a getaway from the daily grind. If you'd like to start anew with a mindset of organization and productivity, try Orchestra To-Do (Free, iPhone). Set single or reoccurring events, get regular reminders, and connect with others to keep everyone on task.

No matter how far removed you may be from school, it's never too late to learn something new. Bettering your education is one of the most beneficial things you can do. Khan Academy (Free, Universal) allows you to do just that on your own time. With a video library of over 3,500 clips, this app will give you the opportunity to learn something new on a wide array of topics.

We've all experienced the pain of working a job we don't particularly care for. The hours are inconvenient, the boss hates you for no reason, your co-workers aren't helpful, and you sure aren't getting paid enough to stay. Dedicate the new year to finding a new gig with Job Aware (Free, Universal), and use its powerful search engine to find your dream job.