Looking for the best free running app tailored for beginners? Nike Run Club (NRC) is your ultimate run tracker, planner, and tutor. With a suite of tools designed to propel you towards your fitness goals, NRC has everything you need to get started and keep going.

NRC offers a variety of Training Plans* and Guided Runs** to suit every level, from 5k to 10k, half marathons, and beyond. Whether you're hitting the trails or pounding the treadmill, NRC's cardio training options are designed to help you set and achieve new personal bests. With the support of Nike coaches and a vibrant community, you'll find the motivation you need at every step.

Join the Nike Run Club community to participate in or create challenges, share your progress, and stay motivated. From health and fitness tips to wellness runs, NRC is more than just a fitness app—it's a running community for Nike Members, offering route mapping, coaching, and recovery advice.

**RUN TRACKER FREE**

• Track your cardio, running speed, GPS, elevation, heart rate, and more.
• Use the distance and fitness tracker to monitor your progress towards your running goals.
• Benefit from a mobile running coach that helps you monitor your fitness progress.
• Sync your activity to Android OS supported devices effortlessly.

**TRAINING PLANS & GUIDED RUNS**

• Utilize NRC Training Plans* to run towards your goals.
• Choose from a range of plans like the Half Marathon training, 4-Week Get Started Training Plan, and the ultimate 12-week Marathon Training Plan*.
• Explore a library of Guided Runs** for casual runs, speed intervals, or marathon training.
• Get fitness motivation from top Nike athletes like Eliud Kipchoge with Audio Guided Runs**.
• Receive guidance from your running coach with NRC’s Guided Runs** and enjoy in-run audio cheers from friends.

**RUN CHALLENGES**

• Earn badges and trophies for streaks and personal bests in 5K to 10K and beyond.
• Get motivated with NRC's encouragement to reach new monthly running mileage or set distance goals.
• Participate in NRC running challenges or create your own and invite friends.
• Monitor and celebrate your progress with your worldwide run club.

**MILE COUNTER & SHOE TAGGING**

• Track the distance for all your shoes with a mile counter that also reminds you when it's time for a new pair.
• Learn which shoes you run the fastest in with NRC's pacer feature.

**NIKE FITNESS FEED**

• Access health and fitness guidance, including motivation, nutrition, athlete stories, and more.
• Stay updated with the latest from Nike Running, including Guided Runs, Run Playlists, and footwear drops.
• Unlock holistic wellness tips to connect mind and body, enhancing your overall fitness experience.

Download NRC today and start your running journey with the Nike community. NRC seamlessly integrates with Google Fit to sync your workouts and record heart-rate data. Be mindful that continuous use of GPS running in the background can impact battery life.

NRC is compatible with all Wear OS watches and many more, including Garmin devices.

*Training Plans are available in the US, UK, JP, CN, BR, FR, DE, ES, IT.

**Guided Runs are available in select countries.

What's New in the Latest Version 4.41.0

Last updated on Oct 11, 2024

Bug fixes and enhancements.