“An app that lets me disconnect — This app has been a great tool to help me get into running, and I’m especially happy with the ability to track my run while leaving my phone behind. The lack of subscription is a huge plus too; I’m happy…”
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4.9 ★1,175 ratings
—Downloads
4+Age rating
21 MBApp size
$4.99In-app purchases
About this app
Watch to 5K helps you build up to running 5K in just 9 weeks. It’s designed for absolute beginners and runs entirely on your Apple Watch, so you can leave your phone at home. The plan includes three runs per week with a rest day between, and a new schedule each week. By the end of the program, you’ll be able to run continuously for 30 minutes.
BUILT FOR THE APPLE WATCH • Runs independently without the need for your iPhone. • Watch face complications are included allowing you to monitor your progress and quickly launch the app.
PHONE COMPANION APP • An iPhone companion app is included to allow you to track your progress. • View a breakdown of your previous runs, including health data and run route. • Achievements are awarded as you progress through the plan to celebrate milestones such as running continuously for 5 minutes or running for a certain distance.…
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“Works great; cheap too! — I just started using this app, but it works amazing! It is simple and easy to use. I really like that it’s a one-time purchase and much cheaper than Couch to 5K, which is a subscription. It’s been a helpful tool…”
“Blown Away — After searching through dozens of subscription based apps for this function including the big names who I think just got greedy, this is a refreshing gem. One time payment, flawless simple functionality, clean interface, no…”
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Store listing updated to version 8.0.2.
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Lowest$0.99
Highest$9.99
Watch to 10K: 5–10K Expansion$4.99
Large Tip$4.99
Small Tip$0.99
Giant Tip$9.99
Medium Tip$2.99