Couch to 5K® - Run training App Reviews

This app is OK in that it gives you announcements of the correct intervals but unfortunately it doesn’t seem to write the workouts to Apple Heath and is therefore mostly useless to me and there are much better options. With the newer versions of iOS Apple is heavily pushing the use of Health and the Fitness rings. Apps like this that don’t integrate are becoming obsolete.

I was lazy used this app and started running very helpful

Of all the fitness apps downloaded/purchased through the years this is always the one that stays. It’s simple straightforward plan with fun coaches really are motivating. I love that I can always go back and pick up in a place I feel comfortable to get me back in focus and fitness.

I have use this app for a few years now. I have worked up to a 5K a few times. I end up losing my mojo, but I get back on my treadmill and I start all over again to achieve the same result! I highly recommend this app to anyone wanting to learn to go from walking to jogging/running a 5K!

I just used this for the first time today and it says that I ran over 16 miles for an average of 1 min and 46 seconds per mile. Obviously that’s so far from right lol does anyone else have this problem?

I was never a runner. Was introduced by friend who used it to get her moving and to lose weight after her baby. Love it! Ran my first 5k on 1/1/20. Training with my boys this fall. This comes from a woman who thought she would never be a runner to a 5k finisher.

The app functions well and motivates you to work out. My only problem is that some of the jumps are too ambitious. One day you’re running for 8 uninterrupted minutes; the next day you’re running for 20 uninterrupted minutes? Ever since this dramatic jump, I’ve been really struggling with my runs, which is discouraging, because I had been doing well up until that point. The program/schedule should be revised to incorporate more of a build up to a 20-minute run.

My son wants me to run a 5K with him, so I chose this app to help me train. I knew I needed something with structure. The gradual increases are helpful. I mean it when I say, if I can do this, anyone can. I’m 47 years old and just starting to train!

I have never enjoyed running. However this app allows me to finally understand what the “runners high” is all about. This program breaks down the run into small doable chunks. After completing my session I feel better all day long. If you have failed at running in the past but want another go, this is the app for you.

Great app it may cost 4.99$ however, it’s worth it in the end. I’ve tried and tried again to start running and this app keeps me going give it a shot

I used this app five years ago when I got into “running”. I started again and fired it back up. Constance is there cheering me on and I’ve started not to hate her when she says “time to jog” The only problem I have is when she says we’re halfway there, if I’m listening to music the music volume won’t go back up to the level it was before she spoke. I have to pause and resume the music for the volume to be at the same level. One time I raised the volume and then when she spoke again it was very

I love this app. After having my baby I couldn’t even run 1 mile. My husband and I are just about to complete the 9 week program and can run a 5k! Truly went from couch to 5k!!!

Probably one of the most functional and effective apps out there. The gradual progression is perfect.

I live the options, telling me when I’m half way, the prompts. But I HATE HATE HATE the fact I can’t use it independently with my watch only. If they have fixed that bug I haven’t figured out how to do this yet. Other wise, I like this thing.

I never write reviews but I've been using this app for years and I went from someone who despised running to someone who loves it. Totally worth the money. Has tracked my progress over years and I love seeing myself improve. 10/10

I’ve decided to start running earlier than later, and it has been the best, and although I’m only 3 days in, I can already start to feel a change. All and all I highly recommend.

I bought this app several years ago. I quit using it bc it was very buggy but, recently I cam back to it. It is great!!! I’m really enjoying it and it works great with my podcast listening. Thanks!!!

Great app; I’d really like the option to run on a treadmill and not have the app use the gps. A even better option would be to sync with an Apple Watch or Fitbit.

This app gives you the opportunity to gradually move yourself into running.

Whoever did the voice acting for the Zombie Coach- thank you! Always makes me laugh. I’ve done the app a couple times now when I need a motivation boost & it works. 5 stars!

Very simple but exactly what a beginner needs.

I love this app. I wish I could see the layout of the workout before I did it thou… I would Like to mentally prepare myself. But still a great app and I’m enjoying it

The phone app is decent and I overall enjoy the pacing. My biggest issue is the apple watch app requires the phone so I can’t just run with just my watch.

Great app. Run and listen to music. I'm down 26 pounds in 3 months with this app and not eating terribly. Not even a real diet just less soda and take out.

Love this app to run to. Recommend to anyone starting out.

This app is amazing, I have zero complaints! I would recommend this for anyone, especially beginners!!

Definitely got me off my couch 😂 One week done, and loving it so far…

I use this app ever spring to get back in shape. I do not run in cold wraps I begin again every spring and this keeps me focused on track and injury free!

I wish we the ability to submit races that are not listed. There are many missing.

This really really helped me get in shape. It helped me so much. It works. It really works.

This is a great app to help you get started on working out.

Love the app when I was running inside but when I started running outside and only want to use Apple Watch I realized you need to have phone with you for it to work. A stand-alone watch feature Would be nice.

I hate running and this app really got me off the couch and now I do enjoy running beat app purchase

Used this about 10 years ago and got back in shape. Doing it again to get back in shape again! Week one and feeling so much more happy it really bouts your mood!

This is the best app I have bought in a long time!! This is a great app for a first time runner!!

Love this program - easy to follow and succeed with it.

This is so well designed. The pace is spot on to push you to the right point of challenge, but not overboard. You make steady progress and look forward to your next run. Takes the intimidation out of running. Love it!

I really tried with this app. I like the program but I found the app to be glitchy. Maybe it’s my phone or maybe it’s the app. I don’t know that’s why I gave it three stars. Hopefully others will have better luck.

I do like the app, but I wish it would change up the music.

If this app had a treadmill setting I would give it 5 stars. Some days it’s too rainy to run outside and it’d be nice to shut down the gps and add treadmill splits instead.

I’ve used this app several times over the years. I’d stop running due to injuries, life, etc. then start over. Without the app, I probably wouldn’t have ever started.

This has made getting back into running enjoyable and easy! I am continually meeting my goals and getting in better shape! This made getting back into it easier. Big fan of the interval running now

I’ve used this app for a few years now... I love it!!! It’s the best!

Watch app pictures leave the impression that this app will work without the phone around but you have to start the session on your phone first for your watch to track it.

Paid for the app to work with my watch. Bad move.