APP UPDATE #5

Big Update: iOS Launch Target, Android Progress, Ambassador Program & What’s Next

Momentum is building at United States of Running, and I wanted to share a quick update with everyone who has joined us early.

In just the last few days, our community has grown significantly—and that tells me something important:

Runners are excited about the journey.

For those new here, United States of Running is being built to help runners pursue one of the biggest bucket-list goals in the sport: completing a race in all 50 states.

Our mission is simple:

PLAN – Find races by state and distance
TRACK – Log completed races, results, and progress
CELEBRATE – Share milestones and the story of your journey

Here’s where things stand today.

📱 iOS Update: Beta in Full Swing

The iPhone version is currently in beta testing, and the response has been incredibly helpful.

We expect to push one more beta update soon. If testing continues to go smoothly, we are targeting a wider iOS release by May 10th.

Every suggestion, bug report, and piece of feedback helps us make the app better before launch.

To everyone testing early: thank you.

🤖 Android Update: Moving Fast

The Android version is progressing quickly and is currently around 80% complete.

We’ve begun early device testing and are aiming to start an Android beta program by May 15th.

If you signed up as an Android user, don’t worry—you haven’t been forgotten. You’ll hear from me directly once beta access opens.

🌎 Ambassador Program Coming Soon

One of the most exciting next steps is launching the first United States of Running Ambassador Program.

We’re looking for a select group of runners who want to help grow the community in their state, connect with local runners, and inspire others to begin their own 50-state journey.

Top ambassadors will earn exclusive United States of Running swag, early recognition, and the chance to help shape what comes next.

If you already expressed interest, expect to hear more soon.

Our goal is to launch the first ambassador wave by June 1st, with Android expansion to follow after the Android beta begins.

🐾 Project: Jedi

Our newest team member, Jedi, is preparing for upcoming appearances—including the Colfax Marathon festivities in the weeks ahead.

Let’s just say he may be helping us spread the word in his own way.

More on that soon.

🙌 Thank You for Being Early

What we’re building is bigger than an app.

It’s a community for runners chasing something meaningful, whether they’re one state in or already deep into the journey.

Thank you for being here early and helping bring it to life.

50 states. One journey.

— Tom Dayton
Founder, United States of Running