5k Runner Couch Potato To 5k App Reviews

I have and never will be a fast runner.. but this app makes me feel like it’s possible! Great way to train!!

Great app well done and easy to use even if you are not athletic leaning souls! Highly recommended!

This app has really helped me meet my goals! Love it!

Best app for really training up to a 5k. Used it several years, hopefully can move up to the 10k soon.

Super and greater.

Always a outstanding trainer for me. Just need to remember to keep my ringer on for the app to talk to me

I have followed this program. I was very out of shape and modified it by repeating each step of the training several times before going to the next. About halfway thru, I was at a party with dancing and was amazed at my endurance and fun. It makes everything thing you do a little easier.

The method it uses to structure the routine is great. Not being a runner at all, the app eases you into longer and longer runs in a very natural way. Functionally though, it doesn’t give me audible notifications to my AirPods if I’m listening to podcasts (I use Overcast, so I’m not sure if Apple Podcast would fare better). Also, it doesn’t transfer GPS data to the Activity app, so I have to use my watch to track the run as well. I’m not sure if that’s duplicating health data, but I do know it’s redundant and should be unnecessary. This would be a great Watch app, if they’d make a stand-alone version. As long as you had GPS version Watch, you could leave your phone at home. But hey, they have an iPad version for all of those runners who can’t part with their iPad for a half hour... 🙄

I used this app and was able to run 7 13.1

Love it

Needs to be compatible with amazon music

this app is easy to use and does what it is designed to do. the 5k plan, however, is not well thought out for everyday people. the steps start gradual and then explode into much longer run times week 5,6,7. Does the designer really think that a person’s body changes that much in such a short period of time??? I have been stalled at week 5 for sometime and was stalled at 4 before it. I have 176 logged runs. Dont believe that in 10 weeks you will go from zero to 5k.

Great app to help me prepare to run

How fast am I supposed to go on the treadmill!? I want to make sure im on a good pace for a 5k.

This is my go-to app when I gain a little too much pudge. I never had the desire to run an actual 5K but boy does this do the trick in tightening up all the female trouble zones. UPDATE A year or so later this app continues to never let me down. This coupled with the Keto diet has me starting to look like my 20 something self again @40. I like how the developers are not greedy and trying to nickel and dime you at every opportunity. If you use this product for free I urge you to show your love and give them a five star rating.

A true motivator

A great choice to ease into a running lifestyle!

Like this app and have used it off and on forever but later it keeps crashing mid run and then saying I finished the run which is frustrating

This makes running a 5K possible!

Been using 5k runner pro for a few years now. If it only tracked heart rates and speed it would be perfect. Right now have to have another running app to track that stuff.

I have been using this app on and off for over five years. Originally purchased to get myself ready for a 5k run. Started out only being able to run a couple of blocks before getting winded. Finished that first 5k event in 32 minutes! Now I use the app to get me back on track after life gets in the way for a few months. Well worth the money I paid years ago!!!

This app is great! I love that you can use it and listen to your own music, that it uses GPS to tell you your distance at the end of your run, and that it prompts you for the intervals. I only wish there was a feature at the end of the run to write my own comments about it, like what the weather was or how I liked my route as a little reflection. Hooking it up to a weather service to plan your runs might be a cool feature as well. Overall, I love this app and look forward to getting my first 5k under my belt! Thank you!

Great way to start a conditioning program. It get the job done and I am able to accomplish it!

Best app to use and train with to increase speed, stamina and endurance. I am in the US Army I recommend this to my soldiers who need to improve their 2mile run.

This has been one of my favorite apps for a long time, great program, easy to use all the time!!! Unfortunately it does not give me the heart rate. It transfers the workout to the Apple Health Kit and it shows as a workout on the Apple Activity, but the only way to get a trend for my heart rate is to start also a workout on the phone (downside: this is counted as a separate workout). Hope you can add an Apple Watch app or suggest a solution.

!!UPDATE!! I ran for 4 years, including many half marathons, and a FULL marathon in 2014, and it all started with this app! I stopped running, it’s been about 1.5 years since I’ve been out, so today, at 48!, I started the app again. It’s just as awesome and I’ll be up and running again in no time! Im a 42 year old mother of 3, and I haven't been able to run since high school. I am now on week 6 and loving it! I run 6x a week and do each day twice before moving on. I have never enjoyed running and didn't ever think I would, but now I LOVE it, and feel better than I have in years!

