A-Trak & Nikeâs Running Man Workout Plan Two years ago, Apple and Nike married music with sports through a project called Nike+iPod. Through Steve Jobsâs technology, a small device is inserted into one foot of your running shoes, and all the details about your workout (time, and distance traveled) are recorded on your iPod. All they needed was the music to match. Since linking up, theyâve already commissioned exclusive âOriginal Runâ mixes by LCD Soundsystem, Aesop Rock, and the Crystal Meth