Great running coach!!
Loving this app so far, I’m a beginner runner and it really helps me train towards my goals while also adapting to my schedule and lifestyle.
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This AI-powered coach creates personalized running plans tailored to your race goals and available training time. It dynamically adjusts your schedule based on life's interruptions and provides detailed explanations for workouts.
✓Personalized race-based training plans
✓Dynamic plan adaptation for missed sessions
✓Interactive coach dialogue and explanations
✓Multiple coaching styles (Ascent, Forge, Atlas)
✓Automatic session import from Polar/Suunto
✓Training load and recovery monitoring
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What's New in VERA
1.2.16
November 3, 2026
VERA now comes with a free first month of coaching, then €14.99 a month or €149 a year. Cancel anytime. New here? Pick your goal, see VERA in action and start your month. Also new: a simpler first setup, a film of your Journey while your plan is built, and smaller fixes across the app.
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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases
VERA Coaching Yearly
Personal running coaching. 2 months free.
$129.001 Year
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FAQ
What is VERA's main function?
VERA acts as a personal endurance coach on your phone. It builds and adapts running training plans based on your race goals, available time, and life's interruptions, offering personalized feedback and explanations.
How does VERA adapt training plans?
You can tell VERA in plain language if you miss a session due to illness, poor sleep, or other reasons. VERA will then adjust the plan accordingly, easing the week or moving key sessions without penalty.
Can I customize my coaching style in VERA?
Yes, VERA offers different coaching styles: Ascent is patient and encouraging, Forge is direct, and Atlas explains the physiology. You can switch between these styles at any time to suit your preference.
Does VERA integrate with other fitness devices?
VERA can connect with Polar and Suunto devices to automatically import your sessions, including heart rate, ascent, and training load data. You can also log sessions manually.
How does VERA monitor my training?
VERA analyzes your training load against your recovery and sleep patterns. It provides insights into your progress, such as when volume is increasing while sleep is decreasing, or when a training period might be too easy.
Is VERA suitable for beginners?
VERA is designed as a training tool for endurance athletes. While it adapts to your schedule, its focus is on structured training plans built around specific race goals.
What devices does VERA support?
VERA is available for iPhone and iPod devices, as indicated by its platform compatibility.
How often is VERA updated?
The latest version of VERA is 1.2.4, and it was last updated on September 26, 2026, suggesting a consistent update schedule.
