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Get off the couch and get running with the OFFICIAL Couch to 5K® training app! This oft-imitated program has helped thousands of new runners move from the couch to the finish line. Spend just 20 to 30 minutes, three times a week, for nine weeks, and you’ll be ready to finish your first 5K (3.1-mile) race!

Get more information about the Couch to 5K app here: http://www.active.com/mobile/couch-to-5k-app

Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

The Couch to 5K coach you select talks to you during your workouts. To save your battery, Couch to 5K sends audio notifications when your screen is locked or another app is in use.

To be sure you hear the coach during your workout, please do the following:
• Turn on Notifications permissions
• Turn on the hardware ring/silent switch (no red showing)
• Turn your ringer volume up
• Turn off Do Not Disturb (swipe up for Control Panel and the moon button should not be white)
• Within the app, in Settings > Workout Options, be sure the Trainer Volume is up

Without granting notification permissions, during a workout you can click the lock icon at the top left to keep the app active and still hear the coach.

For support please contact us at: [email protected] We would love to hear from you.

WINNER of the 2012 Appy Award for best Healthcare & Fitness App!

Features
• Training plan designed by Active.com trainers
• Choose from 4 different motivating virtual coaches—Johnny Dead, Constance, Billie or Sergeant Block
• Hear human audio cues to guide you through each workout
• Listen to your favorite playlists with in-app music player
• Calculate your distance & pace and map your routes with FREE GPS support*
• Log your workouts and share your progress on Facebook
• Get support from the largest running community on Active.com Trainer
• Repeat workouts and track your best performance
• Treadmill support allows manual entry of workouts
• Track your progress with total distance and average pace
• Graphs for workouts to compare distance and pace

Finished the Couch to 5K program and ready to take your running program to the next level? Check out our 5K to 10K app to prep for your first 10K race here. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/5k-to-10k/id526458735!

Praise
"The popular Couch to 5K app helps new runners avoid injury from doing too much, too soon."
—Runners World, June 2012

"It's ridiculously easy to use (it's hard not to, as you just do what you're told) and it's fantastic that you have an encouraging voice talking you through things."
—Engadget, June 2012

"Active.com’s Couch to 5K is one of my favorite… apps. With its customizable features, interactivity, and well-rounded interface, I may actually stay off the couch this time."
—148Apps, October 2011

"I knew as soon as I decided to start the Couch to 5K program that I would need something to keep me accountable—not just to showing up for my training, but to actually doing it properly. Of course there’s an app for that."
—CalorieLab, April 2012

"If you have been struggling to get your buns off the couch and somewhat in shape before the summer hits, training for a 5K is not a bad way to start. If you are looking for a program to help get you there, then the “Couch to 5K” running plan by CoolRunning is probably your best bet if you haven’t done an ounce of athletic activity for a number of years."
—Droid Life, April 2012

FAQ
• Once you purchase the app, it is yours to keep. It does not expire after 9 weeks.

Couch to 5K® - Run training App Comments & Reviews

Couch to 5K® - Run training Positive Reviews

Best Couch to 5K training app out thereThis app has the basics, which is all you really need to get started running. I started from very little activity and not much experience being athletic when I was younger. Run-walk was the only way I was able to build up the stamina to actually complete a full 5K. Because of this app, I’ve even worked up to running a full 10K, something I never thought I’d be able to accomplish. You’re able to listen to your music, pick the narrator you prefer to give you the audio cues, it records how much you run (and your pace during the walking and running portions separately). It’s also completely free. You could try the program for as long as you want to decide if you like it or if you want to pay and try something else. Unfortunately I don’t like the 5K to 10K program by this company as much, but once you’re at a 5K level there are much better programs and capabilities out there. It doesn’t sync with your Apple Watch and it doesn’t really update anymore but for the basics it gets the job done better than any other app which requires payment nowadays. It’s totally worth the download and try!.Version: 4.8.0

Please update!!I’ve had this app as long as it’s been out. I’m in my 40s and have had 2 kids and several moves and then of course COVID hit the world. So I’ve started and stopped running many, many times. Each time I want to restart running I try a new app to help me pace myself so it doesn’t feel too hard and I give up. But I already go back to this app. It just works for me - easy at the beginning and it gets harder slowly so you always feel like you can do it and you’re making progress. HOWEVER - I beg that you update the app so that it syncs with your Apple Watch. I run mainly on a treadmill now - easier on the knees and the rest of the joints. And I can never blame weather for skipping. But since it only tracks your phone, which sits stable on the shelf, there is no tracking. It doesn’t track my distance or improvement or HeartRate… and it could, so easily. So please please please upgrade!.Version: 4.7.0

App rating not the C-5k programOverall: This app will help you get through an interval running program in order to be able to run a 5k or at least 20-30mins of consistent jog. I’ve had this app for years (like pre Fitbit) and it really hasn’t adapted to new wearable technologies. Pros: Variety of trainers/motivators, alerts audible over music, alerts push to watch most of the time, breaks out weeks and allows repeats and keeps all the data. Cons: No way to have an indoor/treadmill run so it vastly underestimates pace. Not sure what the watch version does as it just tells me to open the app on the phone. No way to see timer on watch or lock screen without opening app. Can only “share” results with Facebook or the app community- can’t send in text or use one of the 50 social media programs out there. Race data is significantly lacking - only one run shows in my area under all search parameters and it’s not even the largest race in town. There’s definitely ways this program can improve but I’m not sure the developers are still interested in doing so, also not sure there’s a market since you can just modify basic workout apps to do the same thing..Version: 4.6.1