Downloaded this app to prepare for a 5k, which I had never ran before. The pace of the interval training is great. The coaches voices are pretty good too. I used this app for 8 weeks, then ran in a 5k. Finished with a time of 21 minutes. You really learn how to pace yourself through this App. I wasn’t even winded when I was done.

This app has helped me get back to a healthier state. It is easy to use and provides encouragement along the way.

Good app. It works if you work it!

I never thought I could run. With this app I have ran 3 5ks now ! It is worth it just do it !

No indoor running or way to update record afterwards. Shows no distance if cal burned.

I like this app because it’s straight forward, doesn’t glitch- out and allows me to seamlessly run Spotify in the background.

It’s a really great app and a decent program, but I’d like to see improved watch support.

5K Pro is now my personal trainer!! Thanks!!

I really enjoy how non complicated this app is. There are plenty of times where I fall off the motivation to run train and i can easily go bk and start over in this app. It knows exactly the right amount of run I need. Definitely worth what I paid for.

Great for a beginner!!

I was halfway through the program when the latest update removed the Apple Watch app. This was the only reason I purchased the app in the first place. I emailed support and they said there were issues with the new watch that necessitated them removing the watch app. Strange that another C25K app still works just fine on my watch. Seems like this dev just doesn’t want to keep their app up to date and is taking away key features as a result.

It picks an appropriate way to remind you without being pesty or a nuisance. It truly inspires you to keep up the routine that was started.

What a great app! I hadn’t run in years, but I wanted to participate in a 5K for charity with family and friends. In less than 8 weeks, I was ready...ran the whole thing. The app is very intuitive and guided me through the small improvements needed to complete the challenge. I highly recommend it!

I used to love 5k Runner Pro and would recommend it to new runners. The app worked great on my runs, I could check time on my Apple Watch and adjust as needed, that is until the most recent update. I went out for my run and the watch app was missing. I reached out to Fitness22 support who responded quickly, but explained that they no longer offer Apple Watch integration. Seeing as this was a perk of the paid app, I can’t recommend people purchase the app unless they have no interest in Apple Watch integration. I imagine I’ll be using the Nike Run Club app instead.

Bought the series 4 hoping it can enhance my running experience. But the new update removed the Apple Watch app? Please bring it back. Thanks!

I never thought I could run a 5k let alone in 8 weeks! Love this app

I’ve been using this for training, and while I do enjoy the audio cues telling me when to run and walk - I did rely on the timer on my watch to gauge where I was at in a section. I am going to be using a different 5k Coach app that has an Apple Watch app until this one is updated with one again. It’s 2018, I can’t strap my phone to my arm anymore, so I bought the next best thing, the Apple Watch so I could utilize these health apps!

I am a 56 year old, overweight, never run in my life woman. I have a bad knee and plantar fasciitis. I kind of had no business starting this app program. But—I just completed my last training session. If you had told me at the beginning of this journey that I’d be running for 35 minutes straight and ENJOYING it, I’d never have believed you! But here I am. This app made it easy and doable. I highly recommend it. I also believe it’s critical that before you take your first step, that you are fitted with the correct running shoes by a professional. I know my shoes made a huge difference for me with my knee and plantar fasciitis. Bonus: my PF has almost disappeared, my knee hurts much less, and I’ve lost 20 pounds. Life is good!

If they add one soon, I’ll bump up to 4 or 5 stars. Just got my first Apple Watch; I was so excited to get back to running with my favorite training app while feeling safe to leave my phone at home...I should’ve checked first, but I guess I just assumed 5K Pro would have a companion app for Watch. 😢

I loved this app, in fact I have 1 workout left and I’ve completed my 5k training. However I updated the app and realized that the Apple Watch feature is now gone. So disappointed as it was very useful to look at my watch and see how much time was remaining in each interval. Will be looking for another app with the watch feature for my 10K training.

