What's New

Bug fixes:
• Fixed the crash issue when skipping login, redirecting to the workout page.
• Addressed the problem of music volume reduction after reaching the halfway cue.
• Resolved the issue of hidden posts on the Friends page after app reset or sign out.
• Corrected the incorrect status in Favorites.
• Fixed the problem with incorrect posts.
• Improved the display of banners on the self-device when sending Highfives or comments.
• Fixed the notification missing issue.
• Resolved the GPS tracking issue.
• Fixed the comment issue on the log page.

App Description

Get off the couch and get running with the OFFICIAL Couch to 5K® training app! This oft-imitated program has helped thousands of new runners move from the couch to the finish line. Spend just 20 to 30 minutes, three times a week, for nine weeks, and you’ll be ready to finish your first 5K (3.1-mile) race!

Get more information about the Couch to 5K app here: http://www.active.com/mobile/couch-to-5k-app

Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

The Couch to 5K coach you select talks to you during your workouts. To save your battery, Couch to 5K sends audio notifications when your screen is locked or another app is in use.

To be sure you hear the coach during your workout, please do the following:
• Turn on Notifications permissions
• Turn on the hardware ring/silent switch (no red showing)
• Turn your ringer volume up
• Turn off Do Not Disturb (swipe up for Control Panel and the moon button should not be white)
• Within the app, in Settings > Workout Options, be sure the Trainer Volume is up

Without granting notification permissions, during a workout you can click the lock icon at the top left to keep the app active and still hear the coach.

For support please contact us at: [email protected] We would love to hear from you.

WINNER of the 2012 Appy Award for best Healthcare & Fitness App!

Features
• Training plan designed by Active.com trainers
• Choose from 4 different motivating virtual coaches—Johnny Dead, Constance, Billie or Sergeant Block
• Hear human audio cues to guide you through each workout
• Listen to your favorite playlists with in-app music player
• Calculate your distance & pace and map your routes with FREE GPS support*
• Log your workouts and share your progress on Facebook
• Get support from the largest running community on Active.com Trainer
• Repeat workouts and track your best performance
• Treadmill support allows manual entry of workouts
• Track your progress with total distance and average pace
• Graphs for workouts to compare distance and pace

Finished the Couch to 5K program and ready to take your running program to the next level? Check out our 5K to 10K app to prep for your first 10K race here. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/5k-to-10k/id526458735!

Praise
"The popular Couch to 5K app helps new runners avoid injury from doing too much, too soon."
—Runners World, June 2012

"It's ridiculously easy to use (it's hard not to, as you just do what you're told) and it's fantastic that you have an encouraging voice talking you through things."
—Engadget, June 2012

"Active.com’s Couch to 5K is one of my favorite… apps. With its customizable features, interactivity, and well-rounded interface, I may actually stay off the couch this time."
—148Apps, October 2011

"I knew as soon as I decided to start the Couch to 5K program that I would need something to keep me accountable—not just to showing up for my training, but to actually doing it properly. Of course there’s an app for that."
—CalorieLab, April 2012

"If you have been struggling to get your buns off the couch and somewhat in shape before the summer hits, training for a 5K is not a bad way to start. If you are looking for a program to help get you there, then the “Couch to 5K” running plan by CoolRunning is probably your best bet if you haven’t done an ounce of athletic activity for a number of years."
—Droid Life, April 2012

FAQ
• Once you purchase the app, it is yours to keep. It does not expire after 9 weeks.

