Ease into 5K: run walk interval training program App Reviews

I ran my first 10k today thanks to this app. This app has made a runner out of me. For all those who think you cant, you can!

Ive had multiple episodes lately where this app just shuts down and stops working mid run. Today I was 19 min into my 38 min workout and it stopped. I can still hear my music so I think its still working. I didnt realize it until at least 5 min later when I knew it should be telling me to walk. It makes me furious because I am now unsure how far I actually ran.

I had a full version if this app on my iPhone 4. Now this "free" iphone6 version requires upgrading to a subscription. Liked the app but not happy about this switch. Also, have never been able to figure out how it calculates feet and distance. It doesnt at all relate to whats on treadmill screen.

Update: still useless. Doesnt even ask for notifications permission. Wont notify once app is closed. This app will not work with other audio programs. If you like to listen to podcast apps like me, dont buy this. The app crashes every time you reopen it while a pod cast app is running. When it crashes, it does not resume thus it jacks up your run flow.

This app doesnt record current pace so when I try to post to Facebook its all ZEROS!! Very disappointing!!

I have used this app for 2-3 years but now it wont post (journal) to Facebook!! Please fix. Other than that I love it!! Ok. Finally its fixed!! Thank you!!

The voice alerts dont work in the new OS! I restarted, and still nothing. This basically makes it a music player with fewer features. Its a discouraging way to restart my 5k training. Fortunately there are other apps out there that serve the same purpose.

I have used this app on and off for 3 or so years. Ive never had an issue with it, but I also use it for the very basics. I dont post to Facebook nor do I use the GPS feature as my iPod does not have that capability. I would definitely recommend this to someone starting out!

It only gives you alerts to run or walk when the app is open and the screen is unlocked. That defeats the purpose.

I am by far no runner but I knew I had to change my work out to challenge myself. The app is awesome. I could not be any more satisfied with it. Thanks Bluefin

The app worked great when I first downloaded it, now it doesnt track my speed or distance correctly even after resetting location and everything else. I ran for a little over 2 miles and it only tracked .03. What? A seventy-four minute mile? Almost impossible. Glad I re-upped my subscription for nothing. I will be purchasing a similar app with better reviews. Learned my lesson on checking stats before wasting my money.

No voice alerts makes this useless.

When it works, it works fine, but it’s sometimes unreliable. There seem to be some programming issues. For example, sometimes it starts the music when I start the warmup and sometimes it doesn’t. I’ve had it crash mid-run; this is really annoying when you’re waiting for it to tell you to stop running (or start running)! And, for the love of Pete, don’t lock the device while this is running! (It won’t tell you anything.) It’s basically a good app, it just needs some updated programming.

I just completed this 5k training plan. I started off barely able to run for 90 seconds and now I am going for 30! This app has the basics, everything you need to make it to your goal.

Ive used this app for many years, as long as Ive owned iPhone. I used to love this app but recently (in one week) Ive had crashes and voice prompt issues. The crashes I wrote off as a fluke, but when I hear run and the next voice alert I get is also run something is wrong. I dont always get the cool down or completed workout prompt anymore either. I wouldnt be using the taper if I didnt need it, so its getting obnoxious.

Wouldn’t it be so awesome to be able to use this app with Spotify and Pandora? The other guys offer this feature.

Keep having issues with the workouts pausing on their own over and over. Sometimes I can get back going, sometimes get stuck in a loop of pauses every few seconds! (No problems with my phone or any other apps).

Ive had this app for several years and have recommended it to many new runners. Recently I downloaded it again to start running after an injury but was disappointed by the current version. The run/walk alerts no longer work when the iPhone is locked. You have to set the auto lock to never in order for the alerts to come through. This one great app is now just a so-so GPS tracker with music. Save your money and look elsewhere until they fix this problem.

I have experienced having to start my music before the app, as others have said. But that is a tiny issue. I love the program. I am gradually building stamina to run more each day. Thank you, bluefin for helping me stay strong.

Would be 5 star rating if it had a watch app to tell you your info instead of having to pull the phone out.