Couch 5k - Running App

Name: Couch 5k - Running App
Rating: 4.63964 (5071 reviews)
Author: App Symphony

Training app for runners: 3k, 5k, 10k, Half and Marathon

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Couch 5k - Running App is a comprehensive, free training app designed for runners of all levels. Whether you're a beginner aiming to run 3k or an advanced runner training for a marathon, this app guides you through structured training plans ranging from 3 km to 42 km over several weeks. Featuring an intuitive interface and gentle interval programs, Couch 5k helps you improve stamina, burn calories, and avoid injuries. It supports outdoor runs with GPS tracking and allows indoor treadmill training as well.

Key features include audio coaching for run/walk intervals, customizable workouts with pause/skip options, notifications to keep you informed, workout statistics tracking distance, pace, calories, and weather, plus sharing capabilities to celebrate progress with friends. Motivational quotes and halfway warnings keep you engaged. The app runs efficiently in the background with foreground services managing GPS and fitness tracking, ensuring a seamless experience even with screen off. Download Couch 5k and take the first step toward your fitness goals today!

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By:

App Symphony

Downloads:

385,816 254

Rating:

4.64

(5,071) 7 new ratings

Version:

3.7.1 Last updated: 2025-01-09

Version code:

Creation date:

2015-12-15

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS
android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION
android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
android.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION
android.permission.CAMERA
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE

Size:

6.74MB

Email:

ap*****@gmail.com

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Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Updated:

a day ago

Ranking

# 101,410 ▲ 13

User reviews

Users praise Couch 5k for its effective beginner-friendly running plans, motivating audio cues, and helpful stats. However, many struggle with app stability issues like crashes and freezing that lead to lost or inaccurate run data. GPS tracking and audio cue volume are common problems, alongside limited customization options and syncing across devices. Despite these issues, the app remains a popular tool for gradually building running endurance and encouraging regular exercise.

Pros

Effective Couch to 5K program that helps users gradually build running stamina and enjoy running.
User-friendly interface with helpful verbal/ audio cues guiding the intervals for running and walking.
Includes features such as music player integration, GPS tracking, and pacing intervals suitable for beginners.
Works well for motivating users of different ages, even children.
Provides detailed stats like distance, speed, and elevation changes post-run.

Cons

App frequently freezes or crashes at the end of runs, causing loss or inaccurate logging of workout data.
GPS tracking often inaccurate or fails to record full distance, especially when screen is off or phone is in pocket.
Audio cues are too quiet and hard to hear over background noise; screen sometimes dims or turns off unexpectedly during runs.
Limited ability to save notes or annotate runs; lack of options to customize units (e.g., lbs vs kg) or music playlists.
Some features like data syncing across devices or integration with third-party apps are missing or unreliable.

Recent reviews

I love this app and I use it often (and have used the Couch to 5K program for many years). I do wish there was an option to save the results or make notes in it. For example, if I run outside on hills or bad weather, my times will be different than running inside on treadmill. If I look back to evaluate my times, there is no option for notes. Sometimes I am unable to run for injury, travel, sickness, etc. I often go back a week or two but cannot notate that only delete previous sessions.

To*****, 2023-07-03

This app is awesome! I wanted a free couch to 5K timer app just so I can run and not worry about my time or to look at my phone. For a free app this has it all! 5 and 10k running plans, indoor running mode, only one ad per exercise, GPS outdoor mode, built in music player, use of a music app you have on your phone, screen lock, keep your screen from going to sleep, and SO MANY MORE! Very easy to use, even my kids use it!!!