iPhone Screenshots

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Apple Watch Screenshots

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App Changes

  • October 27, 2011 New version 1.0.3
  • November 08, 2011 New version 1.0.4
  • December 15, 2011 Price decrease: $1.99 -> $0.99
  • December 19, 2011 New version 1.1.0
  • January 05, 2012 New version 1.1.1
  • January 20, 2012 New version 1.2.0
  • February 11, 2012 New version 1.3.0.10
  • February 29, 2012 Price increase: $0.99 -> $1.99
  • April 26, 2012 New version 1.3.1
  • May 25, 2012 Price decrease: $1.99 -> $0.99
  • May 28, 2012 Price increase: $0.99 -> $1.99
  • May 31, 2012 Price decrease: $1.99 -> $0.99
  • June 30, 2012 Price increase: $0.99 -> $1.99
  • July 09, 2012 New version 1.4.0.4
  • October 03, 2012 New version 1.5.0.6
  • October 17, 2012 New version 1.6.0
  • November 01, 2012 New version 1.6.1
  • December 08, 2012 New version 1.7.0
  • January 02, 2013 New version 1.7.1
  • January 02, 2013 Price increase: $1.99 -> $2.99
  • February 02, 2013 Price decrease: $2.99 -> $1.99
  • March 26, 2013 New version 1.8.0
  • May 06, 2013 New version 2.0.0
  • May 10, 2013 New version 2.0.1
  • May 20, 2013 New version 2.0.2
  • September 23, 2013 New version 2.0.3
  • September 30, 2013 Price decrease: $1.99 -> $0.99
  • October 17, 2013 New version 2.0.5
  • October 18, 2013 Price increase: $0.99 -> $1.99
  • December 18, 2013 New version 3.0.0
  • January 21, 2014 New version 3.0.1
  • April 04, 2014 New version 3.1.3
  • May 28, 2014 New version 3.2.1
  • November 18, 2014 New version 3.3.1
  • December 30, 2014 New version 3.3.2
  • April 16, 2015 New version 3.3.3
  • May 01, 2015 New version 3.3.4
  • July 29, 2015 New version 3.3.6
  • September 22, 2015 Price increase: $1.99 -> $2.99
  • October 22, 2015 New version 3.3.7
  • December 20, 2015 New version 3.4.1
  • December 23, 2015 New version 3.4.2
  • December 29, 2015 New version 3.4.3
  • February 16, 2016 Price decrease: $2.99 -> $1.99
  • May 06, 2016 New version 3.5.0
  • May 22, 2016 New version 3.5.1
  • December 01, 2016 New version 3.5.2
  • January 03, 2017 Price increase: $1.99 -> $2.99
  • January 16, 2017 New version 3.5.3
  • June 23, 2017 New version 3.6.0
  • July 10, 2017 New version 3.6.1
  • July 24, 2017 New version 3.6.4
  • July 25, 2017 Price decrease: $2.99 -> $0.99
  • July 26, 2017 New version 3.6.5
  • July 27, 2017 Price increase: $0.99 -> $1.99
  • July 27, 2017 Price decrease: $1.99 -> $0.99
  • July 27, 2017 Price increase: $0.99 -> $1.99
  • July 28, 2017 New version 3.6.6
  • August 03, 2017 New version 3.6.7
  • August 07, 2017 Price increase: $1.99 -> $2.99
  • August 31, 2017 New version 3.6.8
  • October 09, 2017 New version 3.7.0
  • November 28, 2017 New version 3.7.1
  • January 10, 2018 New version 4.1.1
  • January 22, 2018 New version 4.1.2
  • March 22, 2018 New version 4.2.0
  • April 12, 2018 New version 4.3.0
  • May 03, 2018 New version 4.4.0
  • June 06, 2018 New version 4.5.0
  • September 03, 2018 New version 4.5.1
  • September 12, 2018 New version 4.5.2
  • September 26, 2018 New version 4.5.3
  • September 16, 2019 New version 4.5.4
  • May 27, 2020 New version 4.5.5
  • May 29, 2020 New version 4.5.6
  • April 19, 2021 New version 4.5.9
  • April 25, 2021 New version 4.5.10
  • June 01, 2022 New version 4.6.0
  • June 01, 2022 Price increase: $2.99 -> $4.99
  • January 02, 2023 New version 4.6.1
  • September 16, 2023 New version 4.7.0