Run With Hal

What Run With Hal is

Run With Hal builds running plans around a runner’s goals, performance, and schedule. It supports training from 5K to ultra distances, plus year-round base plans. As training continues, workouts and pacing adjust automatically. Runners can move workouts, reschedule long runs, choose which days long runs fall on, and mark blackout dates. Hal+ can combine adaptive plans for runners preparing for several races. Available on iOS and Android, the app includes GPS tracking for pace, effort, and mileage, along with stats, charts, summaries, and calendar views. Run data syncs from Garmin Connect when a workout is saved there as a Run and synced. The app can be downloaded and used for free, while Hal+ provides additional adaptive features. Hal+ monthly costs $6.99 a month, billed 1 month is $6.99; Hal+ annual costs $59.99 a year, billed 12 months is $59.99. Both paid subscription options include a two-week free premium trial. The maker describes the app as serving runners pursuing general fitness, a first race, or a personal best. The developer’s Apple privacy disclosure says contact information, identifiers, and diagnostics may be linked to the user, while health and fitness and location data may not be linked.

Who it suits

Run With Hal suits runners working toward general fitness, a first race, or a personal best, with plans spanning 5K through ultra distances. Runners who want to adjust scheduling or prepare for multiple races may find the adaptive plans and Hal+ options useful.

Limits

The free app does not include Hal+ adaptive features. Hal+ subscriptions include a two-week free premium trial; the monthly plan costs $6.99 a month and the annual plan costs $59.99 a year.

Getting started

1. Visit https://www.halhigdon.com/apps/.
2. Download the app for iOS or Android.
3. Use the app for free, or choose a Hal+ monthly or annual subscription for premium features.
4. Try the two-week premium trial included with paid subscription options.
5. To sync a run, save it as a Run and sync it to Garmin Connect.

Verdict

Choose Run With Hal if you want a running plan that adapts to training and supports flexible scheduling across a range of race distances. Its free access includes use of the app, while Hal+ adds adaptive features and multi-race plan blending. Look elsewhere if syncing with a device or service beyond Garmin Connect is important.