# C2K — Couch to 5K & 10K — Open-source C25K trainer

> Open-source C25K trainer (iPhone/iPad app by Mathew Brown.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c2k-couch-to-5k-and-10k/id6796435384 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mathew Brown](https://appshunter.io/developer/6796435386)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), Galician, German (Germany), Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, European Spanish, Turkish
- Released: 2026-08-27
- Data updated: 2026-09-13
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c2k-couch-to-5k-and-10k/id6796435384/reviews.md

## What is C2K?

C2K is a free, open-source running trainer for iOS that guides you from the couch to running 5K, 10K, and beyond — with no ads and no tracking.

Programs:
• Pre-C25K — 3-week gentle starter for absolute beginners
• Couch to 5K (C25K) — 9-week program, 3 runs per week
• Bridge to 10K (B210K) — 6-week bridge for C25K graduates
• Couch to 10K (C210K) — 14-week program, continues from C25K
• One Hour Runner — 13-week progression from 30 to 60 minutes continuous running
• 5K Improver — 8-week speed and stamina program for runners who can already complete 5K

Features:
• Audible voice prompts — "Start running", "Walk for 90 seconds", countdown warnings
• Customizable coaching — adjust voice speed/volume, countdown warning timing, and mid-interval cues
• Test voice playback before a workout
• Vibration cues as an alternative or addition to voice, with Light, Medium, and Strong strength presets
• Manual language selection, independent of your device language
• Background workout timer — continues with the screen off
• Lock screen controls — see interval progress and pause/resume from the lock screen or Control Center
• GPS tracking (optional) — records distance and pace; works without GPS too
• Treadmill mode — indoor runs without GPS
• Workout history — session log with total distance, time, best pace, longest run, and calorie estimates
• Progress tracking — remembers which weeks and days you've completed, with the option to reset
• In-app running guide — FAQ covering pacing, gear, and terminology
• Available in 8 languages — English, German, Spanish, French, Galician, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Turkish
• Works entirely offline — no data ever leaves your device

C2K is free software released under the GNU General Public License v3.


## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.2.17 — 2026-09-13

This release brings the iOS app to feature parity with the Android version:

• Turkish language support
• Adjustable vibration strength — Light, Medium, and Strong
• Manual in-app language selection, independent of your device language
• A "Test voice" button in Settings
• Voice announcements now follow your chosen app language

### 1.0.0 — 2026-08-27

No release notes.

## More apps by Mathew Brown

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All apps by Mathew Brown: https://appshunter.io/developer/6796435386

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