running.COACH app
running.COACH app

Your running plan — as individual as you

From 5 km to marathon, running.COACH builds a plan that adapts automatically after every workout. After every run you get personal feedback, whatever level you start from.

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This is running.COACH:
A plan that adapts to you

Feedback after every workout

  • Instant feedback: after every run you get a personal analysis of your session.

  • Know your strengths and weaknesses: learn what to work on and improve where it counts.

  • Weekly summary: start every Monday with a summary and analysis of your training week.

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Coach Matthias
Great job on the long run

The pace and the distance were close to our goal. Long jogs pay off on race day.

See your progress

  • Stay on top of it: track your training with meaningful statistics.

  • Watch your form grow: watch your performance develop over weeks and months.

  • Go into detail: view a detailed analysis for every activity.

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Your plan evolves with your progress

  • Detects your form: changes in your performance automatically trigger adjustments to your plan.

  • Live adjustments: the content and intensity of your training evolve with you.

  • Pause when life calls: put training on hold and resume right where you stopped.

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Coach Matthias

We've detected a change in your performance bigger than 4%. Would you like to adapt your plan to reflect this?

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Thousands of runners train, share, and reach their goals together with running.COACH. Be part of the movement.

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Recommended by elite athletes and hobby runners

Said López

running.COACH has helped me plan my entire season for the year. I love the flexibility with which the training plan is adjusted when an annual goal changes. I am very happy with the way it…

Karin Stoop

With the training program from running.COACH, I was able to achieve the goal of a "marathon" within a year with a varied training plan that was adapted to my performance. It is impressive how tailor-made…

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Everything for your run
in a few steps

Connect your gear

  • Connect any device: Garmin, Suunto, Polar, Fitbit, Coros, Strava and Apple Watch are all supported.

  • Upload manually: add activities yourself whenever a sync was missed.

  • Track on the go: record your activity right from the app.

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Suunto suunto
Coros coros
Garmin garmin
Strava strava
Fitbit fitbit
Polar polar

Find your next race

  • Find races worldwide: browse our race calendar covering events worldwide.

  • Every distance: 5km, 10km, half-marathon, marathon and ultras.

  • Set your goal: pick a race and build momentum until the big day.

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5k 10k 21k 42k
UniLauf Köln
UniLauf Köln Jun 10
Köln, Germany 10.0km

Train with variety

  • Tailor-made sessions: every workout is unique and built around you.

  • Build endurance: longer runs grow your stamina for the long haul.

  • Push the pace: intense sessions make you faster.

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Long jogs for endurance Long jogs for endurance
Intervals for speed Intervals for speed
Steady runs for your base Steady runs for your base

From 5 km to Marathon — and beyond

A custom training plan for the distance of your choice. Start your epic journey now.

Find a race
5k 10k 21k 42k Ultra
UniLauf Köln
UniLauf Köln Jun 10
Köln, Germany 10.0km
Zürich Marathon
Zürich Marathon Apr 21
Zürich, Switzerland 42.2km
Berlin Half
Berlin Half Mar 30
Berlin, Germany 21.1km
Lakeside 5K
Lakeside 5K May 18
Luzern, Switzerland 5.0km
Alpine Trail Run
Alpine Trail Run Jul 06
Innsbruck, Austria 25.0km
City Night Run
City Night Run Aug 23
Wien, Austria 10.0km

Developed by Olympic coaches,
powered by AI

Matthias Kyburz

Matthias Kyburz is one of the most decorated athletes Swiss sport has ever produced: eight-time World Orienteering Champion and six-time winner of the Orienteering World Cup. In 2024 he stepped onto the road, debuting at the Paris Marathon in 2:07:44 and qualifying for the Paris Olympic Games.

In February 2025 he ran 2:06:48 in Seville — the second-fastest marathon by a Swiss runner in history. Guided by Viktor Röthlin, he turned a lifetime of endurance into world-class road racing.

Today Matthias is part of running.COACH not just as an elite athlete but as a coach. His real-world experience flows directly into the algorithm, so every runner trains with the same principles that took him to the Olympics.

Viktor Röthlin

Viktor Röthlin is widely regarded as the most successful marathoner in Swiss history. He collected a complete set of major championship medals: European champion in 2010, European silver in 2006 and World Championship bronze in 2007.

He represented Switzerland at four consecutive Olympic Games (2000–2012), finishing 6th in Beijing 2008, and set four Swiss marathon records, culminating in a personal best of 2:07:23 at the 2008 Tokyo Marathon.

Viktor has been part of running.COACH since day one. His expertise shaped the algorithm that has guided runners worldwide to their goals for over 15 years.

FAQ

Here are some of the most common questions

Can I try running.COACH for free?
Yes, you can test running.COACH for 14 days free of charge – with full access to your personalized training plan and all features. No automatic renewal after the trial. You only continue with a subscription if you actively choose to do so.
Who is running.COACH for?
running.COACH is designed for beginners, experienced runners, and ambitious athletes alike. Whether you're aiming to improve your 5 km time or complete your first marathon, your training plan is tailored to your fitness level and goals.
How is the training plan created?
Your plan is automatically created based on your goal, current fitness level, and available training time. running.COACH also considers your past running experience and adapts the plan to fit your everyday life.
Does the training plan adjust to my progress?
Yes, your training plan continuously analyzes your completed workouts and adjusts dynamically based on your progress. This ensures your training stays effective, realistic, and aligned with your current fitness level.
How does the dynamic system in running.COACH work?
running.COACH continuously adapts your plan based on your actual performance and how you feel during training. After each session, the system analyzes key metrics like pace (adjusted for elevation), heart rate, duration, and more. If it detects changes in your fitness, your plan automatically updates — including workouts, intensities, and projected race times. Your training stays realistic, current, and fully aligned with your progress — without any manual adjustments needed.
Can I change my training goal or race date later on?
Yes, you can update your goal and race date at any time. running.COACH will instantly recalculate your training plan to guide you optimally from today to your new target – no need to start from scratch.
Can I define more than one goal race?
Yes, you can add preparatory races in addition to your main goal. These will be integrated into your training plan to support your overall progress.
Can I choose my training days and move sessions around?
Yes, you can choose your preferred training days when setting up your plan. You can also reschedule individual sessions at any time. running.COACH adapts to your life – not the other way around.
Are there special plans for beginners / ambitious runners?
running.COACH creates individual training plans for everyone – regardless of fitness level.
Are there mountain running plans?
Yes, running.COACH automatically detects when your goal race includes significant elevation. You’ll then receive targeted tips for running uphill, along with suggestions for adapting key workouts to hilly terrain – plus specific guidance for mountain races.
Can I connect running.COACH with my sports watch?
Yes, running.COACH is compatible with Garmin, Polar, Suunto, Coros, Apple Watch, Fitbit, and Strava. Your sessions are automatically synced, keeping your plan up to date.
Do I get feedback on my runs?
Yes, after each training session you’ll receive detailed feedback on goal achievement, load, and intensity. You’ll also get a weekly summary of your progress – so you can reflect on your training anytime.
What is the Live Coach in the app?
The Live Coach guides you in real time during your run. It gives you feedback on pace, intensity, and goals – directly through your headphones. This keeps you in the right training zone and helps you make the most of every session.
How much does running.COACH cost?
running.COACH offers different subscription models – you can find an overview here. You can test all features for free for 14 days – with no automatic renewal."
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