This is my Go-To 5k running app whenever I want to get back into running shape. We all fall off, this app helps you build back your endurance. I’ll keep it for as long as I can run lol.

Works smoothly, motivates me, great couch to 5K. What else can I say!

I’ve been running for 4 years and had originally used 5kRunner for my very first attempt at a 5k. Lately, my running had gotten stale and I found myself dreading my runs and unhappy with my progress. Decided to start over from the beginning and redo the couch to 5k program. Because I wasn’t at the very beginning I started in week 3. Now at the end of week 6 I am running better than I have in 2 years. 5k Runner got me back on track and I’m loving my running again! Not just for first timers!!

Even with asthma, this app has consistently helped me increase my continuous run-time!

An awesome app that has helped me get off the couch and get on the road to fitness, so anybody who’s interested in getting fit try this app!

Good program (though I am only in week 1 - I have kept going and I am not dead but challenged adequately). 2 potential improvements: sync with Spotify and automatically advance to next training (i found myself doing day 1 twice by error) Might come back to this review once I can properly run!

This was the first running app I downloaded. And I have to say with never running before this app truly helped ease my body into running. I absolutely love this app and will always recommend it. And I will probably never use another running app but this one.

Perfect for this sedentary lady. I’ve been able to get back into running without injury. The reminders are helpful too!

Easy to use straightforward and informative for the price. I use it and the 10K app.

Great choice for those just starting out AND looking to maintain a running routine! Glad they implemented GPS route tracking and the iTunes integration is well done. I’ve had ups and downs with my running habits and this app has been a good resource for getting back into running and keeping it up. Thanks!

Maybe I am missing something but why is it that this app will not work with my watch. It will come up and show the running time but I cannot be away from my phone- it stops working. I have a watch with cellular connectivity so you would think it would work. This is really frustrating because other apps like MapMYRun work just fine and track GPS even. Will you ever have this working so I can escape my phone?

Trained me so well after having a baby. I’m losing the weight I want to lose.

I’m on week 7 now so I feel comfortable rating this app. I do enjoy using it and even though I’m not up to running a 5k yet I do not doubt that I will get there. I like the GPS tracking and end of run stats but I do wish there were some things different. 1) Does not allow you to input distance when running on the treadmill so it makes tracking runs on rainy days more difficult; 2) sometimes the prompts do not sound when the lock screen is on even though the timer is still counting down; 3) Apple Watch must be within a certain distance from the phone so you cannot leave you phone at home; 4) Does not carve out warm up and cool down stats but would be nice to get a better idea for pacing. I am considering purchasing the 10K app but I’m not crazy about the subscription fees.

The app will not post to Facebook! Can you get this fixed! I love the app because I keep coming back to it. Tracks everything I want!

Can’t really do anything other that see your time remaining on the AW. Would be nice to be able to start/pause workouts without the need of the iPhone. Will probably try other apps till this is addressed.

I like this app as it has started me on my way to a 5K. I will not be running that distance at the end though because I run slowly. Also, I need help getting the distance part to work. I can’t figure out how to track my running.

Great app for beginners who hate to run! Good steady pace for improvement

I love this app!! I’m 54 and it so motivates me!! I have not felt this good in years!!!!

I’ve really enjoy using this app.

I used this app. And stuck to and it worked

Tracks your running with ease and build your stamina gradually. Has the right metrics and is easy to use and does not stand between you and your running.

Keeps me motivated.

Easy to use for a beginner

Takes you little at a time to 5K like runners say it should be done

Why didn’t I find this years ago!! Worth every cent. Easy to use, motivation is not cheesy. I am confident I’ll get my fitness back on track with this program. And maybe when get to a new level after 15 years of inactivity and serious weight gain.

My wife and I enjoy this app functionality and ease of use. We run early morning, and I watch her grab bands, heart monitor, and her phone. This would probably be the best running app ever if it simply supported Apple/Android Watch cellular connection. Eh, maybe in the future.

I put my phone in my pocket while running and the audio is low even if I maxed my phone audio level. Please double the volume so we can hear the app. (I use runkeeper too and the audio is very loud so it is not my phone) Second, I think it will be better if you offer more training options easier than what offered already. It is hard for someone who never run for a long time.

