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Here’s a little snippet from their privacy policy. Note the app continuously does this, even when running in the background regardless of if there’s an active workout in progress. “We and other third parties may use the information (a) to customize ads in this or other apps (for instance, if your device is often located at or near music venues, you might receive offers for music tickets); (b) to measure effectiveness of those ads; (c) for disease prevention and research, security, anti-crime and law enforcement; or (d) for market, civic or other research regarding aggregated traffic patterns (for instance, a company that analyzes shopping trends might want to learn whether more or fewer devices are seen near malls or in other shopping districts).”

I had been tracking my runs (along with all my other activities like hiking and walks) on a different app, while I ran and walked when c210k told me to. It worked great because the tracking app would tell me when I’d hit my miles and my pacing, and C210k would tell me my intervals. But now I can’t use both apps at the same time. Very disappointed that I truly have no idea how I did on my run today - because I have to pay to be able to see my stats through this app. Frustrating enough to get me to stop using the app. It’s a shame because I was really enjoying it and nearly halfway done. I only want this app to tell me when to run and walk. I want my other established tracking app to track so all my activities in one place.

As a health and fitness professional, I will encourage my patients to use whatever tools work for them. This one is popular and I’m giving it a go myself. My first impression is that it is good for accountability. A long second to an actual running partner, this app still may help us to get out the door. The progression is simple, yet walking alone should be the first step from the couch for 1-6 weeks, depending on one’s fitness. What is lacking for me is that other side of running- the sprints, tempo runs, fartleks, hill work, etc. Some may argue that C210K is powerful in its simplicity. I just see it as lacking. If running a 10K truly is your end goal, fine. But if you want to improve your fitness and longevity, I recommend adding core exercises, carries, toe and heal walks, and much more that could easily be integrated into the app.