VERA - AI Running Coach
Personal Endurance Coach
About
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.
What's New in VERA
1.2.4
September 26, 2026
LIGHT UP WIZ, better than ever: • Log your km by hand in seconds: a photo and the distance, that's it • Share the art: a clean sticker for your story, or save the full-screen version • Step-by-step help to put your link on Instagram • Clearer watch setup for Garmin, Strava and COROS • Reminders so you never miss the mural closing • Search teams by prize: try "beer" or "coffee"
MoreFAQ
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.