I am such a slacker and I’ve tried to time out intervals on my own but I cut out early or don’t give it my all. Having this app helps me so much! It times out the run walk intervals and slowly increases them over the weeks. I tend to have to repeat the first week a few times but it doesn’t mess anything up if I’m not fully ready for the next week. I would recommend giving this app a try. If you aren’t sure they have a free version to try the first few weeks on.

Love this app, great starter.

My youngest son was worried about starting football practice and being out of shape so we started to use this app. He loves it. The visuals help him know what is coming and he feels like he can finish. I started with him and I love how I can listen to music and have a coach in my ear.

Just finished cancer treatment. I’m a former half marathon runner who got sinus cancer. I missed running so much. I’m gonna be smart about it & start back slow. This is a great app!!

I have returned after taking time off and I forgot how amazing the app is

I know it costs money to buy the pro version, but it is so worth it! I really didn’t think I could complete the 5k challenge and I have 5 more runs and I did it! So glad I purchased the app! Buy it! You won’t regret it.

This program is perfect for those who have NEVER RUN It has the perfect build up, it is challenging enough but very feasible I love it

This is a great app that got me to 5k in 10 weeks. I highly advise going your own pace as some of the intervals getting into week 5 start to get a bit tedious. I’d recommend even doubling down on runs throughout that week and week 6 to keep up with the last 2 weeks. That said, a few things that interfere with my focus are the sound effects. The app itself takes 10 seconds with the entirety of the intro. Make sure you have your headphones turned down because the dings and announcers voice are very imposing to the running experience. Something softer would be a game changer for someone who uses this app pretty consistently.

Ran for years and did 5, 10, and 15K races.Started in earnest at age 32. Ran daily until about age 63. I then lost the desire to run as I began losing many of my close friends to the grim reaper. Found out after many tests that I had Lyme Disease, Sjogren’s Syndrome, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, and other energy draining illnesses. But I always kept the faith that I would run again. I turn 75 in a month and a half and I am on week 4 of the app. I repeat the workouts until I am comfortable and move on. I want to do a 5K on my birthday but will be happy with a sub 12 minute mile. Just keep running!

If you plan on using a running app with just the watch I would look elsewhere. In order to start the run you need to have your phone with you. Dealbreaker

Amazing app. Helped me to keep on track and achieve my 5K goals. Highly recommend it to anyone who might seem running a 5K is out of your reach. With faith, endurance, will power and this app, you can do it!

It’s basic, it works, and so far I’ve finished 11 runs having previously done not a single run in my life. There’s a lot of these apps out there though, and for 9.99 I wish there was a tad more to this one. Features I wish it had: *more stats about my intervals. All I get at the end is an average pace. Which right now over half the workout is “walk” when you include the warmup so it throws it off. I wish I had some gauge of how fast I was going *watch app not needing phone with you. I mainly got this for the watch app but didn’t realize I still had to carry my phone. I’ve not adjusted with arm straps and such, but not as sleek as I was expecting *HR data. For some reason this doesn’t go over from my watch to Apple health. Once I’m done this training I’ll switch to an app that does, but I like to see HR data to evaluate if I really pushed myself.

A great app. Very good to use to get you In shape one day at a time.

The actual running program is great. Really like the gradual approach and really truly enjoy the voice commands. However, the voice command program really needs some work. When the app is open the program will run but if your phone is in the lock screen the triggers will be vibrations. How can you really feel these when you are running? It’s a grinding problem for an app that could be really good.

I really like this app... and I want to really keep liking it. For that, they need to update it for the latest Watch OS.

This is a nice little app, simple to use, it keeps me motivated, best of all it is the perfect trainer for me and my dog. Well done!

It’s a an excellent way to start running again. It’s just right.

I got the fitness cardio bundle of apps. It has the 5k runner, sit ups, push ups, and squat apps. I am so impressed with how they integrate with one another. The 5k runner app is so good and keeps me motivated to run daily. It has been easy at first, which is what I wanted so I won’t give up with beginning working out after a few years of not doing so. The app even followed the route I took and mapped it for me when I was finished. It was neat to go back and look at where I ran throughout my city. It also added calories burned and the total time I ran and walked. It takes the guesswork out of making a workout plan. I just need an app by these same developers that help me with dieting and meal planning. Then I would be all set. I’m so happy I found these apps. I can’t wait to get and use all of them! Very impressed.