I can do thisI am not a person who likes to exercise nor am I a person who has exercised their entire life. I am a chubby girl who got more chubby during the pandemic. My all time high was 204 which is quite a bit considering my height. I purchased the Couch to 5K app years ago and never used it. A test i took told me I was a high risk for a stroke. It’s time to use the app. I freaking love it. If I don’t jog (I am not a runner) 3 times a week my body yells at me to get back to it. The only issue I have is during the first week it tells you to run/jog for 1 minute. If you are a person who is carrying a lot of weight this is hard to do. I started off where I was comfortable and worked my way up to 1 minute. I am not a long distance runner/jogger so whenever I get to the week that has me running for 4 minutes straight I have to do what is comfortable to me. I love that I want to get up and jog. Forgive any typos! I am literally on the treadmill as I type this because I just finished my week of jogging ❤️. To all the people who think they can’t, trust me you CAN!!.Version: 4.5.13

Used to be greatI used this app before this update last year around this time. It worked so well, and I was even able to finish it and run my first 5K! Well through the year, I started slacking and wanted to get back into running because I love doing it. I knew right where to go to help me start training. This Couch to 5K app! Downloading it and opening up and seeing the beautiful new redesign was a nice surprise, and I was so excited to run. I went to my normal spots where I used to run where I never had an issue tracking my speed, distance, or placement on a map. After my run, I went to check how I did, and I couldn’t see any info. It said I ran/walked a distance of 0.07 miles, when I actually did about 1.75 miles, and it had no information of my speed. It didn’t start tracking me until I was in my cool down. I’ve tried turning my location services on and off, clearing my workout history, going to a different place I used to run, starting a new account, and nothing!! I used to have no problem with it tracking me, and now I don’t really understand what the issue is..Version: 4.2.0

Good appThis does exactly what I need and good price. I like the community features, as well as, the avatars. The app has a very defined purpose and is focused on features hat support this purpose, which I like. It easy to get into the app and easy to get out of it at the end of the exercise. I have had several friends recommend this app. Some improvements I would like to have: I can’t hear the avatar, when I play music in the app. Maybe my hearing is not as good as it used to be or my music is too hard. Can we get audio adjustment on the avatar in the phone audio or enhance the vibration signals? Apple Watch integration is good. I didn’t know it was sending alert to my watch. I have learned to ignore my Apple Watch. If we could customize watch alert that would be good. Maybe play 1 beep in the watch for walk a 2 beeps for run. Friend connection could have a few more features. I would like set up challenges with friends to complete the exercises or send encouragement alerts. I can’t tell it the data is exportable. I would like to export the data to excel or share it to another app that can export, so I can have this for review with my doctor or whatever. I realize the app is meant to be focused on a particular goal, which is why I like the app and bought it. I wouldn’t mind having a few of these features to enrich the experience. Also. I like the app enough the I would like a reason to continue using it after I complete the challenge. Yes, I know the 10k app is out there. I hope I can transition my 5k data to the 10k app. Thanks for the great application..Version: 4.5.0

Great program, mediocre appI restarted this program recently after being out of the game with running for a while. I used this app the first time I started running and it helped me get into 5k shape (I'm definitely not much of a natural runner). After using this app for the first time in a while, I'm finding a couple of issues that I don't remember having before. The coach is way too quiet in the background of my music (though my music is not very loud and the coach starts off at a great volume when you first begin). I find myself often missing cues to walk or run. Also, it is not taking my distance or pace as it did before, even though GPS is active. I also think that it would be helpful if there was a bar on the lock screen of my phone when the app is running, I have to unlock my phone every time I need to check if I missed a cue to walk or run, which is inconvenient while running. The program is great and I recommend it to anyone who wants to get into shape without burning themselves out, but the app needs some work..Version: 4.5.3

Helped me with pacingI've run several 5k and even a 10k prior to the app. I was "out of the game" for a while and decided to use this app to get back into it. Building up and focusing on time spent running rather than distance really helped me learn to better pace myself. I like that none of the runs are incredibly long either, the longest toward the end is around 40 mins including warm up/ cool down. I recommend to friends often. However, I'm not giving 5 stars because I've encountered SO many glitches. Several times the app has shut down on me without warning, and when it does that none of the run is recorded (this usually happens to me toward the end of the run). The distance and time recorded in the app also include warm up and cool down, which I hate. I want to know my pace and time spent during the actual workout only. For those two reasons, I always keep a second running app recording on my phone with running to give me better data and reliability..Version: 4.1.0

Killing itLet me preface this by saying I am a person who enjoys fitness and started Couch to 5K at a decent base level of cardio fitness. Not amazing, but I’m not a couch potato either. I’ve never been great at distance running, but it’s been on my list for a few years to run a 5K so this year is the year. Highly recommend paying money and signing up for one so you’re motivated to stick with it. The first 4 weeks of this program make sense and work you up in sensible intervals. Then week 5-7 are madness. Like I looked at them and I was like HOW!? Who came up with this?? But surprise of all surprises... I did it! I actually was ready for those crazy hard weeks. So needless to say, I’ve been very impressed with this app as far as fitness programming. The app itself has also worked well for me. Once in a while I think it may not be playing the “walk” or “jog” bits but that might be because my phone is on silent..Version: 4.5.4

