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Go From Zero to Running 25 Minutes Straight in 12 Weeks

Built for beginners who get out of breath in the first 30 seconds:

No fitness required
Prevent injury & burnout
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Most Plans are
too Hard

They ask too much, too soon.

Running Apps are way to competitive, or hard going on many people, making it harder for people to get into shape. I aim to change that, by creating a Running App, designed to build confidence, consistency, and happiness.

Mark Kennedy, the co-founder of None to Run

Mark Kennedy

RRCA-Certified Distance Running Coach

Way Better Than Couch to 5K

Great app, exceptional customer service!

Absolutely LOVE this program!!!!!

WHY N2R Works

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4.8 Stars

Helped 1ook+ people become runners

No Pressure.

No pressure to keep up; ever. The biggest reason people quit running is that they push too hard, too soon. None to Run is built around consistency, not speed. The early weeks are designed to feel almost too easy, because that's exactly what builds the habit that lasts.

Stay Injury Free.

You won't get hurt chasing progress. None to Run includes short strength and mobility routines alongside every run. These aren't optional extras, they're what keep your body resilient as your mileage grows. Less pain, fewer setbacks, more runs.

Running Feels good.

Your first session is designed to leave you feeling good. Not gasping. Not discouraged. Good. Each workout gives you a small, repeatable win, so running starts to feel like something you can do, not something that defeats you.

Build consistency.

A plan that does the thinking for you. No spreadsheets. No tracking intervals on your watch. Open the app, press play, and the audio cues tell you exactly when to walk and when to run. Three sessions a week. That's it.

6 running plans included

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Why I created None to Run

When I looked into why so many beginners were quitting Couch to 5K, the answer was clear; the plan was failing them, not the other way around.

Mark Kennedy, the co-founder of None to Run

Mark Kennedy

RRCA-Certified Distance Running Coach
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3 Flaws in The Couch to 5K Running Plan

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C25K works for some, but a lot of beginners stall out or get hurt. Three flaws explain why — and knowing them can save you weeks of frustration.

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Success Stories

I thought running was only for slim people.

A diabetes diagnosis three years ago pushed Melanie to turn things around. She'd been overweight since childhood and was sure running wasn't for someone like her. She started with N2R, ran her first 5K soon after, then a 10K, then her first half marathon — exactly 1.5 years after her very first run. She's also no longer diabetic.

Woking, England

I used to think in terms of 'I can't.'

Joan watched her son run marathons from the sidelines for years before she decided to try a 5K with him. She's slow, she still walks parts of it, and she keeps showing up. Every year, she runs a birthday 5K with her sons — and her husband, daughters-in-law, and granddaughters cheer her across the finish line.

Ontario, Canada · Age 64

I was failing W1D1. Over and over.

A year ago, Lea was 220 lbs, repeating the same first day of Couch to 5K and getting nowhere. She switched to N2R because the pace actually fit her. She's since finished N2R and Run to 5K, completed 25 parkruns, run four 5Ks and a 10K, and is training for her first half marathon this spring.

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

I'm not a runner. Those people are crazy.

That's what Tracie told herself for years. Too old, too heavy, too out of shape, too everything. She committed to one week of N2R just to see. She's now in week 6, running stronger than she has in years, and finally talking to herself the way she'd talk to a friend.

Georgia, USA · Age 51

I did Couch to 5K in my twenties. It was too much, too fast.

Jenelle tried C25K years ago, got discouraged, and decided running just wasn't for her. N2R's pace was different — she's now running three days a week and just signed up for her first 7K.

Built for people, not Pros

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Fits a real life.

Time is hard to come by. Between kids, work, and everything else, you need a plan that bends to your week, not one that demands you rearrange your life around it. Three short sessions. That's the whole ask.

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YOU ARE A RUNNER.

You think you look weird. Too slow. Too old. Not a runner. You're wrong — that's just the discomfort of something new. Stick with it. You are a runner.

Running Plans

A PLAN FOR EVERY GOAL.

Whether you want to run your first 5K, get back into shape after a break, or just enjoy moving again — we've built 6 programs that meet you where you are. No "elite" version required.

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STRENGTH BUILT IN.

Running on tired, weak legs is how injuries happen. Every N2R plan includes short strength and mobility routines so your body keeps up with your progress.

YOU'RE NOT ALONE!

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Common Questions

Is None to Run good for absolute beginners?

Yes — that's exactly who it's for. The first week starts with 30-second run intervals mixed with walking. If you can walk for 25 minutes, you can do this. No fitness baseline needed.

How is None to Run different from Couch to 5K?

None to Run progresses more slowly than C25K, which is the #1 reason people stick with it. The intervals start shorter, the jumps between weeks are gentler, and we focus on running for time rather than distance — so there's no pressure to hit a certain pace. Strength and mobility work is built in too, which C25K doesn't include.

How long does the program take?

The main program is 12 weeks, and takes you from not running at all to running 25 minutes straight. You'll run three times a week, with optional strength sessions in between. If you need to go slower, that's fine — many of our runners repeat weeks, and the plan still works.

Is the app free?

You get a 7-day free trial when you sign up. After that, it's $6.99/month or $39.99/year. We also offer free PDF training plans on the website if you'd rather start there.

What equipment do I need?

A pair of running shoes. That's it. The app works outdoors or on a treadmill, on iPhone, Android, or Apple Watch.

I've tried running before and failed. Will this work?

Probably — and you're not alone. A lot of our members tried C25K or other programs and quit two or three weeks in. The gentler pace and built-in strength work are designed to fix the things that usually cause people to drop out: doing too much too soon, and getting hurt.

I'm in my 50s (or 60s, or 70s). Is it too late to start?

Not even close. The average N2R runner is around 51, and we have plenty of members in their 60s and 70s. Marian, one of our recent success stories, finished the 12-week plan at 82. The gentle progression is especially well-suited to runners who are starting later in life.

What if I miss a week?

Life happens.

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My beginner running journey with None2Run. I’m LOVING it. Week 1, run 3. Here’s my vlog!#CapCut

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Replying to @Androidsapple a recap from week 1 & 2 of the None to Run program! I wish i would have filmed from the beginning for you guys 😅 #beginnerrunner #runningforbeginners #biggirlswhorun #midsizerunner #nonetorun #couchto5k

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Crying tears of joy this morning🥹😭🥰 #nonetorun #runninggirl #runtok #sohappy #tearsofjoy

Mark Kennedy, the co-founder of None to Run
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