I’ve been using this for the past 2 years, working through physical therapy for back problems and it has been an amazing life changer. I love seeing my body change and grow stronger!!

The app itself is great. But every time I download with the same Apple ID to a new device I am charged the full $9.99 again. Last time it happened, I was refunded, but I had to reach out to them first. If I hadn't noticed the charge, I would have paid twice. Now it's happened with a third device and I can't help but feel this is just a company being lazy or dishonest. If you have ever redownloaded this app, you were charged again. So go back through your records and reach out to them for a refund. And you're welcome.

Awesome, a must have for active lifestyle

Boys love it!!

I really enjoyed the structure this app gave me to build my stamina for running.

Love the actual workout. My only problem with this is that the app causes Spotify to not play my music correctly it keeps going in and out every few seconds while it’s playing. Never have this problem except when trying to run the two apps.

This app really motivates me to get up each morning and get back in shape!

I bet this works great but I don’t want to take the phone with me. Are there plans to make this work on the watch independent of the iPhone. With Apple Watch 3 I’d like to leave my phone at home while I’m out exercising.

Allows anyone to begin the joy of running. Slowly and perfectly. Always wanted to run but lack will power I can go these workouts give 150% and feel great. Can’t wait to get to 5k. This is doable for the most out of shape person.

The app for the phone just vibrates. Sometimes I don’t feel it.

Great but if you have an Apple Watch you won’t get notifications through tour headphones

My Lab and I LOVE to use this app when we go for our runs! It's a great way to keep track of your progress and train for a 5k at the same time. I highly recommend this app to anyone!

Work at your own pace to get where you want to be! Quick training segments for the most beginner!

Five years ago I used this app to get off the couch. Since that time I have run half marathons, a spartan race and even two ultra marathons. I had surgery in November and am using the app to gently get back to where I want to be. Love it.

Cheaper than a trainer. This took be abt nine weeks but I feel so much stonger and im so happy with the results!! I feel great about my health and fitness. I am moving on to the 5k pacer to go faster then 10k! Good luck!

I do like this app, despite some of the workouts not functioning well (it will sometimes pause itself or doesn’t start at all... glitchy). However, today I was running the week 5, day 1 and the app on my Apple Watch was about 2 minutes behind the app on my phone. I had to stop about 5 times just to pause and start the app on my phone to get it to sync correctly with my watch. This isn’t the first time either. These two (app on phone and app on Apple Watch) do not pair up well, which really gets frustrating. It honestly ruined my entire run this morning and put me in a bad mood.

I loved this app when I first started with it. It used to tell me when I’m halfway done and now nothing. I checked the settings and it is still selected to do this...it also stopped the encouragement stuff. I don’t. Care about that as much but the halfway point I really do care about!

After the stopping running after discharge from the army I said I would never run again. Then Father Time showed his best work. I used this app to safely get myself back to running and good cardio workouts after 20 yrs of no workouts. Follow the program, eat right and rest in between and this works. It’s a glorified smart timer that helps you achieve your personal goals.

This app helped me out a few years ago to go from never running to 10 5k’s, I took a break and am starting again.

I don’t think I’m the only person that rocks do-not-disturb when I’m working out. Unfortunately you won’t get prompts if you aren’t willing to field calls at the same time... pretty dumb

I like this app but when I’m running with my headphones, and my phone is locked, then I don’t get notified when to run and when to slow down and walk. Is this an app problem or a user problem? I’m using the latest IOS. Thanks

This app is easy to use and I feel like I can accomplish it it’s great thank you so much

I usually never write a review for these types of things but I had to tell everyone that is thinking about getting this app... Please do!! It is the most amazing app ever! I can already feel myself getting stronger and really doesn't give you more than you can handle at first! Would absolutely recommend and once I am done with this one I am planning on getting all of their other ones!!

And keep motivated. Helps make running a little more fun.