Excellent, but a Little MisleadingThis app is a great, gradual build-up to running for 30 minutes. I say 30 minutes, because it’s a little misleading as far as distance. The 10 minutes of walking during the warm ups and cool downs does add a small but significant distance to your total. I’ve thought that I’ve surpassed 5k in distance, but after subtracting my walking distance, I still had about 0.6 miles to go. With my pace, I’ll need to work up to running for longer than 30 min so I’m actually hitting 5k running alone. A little annoying, but because it’s been such a gradual build in running time, I think I’ll have no problem adding another 6 or so minutes on my own over the course of a few weeks. In general, I have very much enjoyed this process and I believe that I’ll continue to run using the app with the free run option!.Version: 4.7.0

Turns “I Might Pass Out” Into “Let’s Go”When I first tried running on my own, I pushed too hard and ended up clinging to a street lamppost, heaving and thinking I was going to puke and possibly pass out in the process. After that experience, a friend told me to try Couch to 5K. I’ve used this app since 2017, and with the ebbs and flows of life my jogging has definitely waxed and waned. But when I stay consistent, this app builds me up and helps me maintain. Within a couple of weeks, I noticed a real lift in my mood after jogging. Eventually, I got to the point where I’d open the app with a “let’s go” attitude, knowing I’d get that endorphin boost and some clear thinking time. After my runs, I felt energized and ready for the day and I honestly don’t think I would have gotten there without this app. What I like most is that it meets you where you are. It doesn’t expect you to already be in shape and it actually helps you build up to it in a realistic, doable way. The structure takes the guesswork out of it, which has been really helpful mentally. If a day felt too difficult, I’d repeat it two or three times before moving on, and that flexibility made a big difference. The app is encouraging without being intrusive, and I love that you can use your own playlist and lock the screen so your run doesn’t get interrupted. After a period where I wasn’t able to prioritize my health, I saw the app still on my phone and decided to recommit. I’m currently on week three and already feeling that mental and mood lift again (I did stay in week two a little longer before moving up). If you’re starting from scratch or getting back into it after a break, this is a really solid app. Also: stay hydrated - trust me on this..Version: 4.8.5

So Happy!I’ve been working on the Cto5K for about a year now, starting at being able to barely run for a minute at a time. I’ve tried a few different times and always ended up stopping because I would pop something in my calf - which is obviously my error. Then I learned how to actually prepare my body before runs, and now I’m nearly complete with the program. Today I ran past my week 8 day 1 queue for a cool down (I didn’t hear it!) and actually ended up clearing the distance for a 5K. I know this sounds like a paid review but it isn’t, I swear. I’m so grateful for this app. I’m happier, healthier, and recommending it to all my friends who are trying to get themselves to where they want to be too. Small steps turn into big progress if you stick to it, and I’m so glad that I have. Can’t wait to register for a 5K once the ‘Rona is clears up!.Version: 4.5.4

Running Again!I used to run a lot...and then I broke an ankle (not running, just being stupid) and just never got back into it for so many different reasons—though I tried! I think I tried every Couch to 5K program there is without success. The ones before smart phones were the worst. And a lot of them seem to jump into long runs too fast, or don’t give you enough build up. I always got discouraged, and had finally decided that I just wasn’t going to be a runner again. I had almost accepted it. But I was always jealous when I saw people out running—I used to be them, I’d think. Then my friend moved to Boston and started posting all her running pictures, and I started missing it even more. Finally, I asked her how she started and she told me about this app. I was skeptical, I had failed so many times on this program. This app is by far the best C25K program out there if your starting 100% at “I can walk, but run?” The integers are moderate and really allow you to build a baseline before moving I to longer runs. There isn’t a lot of chattering, just a simple “half way there” and “you’ve got it” somewhere around 3/4. And you can pick your coach’s voice. With quarantine and self-isolation, I thought I’d give it another try. Why not? It worked wonders for my friend—I want to be that person who runs again, and the gyms are all closed. This app gets me up at 6:30 three days a week to go run, and I’ve gotten to the point that on the days I don’t run I crave it. When the program is finished (I have two more weeks) I’m going to do their 5K to 10K program. And I think once races are a thing again, I might just do a 1/2 marathon. This app is definitely worth the couple bucks if you want to become a runner again or for the first time. See ya in the pavement..Version: 4.5.6

It’s okay but frustratingThis app doesn’t play well with my music; if I listen to music through the 5k app, it shuffles it— so much for listening to an audiobook while I jog! If I play music in iTunes and have the 5k app open too, it sometimes starts playing a totally random album on my phone. 5k also automatically pauses my music at the end of the workout, which I find unnecessary— I can turn off my own music, thanks. I completed 7 weeks with the app last summer, and am picking it up again this summer, but the app has changed and is making it difficult for me to redo previous workouts. I wanted to start from Week One Day One again, but it kept defaulting to the last workout I did from last summer (Week Seven Day Two). Also, every time I start a workout, I have to pick my trainer AGAIN even though I already picked one. At this point, I wish there was an option for “no trainer” so I wouldn’t have to be introduced to Constance every single time I want to jog. The trouble redoing a workout has gotten so annoying (I’ve now completed Week One Day Two 3 times because the screen keeps sliding when I try to scroll to the workout I want to do) that I finally just deleted ALL previous workout information. So now I can’t compare this year’s data with last year’s and compare my progress. Also, when you complete a workout now, there’s 3-4 “trophies” that you’ve “earned” and you have to close each one separately just to get to the data from your run. They’re kind of infantilizing. I like the idea of this program. I don’t like that such a straightforward idea is so glitchy and annoying in practice..Version: 4.5.3

