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Love this app!
If you were looking for a slow start with the eventual goal of running, this is the app for you. Not only does it, baby you a little bit in the beginning with more walking than jogging, but you can tell it at the end of your workout, if it was too hard. If it was too hard, the program will automatically optimize your next run. I have started this app several times and have enjoyed it every time. Only complaint, is that when I play it on my iPad and I’m watching Netflix on the treadmill, when the narrator comes on a tell me to start walking or jogging, her voice is incredibly loud. Otherwise five out of five stars!Show lessStuverK
Really Love It - but have a suggestion
I love this app, and the program itself. I’ve never enjoyed running and was very skeptical about starting this program to begin with. But I stuck with it and earned my 5K badge, and then decided to keep going! I’m 8 months in now and don’t plan to stop. I love the varying workouts so that it’s not just the same thing over and over again. I like looking back at previous times for the same workout and seeing how I’ve improved. I love that I can listen to music with the app while I run. And I love that the trainer updates me throughout the workout to keep me motivated. I recently got an Apple Watch and was thrilled that my app would link to my watch - but then was disappointed to find out that it doesn’t work beyond the initial 5K training. I would love it if you could update the app to work with my watch for the additional weekly sessions so that I don’t have to continue carrying my phone with me each time I run. Please!?! 🤞🏻Show lessShastaDaisy007
Life changing
I didn’t used to be able to run for longer than 1 minute without needing a break. I’ve never been overweight, but my running fitness was horrible. Now I’m halfway through the 5k program and I can comfortably run for 8 minutes straight without needing to stop and catch my breath at the end. I’m excited to start the workout every other day, and I’m already thinking about a 5km charity run at the end. Don’t hesitate!!! This app is worth its weight in gold.Show lesslucydwyer
Such a great app! Highly recommended!!!
I love this app! Has an awesome interface, super easy to use, love the motivational comments and the progressions are perfect. I use it myself and recommend it to my sports med patients as an ideal return to running platform!DocAnon
Simple but effective
I never write reviews, but this app has truly helped me change my life. I’ve wanted to get back into running for ages but kept falling into the same trap: over-exertion followed by soreness for days and sometimes injury, and I’d give up. This app forces you to progress slowly and safely, while simultaneously being hugely motivating. It calibrates to you - there have been a couple runs I’ve had to do twice as the first attempt was too much - but always keeps you moving in the right direction. It’s exceedingly simple…it just gives you a program for each run and notifies you over your music when to walk or run. But for me, that’s all I need and I now look forward to each of my next runs and seeing my stamina consistently improve.Show lessMrg617
This is AMAZING
Let me just start by saying if you are truly a beginner runner you will LOVE this. I’m halfway through my weight loss journey but I needed something to help me get into running to start conditioning my body and upping the intensity of my workouts. I still have a little way too go before I’m running a 5K but I’m on week 3 and I am amazed at the difference in my stamina and breathing. I also love that this plays while you listen to your music and it feels like you have a guide helping you through your workout. Yes you will have to pay for the full version but it’s a small price to pay when you’re investing in your health and physique.Show lessPrincessVelouria
Great program for beginner runners!
I haven’t exercised regularly in years and I’ve never been a runner, but the Couch to 5K app has changed me. I’ve been running 3x a week for the last 3 weeks using the app and I’m running farther and faster already. This app will help increase your stamina and overall fitness if you follow the program. I really love the voice prompts that let you know when you’re halfway or give encouragement when you’re almost done. My favorite thing the app did was remind you at the beginning of the first couple runs to take it easy. That was such a helpful reminder to prevent injuring myself by pushing too hard. Overall I would recommend this app to any of my friends that are moderately active and want to start running.Show lessRubria5
Easy to use with good progressions
I’m a beginner runner and am finding the progressions in this app (relatively) easy to achieve. The app functions really well though the GPS function is obviously not suited to treadmill running. I only use the treadmill if the weather is bad so it’s not a huge problem. The only thing that irritates me (and this is super minor) is that, like most apps that track a behavior, the notifications to remind me to run keep coming even if I’ve already done my run for the day. It’s really not an important thing but it does annoy me. Other than that, this is a good app.Show lessJessicab2233
Covid side effects to 10k
This app is incredible and was the backbone of my running journey in the last year.
Last May i was struck with covid and was down terrible. After i recovered i could barely walk up my stairs without being winded. I decided to start running and used this app. I was at rock bottom with endurance. I used this app everyday for my runs for an entire year and eventually got to the 10k program. Ran a 10k last month. Highly recommend. Only complaint is i think they expect you to progress faster than reality. Do not be afraid to do runs again. I was stuck on week 4 for about 3 weeks. I did not start week 5 until i felt like i was ready to. Take your time and you will be running in no time.Show lessWynax
Great App for portly gentlemen
First used this app and the 10km uplift to get in shape to run the 14km City2Surf race, from Sydney city to Bondi.
The intervals of walk/ run helped build up strength and stamina in the legs. Plus the walking helps those of us with a more rotund, portly disposition to shed some Kgs/lbs along the way.
After successfully completing the race, I celebrated by stopping running and quickly going to seed again.
I’m back, with the 5Km version!!!
Running on grass or on the beach to lessen impact on knees, joints. The interval format greatly helps to make the whole process less excruciating and more pleasurable. Thks.Show lessBourkeyy