Easy to use & motivational

I bought this app in a fitness bundle. I should have known it would be a dud because the bundle was only a dollar or two more than the app alone. Consistently crashes when I try to play music through the app, will not stay open on my Apple Watch when music is even playing, fails to update itself as I’m running thereby causing lag on the Watch and the iPhone, and it can’t even be used without the iPhone nearby! The whole point of having GPS on the watch is to track movement and receive app prompts (not texts or anything) without needing the phone attached to your hip. Don’t waste your money. Edit// Joined a gym and discovered this doesn’t even work on a treadmill, despite their claims!!!! STILL ANGRY about this purchase, uggghhh.

This was my favorite app. Now when I try to access my music I just get a blank screen and no music. Have to delete the app to get out of it.

They don’t update this app anymore. Wasted $10 just to have all my data delete and stop syncing with the Health app.

I was a couch potato, now I can run. Impressive!!!

Love the app, but I was extremely disappointed that the app on my series 3 Apple Watch doesn’t function without my phone. One of my main reasons for purchasing the watch was the ability to workout and leave the phone at home. What’s the point in creating the app for the watch if you still need the phone for it to function?

I love this app

I recommend this to everyone who wants to start a running program

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This app makes voting 5 stars easy with 1 click but requires a whole sign-up process to leave any other review. Scroll through to read the critical reviews. Shady. This app freezes during my runs all 👏 the 👏 time. Imagine that. You’re doing so well, and then the next “chime” for the walk/run instruction never happens. I’ve been walking for 3 minutes now what’s going on? App is frozen solid. You have to force close and restart. It does not save or pick up where you left off. I don’t know why I paid $10 for an app that can’t do the 1 job it has to do. And then makes it hard to leave a negative review. I’m actively trying to get a refund.

I tried this app for 2 days. I liked it but it doesn’t calculate your average run time like other apps do. I paid $9.99 for the app. Can I receive a refund since I only used it for 2 days ??

But there are free apps that are as good. Ten bucks is ridiculous.

The only way this thing seems to work as advertised is if you turn every other app off (including any music or podcasts you’re listening to) and you hold your phone out in front of you so nothing can touch the screen. Getting ready for a workout, the app opened a pop-up asking for a rating and comment. As a rule, WHENEVER an app interrupts me soliciting a rating, my practice is to ALWAYS give that app a one-star rating and an explanation why (because of the SPAM). But I decided the developer ought to know about the other problems I’m having. So I went to the in-app “comments” page, wrote all about the problems I was having, then found out that once you type all that stuff, there is no way to send it. The app just freezes and you have to quit it. Bottom line: The developer needs to go out and actually USE this app in a variety of ways their users might operate it. We all know how lousy the installed music & podcast apps are on iOS, so many of us use alternatives. The developer needs to see how their app works with these other alternatives; specifically the “Casts” app which I use to listen to podcasts. I guess that’s forgivable, but having an app that has a “comments” function that DOESN’T WORK, well that’s not a forgivable problem. BACK TO THE DRAWING BOARD, guys...

After hurting my back several years ago I had given up on running ever again. My PT told me to try a walk/run routine and it worked! Now my daughter and another friend of mine who both struggled with running are using the same app and loving it! Both thumbs up and five stars for sure!

I’ve had this app for a long time and it has been go to when I’m returning to running as a part of my workout routine. However, it’s stopped playing my playlists and completely freezes when I try to select it. When playing music outside of the App you lose the voice commands and the Apple Watch notifications are annoying (you have to click on them to read the command, which isn’t always convenient while running). I’d really like this issue fixed because I haven’t mastered the art of running with my own thoughts and need the music.

I wanted to get back to running and this app has been a great help.its easy to use and the time goes by fast. Really like it!!

I bought this app in a fitness bundle. I should have known it would be a dud because the bundle was only a dollar or two more than the app alone. Consistently crashes when I try to play music through the app, will not stay open on my Apple Watch when music is even playing, fails to update itself as I’m running thereby causing lag on the Watch and the iPhone, and it can’t even be used without the iPhone nearby! The whole point of having GPS on the watch is to track movement and receive app prompts (not texts or anything) without needing the phone attached to your hip. Don’t waste your money.