100% recommend!I’ve always loved running but I have always been overweight and out of shape. I’d start running but never stuck with it because I never learned how to prepare for or actually run a long distance. This app has solved all those problems. This app guides you, quite literally, from couch to 5K. It is well worth the $5. Along my running journey, I’ve tried lots of apps. This is by far the best app to guide you through how much time you should run and how to split that with walking. The only reason why I wouldn’t give this app 5 stars is because I wish that there were more trainers to choose from and that they talked to you through the run (kind of like Nike Run Club) to give you tips on your breathing and your form. I would 100% recommend this to anyone who wants to get into running but doesn’t know where to start..Version: 4.7.0

Pretty Good !I have only been using the app for three days so far, so I guess my review is limited right now. So far the pace is decent (for someone totally out of shape), and hopefully I can keep up as it progresses. I like the different display pages, and how it shows yours your progress a lot. My only complaint is the limited input by the “coach”, and that I barely hear it when it wants me to switch between intervals (not a phone volume issue). I run to music, and when the app wants me to switch between walking and running, it says about 2-4 words that I barely catch over the music. At the beginning the coach sounds good (voice going over the music), but while running it is lacking. I would also like the coach to throw in more words of wisdom and updates to keep me motivated while working out. I definitely plan on using the app through to the 5k, and will try and update as I progress. That’s it for now..Version: 4.5.0

The best.I’ve tried quite a few of these, and this one is the best. I like my cheery coach, Runicorn, and I wish he was in the other Active apps. Some of my older runs have lost the comments I wrote. It was a little better before some of the updates. I can’t read the workout descriptions anymore, because they have gotten so small. They didn’t make all these changes to the 5k to 10K app, but that thing is still too hard for me. But, after all that it is still the best I have tried, by far. The gps seems to be pretty accurate in my area. It doesn’t work you to death, and all the stats are a good motivator. I especially like the graphs in the log. Well done. I didn’t think I could do it, but it looks like I will actually finish the whole app this time. Here we go, week 8!.Version: 4.5.3

Fixed my chronic injury problemsStarted running about 5 years ago, but kept having to take extended breaks because of recurring injuries. First my IT band, then my ankle, then my knees and hips. Decided I wasn’t physically made for it and quit. Wanted to try and get back into running, but was really nervous. Found out I was almost definitely massively overdoing it, and trying to go from couch to 50K, skipping the 5K altogether. The gradual progression of the workouts allowed me to slow way down, focus on form, and not want to puke at the end of every run. 6 weeks in, running actually feels good for the first time ever. I thought pain was supposed to be a part of it, or I was just getting old. Neither are true. Love this app and its simplicity..Version: 4.8.4

Good with a couple flawsI’m a 49 year old woman who has gotten painfully out of shape and haven’t been exercised regularly in at least 5 years. It’s taken me about 10 weeks to get to week 5 on the app but that is ok as I paused a couple times when I injured my calf. I generally like the app, including the very conservative pace, but the app has 3 main flaws. First, I can’t stand the trainers and it’s annoying that you have to start the trainer anew each and every time. Second, I really wish the app would keep tracking distance/pace after the workout ends — sometimes I’m not quite home and I’d like to know the total distance of my workout. And third, I really wish I could preview the walk/run schedule of each week beforehand instead of while actually doing the run..Version: 4.6.1

Old FaithfulI originally got this app 6 years ago when my mom (a full-time stay at home mom who has never been too active) and I decided to run a 5K. We both trained together using the app and we successful ran our 5k! Because of that, every year when I want to reboot my cardio and running, I turn to this app and it has thankfully never disappointed. I train with my iPhone and iWatch while listening to music and the cues come in clearly over my earbuds while listening to music and it simultaneously vibrates on my iWatch with the cues as well. I also love that it keeps track of my pace and distance for each walk/jog portion. Overall great app that I highly recommend to new or returning runners..Version: 4.5.10

Couch Potato? This app works!I have been trying different exercise programs for years to lose weight. I never stuck to them, because they usually felt out of my reach and too hard for a couch potato like me. I’ve stuck to this program, and loved it. It allows you to go at your own speed per gait, but tells you when to walk or jog at intervals that increased slowly, but like I felt that I could do. I feel good about myself, and love how it starts so easy and increases with difficulty. Anyone can do it! The only thing I wish they would add, though, is having the trainer tell when it’s the last jog interval, so I could give it my all. Still, I would definitely recommend this app..Version: 3.7.0

Good for new runnersBefore using this app I was not a good runner and had never tried to be one before. It starts off so easy and builds gradually enough that it worked really well for me. I can now jog without stopping for about 3 miles which amazing! My pace isn’t great yet, but the fact that I can just keep going was my initial goal from the start. My biggest complaint is it’s harder to keep track if you need to go back in time. I took about 5 months off when I was over halfway through with the app because of health reason. When I was able to get back to it, it was not conceivable for me to be able to jog 28 minutes straight again. It was much harder for me to keep up with where I was each time I ran because the app wanted me to jog where I left off 5+ months prior..Version: 4.4.0

