I went from no running experience whatsoever (in fact I used to have running/sprinting based exercise induced asthma) to being able to run 30-35mins! That’s more than I’d ever ran in my life due to fear of asthma attacks! I am very pleased with the app; and have moved onto C210k (on the way to training for a half marathon). However I may still use this program for speed improvement training (you do kind of outgrow it once you’ve done it once- but that’s a good thing- though there’s potential for re-use in speed training). It progresses at a good pace and whilst it looks intimidating at first it is paced well. Every week I’d happily tell friends my latest running record out of excitement at my progression.

I got the lifetime subscription, since I figure I’ll fall in and out of running and so the app will always be useful, but then discovered they have a 10k app, which is a totally separate purchase. It’s silly to have to pay twice for a whole separate app if I want to progress beyond 5k.I will say, I do love how easy this app makes it to progress and get better at running - I’ve tried a couple others and loved this one the most. It’s easy to use, the music integration isn’t fiddly, and it does what it says it will. I agree with other reviews though, that the price is a lot for what it is. By week 3 it’s basically just telling you when to start and stop. I wish it gave more advice about when to consider picking up the pace, reminders about breathing and form, etc.If I had my time again, I’d have stuck with the Nike Run Club app, which has more tailored programs and is completely free.

So I’m practising for cross country at my school, so I just got this app and started running and told me everything to do run for a bit then have a rest and walk run for a bit and have a rest and walk and then at the end, you can do a little bit of stretching so you’re not all sore and it’s really good so I think you should get it and yeah my hands are a little sweaty from holding a phone but it’s pretty easy honestly you can also play music while you’re running which I love I sing along and the neighbours can hear me. I just want in my backyard and it’s fine my neighbours dogs bark but it’s fine because I can’t hear them through my AirPods but by so good by the way.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

First, I have to say that the support team for this app are the nicest I’ve ever encountered- they are patient, helpful, and so so friendly. A rarity these days but that team are next level. Second, I started running with this app in its first version about ten years ago; it quite literally changed my life. I can’t run, I’m just not built for it, but with this app I started to run and, after a few weeks, for the first time ever, I could keep going. I still haven’t gotten to 5k but who cares? I’m fitter, stronger, and mentally so much better than before. I restart all the time when I’ve let it slide for too long, and it works every time. Love it.

I’m not a runner, I never have been! But a friend recommended this app when I said I wanted to try to get into running, but really struggle with motivation and knowing what to do. This app is great! You’ve got a voice through your speakers telling you when to run, when to stop, and motivating you when you feel like giving up. I’m currently on Week 6, and am running for 8 minutes at a time which is amazing to me, considering I tired very easily prior to starting and absolutely hated the idea of going for a run. Now I find myself looking forward to it! Would definitely recommend if you’re looking to give it a go.

I downloaded couch to 5k to give me more structure to my gym workouts. I had the goal of coming to the gym 3 times a week and wanted to train towards a fun run that raises money for breast cancer but had absolutely no running experience. I’ve noticed a hug change in my endurance by week 4, week five I can run two 8 minute intervals without feeling like I’m going to drop dead! I combined this app with a decent warm up and cool down stretch, magnesium glycinate before bed and some knee stabilization exercises twice a week. I’ll absolutely recommend this app to my friends, I look forward to each run and love how I can customize the difficulty as I’ve progressed.