I've used several c25k training apps and Fitness22's is my favorite. I like how they load the heavier intervals onto the middle of the run and the heaviest day in the middle of the week. Over the years of off and on running this app has been the most consistent way to get up to multiple mile runs again.

I am looking into the Apple Watch Series 3 Nike edition and wanted to know if this app works independent of the phone without adding the cellular (would like to run hands free/without my phone). Thanks!

Would give this app 5 stars, but didn’t realize it calculates kcal on gps, not steps. I completed my calorie and exercise rings on my iPhone as I was doing a run on my treadmill. As soon as the run was over, this app calculated my kcal as TWO, yes 2. Then it overwrote my HealthKit data, pushed it to my watch, and boom, my calorie ring dropped over 200 points. Did I mention I had already told the app to not use HealthKit? Finally figured out I had to go into HealthKit and block kcal tracking from this app. This is a bug! Your app’s data should never overwrite the watch’s data!

For five years, 5K has been my running buddy... always ready to Go, no complaints, any kind of weather... always encouraging and tracking it all..just perfect!!

I’ve used this app multiple times for training for a 5k! Highly recommended!!

This is a great C25K app. The app is nicely designed, with a clean interface, and has helpful audio cues for warming up, walking, running, and cooling down. I used this app religiously the best three months or so to run my first 5K! I don’t think I would’ve without this app. The app isn’t perfect tho. The notifications in-app to purchase the developer’s other apps can become annoying. Also, finishing the program doesn’t mean you’ll be able to run a 5k. The app will train you to run continuously for 35 min, how far you get in that time is up to your ability and pace. It got me through my first 5k, but YMMV. It’s a well-design and great app and I recommend it wholeheartedly. I’ve begun using the 5k pacer app in preparation for my next 5k and find it to be just as wel-designed. After that I think I’ll move on to their bridge to 10k app. This is the C25K app to get!

The running goals are unrealistic for beginners. Tried it and couldn’t get past week 4.

Very reasonable goals. I wish it “measured” my miles after I’m done with a “running session”. Other than that, I highly recommend it.

This app has been instrumental in getting me to run a 5K. I started out doubtful that I could run one, but with this app I trained for, and successfully completed, an official 5K, and now I'm working on improving my times.

Works well. Helps me stay on track.

I have been looking for a program that will help me improve my running and it's here. Thank you! Only thing is it takes awhile to sync my music!

I always come back to this when I want an efficient training or interval workout. Put in the time and you will see results in your stamina, running distance and overall fitness. Just don’t forget to include a stretch at the end. :)

Never ran before this! Now I can run a 5k:)

Love the app, but since the addition of series 3 with lte it’s a shame I can’t leave my phone and be able to use standalone!

This app really helped me out these past few weeks to reach my goal to run a 5K! Very encouraging at time and I like the daily inspiration.

Stop asking me to review

I love this! I couldn't run to save my life! I went from crying because I had to run for 60 seconds (at 5.0 on treadmill) to running 20mins (at 6.3 on treadmill) non stop, in about 6 weeks! The gradual climb was so liberating, I would throw fists in the air at the gym when we reached a new goal on the app. If you want to run but have no idea where to start GET THIS APP!!

Overall, I think this is a good app. I needed something to help me run more consistently, and for that it does what I need it to do. But if you’re thinking of buying this, be aware, you will not achieve a 5K at the end of the program if you’re not running a ten-minute mile. I run in the four MPH range, and this will only have me running two miles the final week. Suggestion: allow us to use our actual running speeds to adjust the program.

I got this app hoping to become a runner. I'm running 20 minutes straight now. Think it's working :)

The  watch integration and the activity app use some help. The watch app crashes back out to the watch face multiple times and there is no vibration when changing intervals. I’d also like to see my runs in the activity app on the phone. Otherwise great app.

Awesome. Best app for starting out. Go for it!!

I’m a couch potato, and this pushes me to speed up even when i feel like walking and being lazy. I look forward to when I get stronger and more energetic!

I love this app. It has key me motivated all the way to 5K and beyond.

This app is perfect for beginners!

Must have

Motivational! Highly recommend it

I used to like this app a lot but I’m deleting it. The past few times the app has timed out while switching from app to app. This never used to happen.

