Couch Potato to 5K Runner Z5K®

Runner to Couch - Run Training

Only for iPhone

Free · Designed for iPhone. Not verified for macOS.

iPhone

Can’t even run for a minute? Out of breath? Z5K is for you. Z5K is a free app that gets people who have never run before to finish a 5K in just 8 weeks. No gym, no subscription, no experience required—just you, your shoes, and the coach in your pocket. HOW IT WORKS Your endurance builds step-by-step with the proven walk-run interval method. Train for 30 minutes a day, 3 days a week. Your audio coach tells you exactly when to run and when to walk—no guessing, no need to look at your phone. Week 1 starts easy: short jogs between walks. By week 8, you're running 5K non-stop. The program adapts to 4 levels based on your fitness, and you choose your goal: First 5K or Fat Burn mode. FEATURES THAT KEEP YOU MOVING REAL-TIME AUDIO COACHING Your coach is with you every workout in English, Turkish, or German. No jargon—just clear "run" and "walk" cues. GPS ROUTE TRACKING Watch your route come to life on the map. Track distance, pace, and elevation in real-time. INDOOR & OUTDOOR MODE Raining outside? Switch to Indoor Mode for the treadmill. The same structured program works on the road or at the gym. PERSONALIZED FOR YOU Pick your goal, set your fitness level, and schedule your workout days. Z5K creates a plan that fits your life. ACHIEVEMENTS & PERSONAL BESTS Earn badges as you hit milestones. Track your PRs and watch your progress week by week. STATISTICS DASHBOARD Weekly, monthly, and all-time stats at a glance. Streak tracking and progress charts show how far you’ve come since Day 1. WEATHER & OUTFIT SUGGESTIONS Check the weather before you head out. Get clothing tips based on temperature, wind, and rain—be dressed right for every run. POST-RUN EXPERIENCE Finished your workout? Awesome! Log your mood, take a selfie, and share a sleek workout card with friends. Every run deserves a celebration. A surprise awaits you at the end of the program! WHY Z5K? -Designed for Beginners: Every detail is crafted for people who have never run. Motivational, never overwhelming. -3 Language Support: Full audio coaching and interface in English, German, and Turkish. -Modern Design: A sleek dark interface that feels premium from the first tap. -GPS + Treadmill: Most apps offer one. Z5K gives you both. MADE FOR RUNNING NEWBIES. You don’t need expensive gear, you don’t need to be fast, and you don’t need prior experience. You just need to start. People who once thought they could never run are now finishing 5K races—and they did it with Z5K. 24 workouts. 8 weeks. One goal: crossing that finish line. Download Z5K and take your first step today. z5k.run | Privacy: z5k.run/privacy

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Rest day screen now shows your true progress for the week instead of always celebrating completion. More reliable push notifications on iOS daily reminders and weekly summaries arrive on time. Stability and performance improvements.

Version 2.1.15

The developer, Hellospace, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .

  • Data Linked to You

    The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:

    • Health & Fitness
    • Location
    • Contact Info
    • User Content
    • Identifiers
    • Usage Data
    • Other Data

  • Data Not Linked to You

    The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:

    • Location

Privacy practices may vary, for example, based on the features you use or your age. Learn More

Accessibility

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Information

Seller
  • HELLOSPACE INTERAKTIF BILGI TEKNOLOJILERI YAZILIM SANAYI VE TICARET ANONIM SIRKETI
Size
  • 44.3 MB
Category
  • Health & Fitness
Compatibility
Requires iOS 17.0 or later.
  • iPhone
    Requires iOS 17.0 or later.
  • Mac
    Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
  • Apple Vision
    Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
Location
  • This app may use your location even when it isn’t open, which can decrease device battery life.
Languages
English and 2 more
  • English, German, Turkish
Age Rating
9+
Copyright
  • © 2026 HELLOSPACE INC
  • Developer Website
  • Privacy Policy

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