couch to 5K only online beginner running program?

boymom75
boymom75 Posts: 74
in Fitness and Exercise
I don't want to but I think it's time to add running to my workouts. Goal for this year is a 5K. So that being said, I need to train.

Is Couch to 5K the only online or app based beginner runner program out there? I know people have had success with it. It's been a while since I've researched it so just wondering if there was anything new out.

Thanks y'all. :smile:

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  • mrsjones2point0
    mrsjones2point0 Posts: 332 Member
    I'm doing the Run Double app on my phone - based on the couch to 5k program.
  • dragon1ady
    dragon1ady Posts: 335 Member
    Zombies, Run! 5K. Available on iPhone and Android, and I've heard rumors of a Windows port as well. Their website has more info on that.

    https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sixtostart.zombies5k&hl=en
  • rduhlir
    rduhlir Posts: 3,550 Member
    C25K is pretty much the best program out there. All other beginning running programs have based theirs around it. There are multiple versions: C25K outside, C25K treadmill, C25K time, C25K distance...the list goes on and on. Some people have even turned into a game style program, such as Run Zombie Run. But the basics are still the same: run/walk intervals.

    Just find one that will work for you and your schedule. Pretty much all require at least 3 days commitment. There are some for returning runners that do 4-5 runs a week. But true beginners, stick to something 3 days a week and then increase from there once you have finished the C25K.

    Welcome to the running world!

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