This app is easy to use and motivating. I've definitely improved and sometimes repeat the runs as I haven't been able to do it I'm 6 weeks but I will get there. Music plays fine in background and you can set voice and sound alerts for when you are supposed to switch. I also like he GPS monitoring.

Great App easy to follow and perfect for people who need a disciplined workout structure not only build up to a 5k but to start up a work out regime

Use this app all the time to assist with my endurance.

Love it. It made achieving my goal so doable. Next improvement I would suggest is the ability to add a note. For example, sometimes I might want to add a note about conditions or how I was feeling. And I like to use it beyond the training to maintain.

Great App!

I have been using Running for Weightloss. This was a nice change.

It is allowing me to start to enjoy running again

I used it on my watch once then it disappeared!

So grateful for this app! I started this program about 10 weeks ago, some weeks I didn’t get all three runs in but kept moving forward w it as I could! Today- I ran my first 5k race in forever!!! I had started this 230 lbs at 5’7” and with no recent fitness at all. I’m still slow, but I don’t need to stop to walk at all. The race was amazing and so much fun. I can’t wait to keep up the training and do more events. I highly recommend!

Very good app but I give it 3 stars because it is not supported with Apple watch with face complication.

This app is great in building endurance across time but lacks many things. It does not track my distance or calories burned correctly. I have reached out about this and done trouble shooting but it still doesn’t work. I am running 28 min now but only about 1.4 mi according to my Fitbit. That’s about a 17 min mile and by the end of this program I will not be at the 3.1 needed to be a 5k. Disappointed and not worth $10 :( at least I have built endurance and stamina though. I needed that

This app is perfect for beginners. You don’t even have to be a regular runner to use it, you just need to have the will power to run a couple of times a week. It starts you off slowly with running 30 seconds to a minute. It gradually increases until you are running 35+ minutes at a time by the time you hit the 8 week mark. I use it when I haven’t ran in months. I just start the music on my phone and then start the app. This is my favorite running app.

Love this App!

All the reviews make the app look really promising, but it has multiple problems - both with Apple Watch and treadmill support. It isn’t really Apple Watch compatible. Sure, it will display your walk/run status on the watch, but offers no notifications (vibration or sound), not any other information via the watch. You can’t start the app from the watch, and you must keep your phone with you during the run for it to work. It is not treadmill friendly. The app will not capture distance or calories burned if you run on a treadmill as it requires GPS to calculate that, it also doesn’t offer pace information. While running on the treadmill, I closed my exercise ring on the watch, however when I was done and the 5k app synced to Apple health, my exercise ring actually reversed itself because the 5k app didn’t recognize that I did 30 mins of exercise based on my run. It said zero. The interface is nice, but overall the app is disappointing.

This app really helps me to move forward with my running. It is gradual so that each week is able to be accomplished. Sometimes I repeat a day before moving forward if I feel I need it.

This keeps me on target

Been using this for years! Love it!

Very simple, easy to use app

Starts at the right level to prevent injury. Voicing is also encouraging and not annoying. Enjoyable interface and allows Spotify to play in the background (would love integration...).

This app is AMAZING. Everything about it I love. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants to get in shape, or just wants a running schedule.

I love this app. It gives me the push I need to (re-)start exercising/jogging. I wish it actually told you how far you should have gone or how fast/slow you should go. I’ve never hit 5k in the time allotted. So I assume I should be running faster.

Fantastic program and so easy to use!

I have always wanted to run 5ks but the girls got in the way. I had reductions on both girls done February 2017. This training app got me the skills I needed. I did five 5ks and two 10ks last year. I’ll be doing many others in addition to my first 10miler in April 2018. I highly recommend this app for anyone wanted to boost their goals into running or lots of walking. Thank you

App no longer works on my iphone 7 if I try to play music. Music never starts and it causes whole app to freeze. Was a great app but have been trying several times in past few weeks and same thing hsppens every time. Please update so we can listen to music while running!!

I have been using this app on and off the last 5 years. It was my first step to my half marathon and once again- I'm on that track. The only reason I’m only giving a 4 star is because it sometimes crashes when I’m trying to get my music playlist to start...