Can't find the support page…So I guess that's another factor to this less than stellar review. I love using this app since it's definitely helped me get from my mostly sedentary state to looking forward to getting a good run in and breaking a sweat. My biggest issue is with music playback: my music plays at regular volume for the 5 minute warmup walk, then as the trainers voice cuts in it lowers the volume (so I can hear them, understandably) and never comes back to full volume. So frustrating! Half of what keeps me motivated is having good music going and when it feels like it's miles away, my workout seems bland. I tried to find a support page to leave this feedback on so it wouldn't have to negatively affect my review of the app, but since that took me in a maze of webpages, I guess it goes here. Someone help! Please and thanks..Version: 3.6.8

Overall I loveI was super skeptical about buying this app, i’m not a runner and haven’t been in over 6 years so I wasn’t sure if this app was going to be good for me. But you set your goals, your weight and how often you want to run and it’s been perfect! You can even pick your trainer (I love runicorn). Overall it was a great buy, the only thing I wish it that it was more encouraging throughout the workout, especially while you on the jogging parts like “keep pushing”, “you got this” etc. because sometimes you’re tired and you want to be done and a little push is what you need. Overall I would recommend to my friends and definitely anyone that wants to start running from scratch, I know I am..Version: 4.8.0

Great the first time!This app is great for first time users. I used this app in 2015 and learned to run for 30 min + which I never thought I could do. I like that it has GPS and shows your route, and shows your run average run time and walk time. It was great the first time I worked the program as it remembers what workout you are on. Now that I am doing the program again, I have to remember which week and which workout I’m on. It’s also kind of a pain to have to select each workout. Not much has changed in this app in the last 7 years. The price is good, but technology has evolved so much and this app has not. I was tired of carrying my phone with me and just got an Apple Watch only to find that this app is not supported as a stand alone and I still have to carry my phone with me to use it. Now I have to find a new app to use. It’s a shame because I did like the stats on this one. If you want a simple app to work the plan once with no subscription price, then this app is for you. But if you plan on re-doing the plan and want to use your Apple Watch away from your phone, look elsewhere..Version: 4.5.13

Love this new update, but just one issue...Like I said, I love this update. It works great on my 6S. The big problem lies in the old version. I’m on week 6 of the program, and in the earlier weeks the app would work...sparingly. Basically, the app would glitch in the last few minutes of my workout and crash. So I would go back into the app and manually enter my distance. But I can’t change the time. I would just skip through quickly, and it would say I went 2.2 miles in one second. It messes with my statistics. I just don’t understand why I can only manually input my distance, and not my time. Other than that, the program works great. I finished it about two years ago and had since fallen out of the habit of running..Version: 4.0.0

Great training tool!I just finished my first 5K in nearly a decade after using this app and am very grateful for the support this app provided. It helped motivate me to keep training and keep running, therefore increasing my cardiovascular fitness. It was nice to be able to change your “coach” — sometimes, I really needed to pretend to be chased by a zombie to keep going. However, I do feel that the training program on the app advanced a little too quickly for someone who was as out-of-shape as me. Make sure you plan a couple supplemental workouts each week to help you reach your goal. And, not related to the app, but a word of advice for anyone determined to make a positive change — get yourself a good pair of running shoes!.Version: 4.7.0

This is a great app!!I Love soccer with all my heart and I have since I was 4. Soccer is a sport that requires you being active and able to run and anyone can play it. I love soccer but have been getting worse and worse at being active ever since COVID and actually most of my life, this is a great app with a good commentary and will get you on the trail or boost you to working out and loving it. This app has been great for getting me ready to play soccer again after a long time of sitting on my couch and watching Netflix, gaming, and eating. I would highly suggest getting this if you feel the need to burn off the chubby that you choose to ignore. :).Version: 4.5.10

Everything is great except sound.I enjoy almost everything about this app and workout program. It steps up the intensity at a good pace and the variety of motivating voices are fun. The only thing that almost made me leave the app was the sound control. The music and prompt volumes are connected and, until I turned off control of the music through the app, it was a crap shoot as to whether I could hear them. Sometimes it would be loud, sometimes it would be so soft, I’d have to keep restarting workouts. Since I turned off music control through Couch to 5k, the prompt volume is ok, but it’s still tied to the music volume. Please please fix this. It can’t be that hard to decouple the app volume from the music. Otherwise, great app..Version: 4.5.3

It’s a shame but I have to switchBeen using for 3 months now about to do my first 5k! It’s been a huge help! My only complaint is that recently it stopped giving me the ability to post my runs and that was always a motivating treat once I finish. Pls fix it 🥲 **** 4 months now using I’m about to upgrade to 10k but going with 10k couch potato instead of your app because I STILL can’t log in or share my runs. It randomly logged me out (done multiple times) and I can’t get back in. And you have “forgot password” but I think I logged in with apple id or a burner email and you don’t have a “forgot email “ button. So frustrating. **** final note I wish I could start from beginning and not lose my old runs! But it just saves over them????.Version: 4.7.0

Awesome, but Slightly Tedious, App!This is such a great app! I’m on my 2nd round of using it now (I can run a 5k personally, but my husband can’t and wanted a training partner), and once I’m through I plan on using the “5k to 10k” app as well. The only reason I’m not rating five stars are the “badges/trophies.” I think they’re fun, but it’s tedious to click through three or so screens at a time, because you got multiple badges. That said, the program absolutely did work for me. Last year, I was basically sedentary (and overweight), and now I run a 5k once a week (still overweight, but much less so), as well as do the program with my husband (who is on week four, so not quite a 5k yet). It can be a bit tough on the knees, but I haven’t felt any pain beyond normal soreness..Version: 4.5.0

