C25K app

[johnupatree]

I have recently returned to running after an enforced break and wanted to go through the programme again. However when I came to look for the app on my phone I found it had gone. I see now that it has changed and the reviews are not good. Can anyone tell me when the old app disappeared and why it was replaced?

Thanks

[secan Graduate]

It disappeared about two months ago, when NHS launched the new campaign "One You". At that time a couple of app - including the C25K one - which used to be part of the old "Change for life" campaign were updated and rebranded.

I think the aim was to split the contents between messages targeting specifically kids and their parents ("Change for life") and messages targeting specifically adults ("One You").

[Feelingsilly]

You can still download the podcasts with Laura on the NHS website and then I use mapmyrun in the background to time/distance me. Or else the zenlab c25k app is free and uses exactly the same increments as the NHS programme (except it combines week 8&9 into one week) just you can use your own music and no Laura. My friend prefers this version, I prefer Laura

[johnupatree in reply to Feelingsilly]

Thanks for the replies. Only reason I asked was for the info I had saved on it.

I use Strava and a Garmin watch now to record my runs. I liked Laura AND music. Will probably bung the podcasts on my iPod mini and forego the music until I get back into it again.

Cheers

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Yes I do not like Laura's choice of music!!! Think I'll need to find a different app that does the same thing. Like you I used to use the old app. I'll let you know if I find one i like!