This app saved my life.It's taken me more than 10 years of on/off starts to become proficient at jogging. I was just about as atrophied and out of shape as you could be. In fact, I've never really worked out or dieted in my whole life, with the results you might expect, but this app has always patiently been there to help me get back on the horse. With just this app and 75 Hard I managed to lose 60 lbs -- 260 down to 200, in 5 months. Got off a bunch of meds, new clothes, new life. Either you want it or you don't. Andy Frisella's right. No excuses. Accept accountability and change if and when you want!.Version: 4.8.1

I love it!*Edit* I still love this app. I’ve fallen off but get back on it so easily. Can you make it so the app doesn’t lower the volume of the music. It effects it by at least 50%. I absolutely enjoy this app!! My run time and overall cardio has substantially increased. I really enjoy the training program, however the UI can be better. My halfway indicator word rarely and when it shows the GPS it won't tell me what the dropped pins were. I believe the entire feel of the app can be updated, it feels a little out dated and doesn't have a fresh feel to it. Overall really great program to hit the hardball road! Oh and the Apple Watch app needs some serious updates. The app on the watch lags by at least 15-20 seconds..Version: 3.6.8

Great app for those wanting to get into running.Before I bought the app, I was at the beginning of a huge weight loss journey. I’ve always wanted to be a runner but being severely overweight made that difficult. Over the course of the year I shed around 40lbs and bought the app to start. Now at the beginning, I could already run a mile nonstop but it was still a bit difficult. The training program starts off pretty slow but it picks up around week 4-5. I was able to finish the program in the 9 weeks and am currently running 3 5ks a week. The run is honestly one of the highlights of my day. Since using this app, I have lost another 30lbs. If you want to get into running, I recommend this app. Pros: As far as features go, I love that there are different “trainers” you can choose from. Granted they are only really helpful during the beginning of the program. The design of the app is really nice. I like being able to go back and compare my runs to one another and the GPS tracking is very accurate. Cons: I mentioned that the gps was very accurate but have noticed one thing. I also wear a FitBit Charge 2 when I run and use the run tracker alongside the C25K app so I don’t have pull my phone out to see what my distance is. However when I finish my run, my distance ran is always different on the C25K app and the FitBit. So I’m not sure which one is off but they are both close enough to where it isn’t a huge deal ( within .15 of a mile). I had one instance where on a run, my phone paused my run for no apparent reason. When I hit 35 minutes, I looked at my phone and the workout was paused saying I had only ran .08 miles. It’s only happened once though so maybe it was just a misclick on my end. Overall, this is one of the best apps I have ever bought and definitely my favorite as it has gotten me into a new hobby. If you want to get into running or you’re just looking to get into better shape, this app is definitely worth the money. 10/10..Version: 4.5.2

Should be 5 starsI am only finished with week 2 but the workout part of this program is awesome. I was more of a bed to 5k type person so I had to repeat the week 1 workout twice before I was able to get going but I am not through week 2 and am having no troubles. For that a lone it is worth the purchase. Now for why it lost the two stars. The voice cues and vibration misses are a huge problem especially for beginners that just getting one foot in front of the other is enough of a challenge. I had to purchase a $30 arm band for my 6plus just yo help with the issue. I have learned to just reset that section of the routine to get it back but that is going to be an issue later on. This has to be fixed or reworked. I also just purchase an apple watch hoping that I could get the timers and cues on it. No such luck. I just not everyone has the apple watch so that would be a good in app purchase. I would pay $5 to get that feature. Update: They added Apple Watch support but it is very bad and close to broken. They also do not update activity or any other apple health stats. It is sad because I love the fitness part of the app..Version: 4.5.3

Used it for years!I’m very pleased with this app. I’ve used it several times over the last six years, and each time it’s been a great tool which helped me feel confident about my running. My only two problems come from the music player. I wish it had a shuffle option, so I could easily listen to different songs each time I run. I have found a work around for that, but it would be nice to have in-app. The second is the volume changes. After getting a cue, the volume often cuts lower, so music that was at a motivating level becomes significantly quieter and nothing can easily be done to fix it while you’re running. Again, great app, I’ll keep using it for sure..Version: 4.5.6

It does what it says, but is a closed systemI’m really happy to have the assistance of an app to get myself back running. It does what it says it does. But I’m really disappointed that the app’s data is self contained. The app doesn’t trigger a workout with the Apple Health app so I miss out on the larger statistical analysis that I could be getting. If there is a setting for this it is well hidden. The watch app is all but useless, though, unless there’s something wrong with my setup. I get notifications on my watch, but if I want to check progress I need to tell the watch to switch to the app, wait for the app to sync with the phone, and then I can see the data. Repeat for any time you want a visual update and you almost immediately just ignore the presence of the watch app..Version: 4.1.2

Your Confidence Will Soar!This app is worth every cent after the download purchase! My husband and I have been using this app since the pandemic started (on and off, due to laziness!) I was never a runner, mainly because I never enjoyed it or thought I could handle it. This app builds up your confidence and stamina in your ability to run and continue to “beat” your recent personal record. I am up to running 20 minutes straight with little to no troubles! Trust me, this is by far the best running app for those looking to build their confidence and those wanting to prove to themselves that they can do it!!!.Version: 4.6.1

Great app for beginners!I HATE running. I HATE exercising. This program has helped me to change both of those attitudes since I finally found a program on my level- truly a beginner. I have quit and picked it back up and it’s truly my go-to program when I am starting over. If you feel you can never exercise or you are too out of shape to even begin, I definitely recommend this program. Even if you can’t jog the 1 min in week one (as I did when I first started), then do what you can and repeat the week until you CAN do it. Stick with it and you WILL be running a 5K by the time you are finished..Version: 4.5.3

Timer freezing at the worst timeI was very happy with this app but got to week 8 right around the time I upgraded to iOS 11. For some reason I just couldn’t make it through the whole 28 minute run. I thought I’d hit a wall...until I opened the app during one run and saw that the timer had frozen. I locked and unlocked my phone and the timer unfroze for a few seconds then froze again. And then it happened again during that run and again during another attempt and I realized why I couldn’t do a full 28 minute run...I was actually attempting a much longer run due to the timer repeatedly freezing during my run. This is a pretty major issue and severely impacts my ability to use the app. :( other than that, it’s been fantastic..Version: 3.7.1

Good but lacking things to make it great!This app does the basics just fine. Tracks my run. Gives “encouragement” if you want plus badges when completing goals. Things to be addressed: 1. The music player through the app doesn’t allow me to shuffle my chosen playlist. Therefore, it isn’t useable to me. 2. When it sends notification of the next step (jog,walk, etc.) it should make all other apps drop volume. It does not. Many of my other apps do this. Why can’t this one? 3. Apple Watch app. It seems that every time I go to look at my status on my watch it is reloading or telling me to start a workout on the phone app first. I am in the middle of my run. It is working!!.Version: 4.5.3

Great training program. App could use improvementI’ve used the training program to get back in shape a number of times over the years. The training portion works great if you stick to it. The app itself could use some improvements though. It needs better pairing software for the Apple Watch. Being able to run this app standalone on the watch as a complication would be a huge benefit so you could run without taking your phone. Also, The app does not continue to run in the background when your phone is locked. It’s difficult to keep from pushing buttons while running and could benefit from using push notifications instead of leaving open for the duration of the workout..Version: 4.1.1

Très accessibleJe n’ai pas couru depuis des années, et j’aime beaucoup le rythme du programme de cette application! Ce n’est pas décourageant dès le départ puisque les intervalles sont courts et adaptés.Version: 4.8.4

EffectiveReally works..Version: 4.8.2

Great appReally like this app. Even when I have extended layoffs it helps ease me back to running again. For one I gotta continue and do the 10k app!.Version: 4.5.13

Fun and effective app for beginners, but needs something more to encourage new habitI did the whole program over the nice weeks. I’m proud of myself. Now that I’m doing the free runs, I would have like to still hear a coach/avatar let me know if I’m halfway through or when it’s the time to cool down. Do you think it’s possible to update the app so, I can personalize the free runs and have the avatars giving me cues? Otherwise, I’ll have to use another app with timer or Fartlek program. I don’t want to change I like this app. Thanks 😊.Version: 4.7.0

Just add more km distancesThis has helped me get back into running. Now to add more distances to it and it will be even better.Version: 4.5.10

Great free app for starting, could improveI really like this app. It did get me off the couch and commit to a gradual running program. The only improvements I could suggest are that 1) add buttons on the home screen to quickly extend your walk or run by 1,3 or 5 minutes so that if you’re having a good run you can push yourself 2) turn off the annoying cheerleaders even when they are muted they still come on halfway and cheer you on and then the music goes down 80% for the remainder of that running time 3) find a way to hit shuffle on a playlist from the Home Screen..Version: 4.5.12

Love itLove it.Version: 4.5.10

Getting Back Into It!After a 2 test hiatus from running this app is easing me back into it. Love the program and how it integrates with my music..Version: 4.5.10

Get on the MoveThis is a terrific app! Our YMCA closed in town and I had been swimming in the pool. I decided to begin walking then short runs. This app provides conditioning at a rate very beneficial to 1 st time runners..Version: 4.5.6

Love itBest way to start running without hurting yourself Love the characters that keep motivating you.Version: 4.5.6

Best AppEven I am doing it!.Version: 4.5.6

The impossible is possible!At age 66 and a true couch potato, I thought I’d give this app a try and most likely quit before week one was over. Well here I am almost through week 6 and I can now consider myself a runner! How is this even possible?.Version: 4.5.6

Good startEverything a new runner needs to get started. I used this app 8 years ago and have been running ever since. I am using it again to come back after an injury.Version: 4.5.5

Recent crashingThis app has been absolutely phenomenal for the last almost 10 years I’ve used it to get back into shape or time my runs ❤️💪🏻.Version: 4.5.4

I did itBecause of the help this app was able to give me, I went from total couch potato to being able to run a 5K. This app was invaluable on that journey and I don’t think that I’d’ve been able to do it on my own. If you’re in the same place, considering trying to live a healthier lifestyle and getting into running, this app will be a huge help, I promise you..Version: 4.5.4

Use over and overI love this app! I don’t run consistently through the year, so I use this app every time I start a new season. I do wish it connected with more music options. I use Spotify and sometimes it’s hard to hear the cue over the music..Version: 4.5.4

J’aimeTrès très utile et facile à utiliser pour un débutant comme moi.Version: 4.5.4

Would like to see customizability as wellI love the C25K program- it’s really motivating. It would be awesome to see a customizable program- like I want to have the voice signal to me when every X minutes to spring train. Or I want to travel 6 K today- and it would change itself based on distance or run time- that would be cool. I would also like to be able to see what the plan for week 3 day 1 is before I run- I like to be mentally prepared before I head out. But I love the app- its made a difference in my physical activity.Version: 4.5.4

It worked!I chose this app because it’s a one time price and very modest which made sense to me. You can also play Spotify in the background. I diligently followed this program while also running a 5x5 3 times a week. I started in January with a no excuses attitude - I wear a brace because my ankle was hurting and I ran outside in -25. When it was -40 I got a week at a local gym and used a treadmill, that was just a week. when I started I was totally gassed after 2 min. I just finished week 8 and can now run 5 km in 29 minutes!.Version: 4.5.4

Good Workout Program But FreezesGood workout program and very colourful. Nice to choose from 4 trainers. App has a few quirks and bugs. Would like to be able To shuffle my workout play list but won’t allow it. Even if I start iTunes music from the actual app. Once I hit play it is consecutive. Sometimes hard to hear trainers over music and has a tendency to freeze when trainer is supposed to speak to walk or run. Sometimes just a buzzer sound without verbal trainer cue. Music skips at the beginning when app starts. Would like trainers to give more coaching and a bit more motivation throughout. I look forward to the workouts however. Glad I downloaded..Version: 4.5.4

I want to love thisFor some reason I can never log my progress. Always get a message saying ‘server not responding’. Drives me nuts. I have tried everything I can to figure this out..Version: 4.5.4

LoveLove it easy to work with and can redo anytime.Version: 4.5.3

Overall goodI’ve been very happy with the app. Worth the few bucks not to have to track things manually. The only issue I’ve encountered is that if you accidentally close the app or it crashes, there is no way to manually adjust the total time you’ve run. You can manually adjust distance, but then the time stays the same and it calculates your pace as being much higher than it was. If not for this issue, I would give it 5 stars..Version: 4.5.4

Best Couch to 5k I’ve usedPros: - friendly ui, few steps to getting started - seems a solid GPS tracking and recording system Cons: - volume on playlist drops when instruction comes on but doesn’t always return to previous volume -apple watch app not good. You need the phone nearby to start and use it..Version: 4.5.4

Mostly greatGPS is a little wonky but works for getting back into running!.Version: 4.5.3

2nd around2nd time I use this in 6 years Love the system And I’m a strength and Conditioning coach for over 25 years !! My only issue why I’m not giving 4 or 5 stars is that the coaching volume can barely be heard over the music or podcast Causing miss timing in the intervals Fix that and I’ll re do this review with more stars Thx Curd Hos.Version: 4.5.3

It’s doable!I’m a 53 year old who just quit smoking as I started this program, it’s achievable yet challenging. I’ve always wanted to run but never could get very far. I’m not at 5k yet but look forward to getting there. I’m addicted and doing this daily, look forward to every run with excitement, not dread!.Version: 4.5.1

Awesome!Love love love this app!!!.Version: 4.5.0

Great appThis app does almost everything I want it to and was the easiest to use and least clunky out of other C25K apps I tried. I only wish it gave users the ability to set walk/run intervals on the "Free Runs" so they could be tracked as such - I completed the program but still sometimes struggle to do straight running (thanks exercise-induced asthma!)... I have no problem slowing down to walk a bit, but it's frustrating that it logs it as run/jogging and subsequently mucks up my time. I like seeing how my run time is improving - even if the app was able to detect under a certain speed as walking would be helpful! So far just repeating some previous weeks but maybe an idea for a future update. Otherwise, great app!.Version: 4.5.0

Love This App!I have tried running on my own before but didn’t know how to go about it. This app is guiding me right along!.Version: 4.5.0

It really worksGradual build up creates feeling of accomplishment which in turn motivates one to continue. Great for getting back in shape. One negative is its sensitivity while running when not locked. Hate how it can skip ahead or back to next activity so easily. A cure for this would be to put more info on the locked screen. *second time using this program . Still great. Lol.Version: 3.7.1

Simple and it works!A great app that delivers what it promises..Version: 3.6.8

Almost PerfectI was contemplating buying a different C25K app, but I can’t get on board with a subscription model or one that will expire after a certain amount of time. This seemed like a great app that wouldn’t do that. Until I went for my first run. I’m trying to lose weight and adding running to my workouts to do it. I went out, did my run, and was pleasantly surprised my how motivating I found the trainer. Then I got home and looked at my Apple Watch. It only logged 20 minutes of a 30 minute workout... so I checked my Apple Health data... NOTHING! No Apple Health integration at all, and no setting to fix it. This is a deal breaker for me..Version: 3.7.1

Awesome Program!Just finished the first workout of week 3 and I love it! Program is great for starting you off slow and gradually pushing your limits! Love the distance and route tracking figures for helping me gauge progress from workout to workout! If you're thinking about starting to run, either for the first time or just the first time in a long time (10+ years for me), I can't recommend it enough!.Version: 3.6.8

Great appThey've made some great updates to the app so now the sounds and prompts work better!.Version: 3.6.8

Best couch to 5k app out there.Yup.Version: 3.6.8

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