The Run Across America app is a virtual race app that tracks your progress toward a seasonal distance goal and rewards you along the way. Pick a goal from 50 km to 500 km each season, track any of 56 activity types (running, walking, hiking, rolling, kayaking — even your dog's walks), and earn badges, streaks, and leaderboard spots as you go. Registration includes premium seasonal merch, and you can add an optional contribution to Feeding America that we match 100%. Track in the app directly, or import activities automatically from Strava or Apple Health.
Jump to: App setup | Key features | Common questions 
Set up in 1, 2, 3
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Download the app
After registering for the current season, you'll receive an email with the app info:
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Get logged in
If the app asks you for a code to log in, use the code on your Order Confirmation page. You can also enter your phone or email to be sent a code. -
Set your goal and team up
Choose your seasonal movement goal — anywhere from 50 km to 500 km — then make it social. We know you run in multiple circles, so you can create and join multiple teams. 📚 Book Club, 🏢 Coworkers, 🏘 Neighbors, 👨👩👧👦 Cousins, 💪 Spin Class — make a team for every group, set shared team goals, and cheer each other on all season.
Key features
Record any activity — all 56 types count
Navigate to the Record tab and tap the red button to start. Running, walking, hiking, wheelchair rolling, kayaking, treadmill sessions — all 56 activity types count toward your goal, so every kind of movement adds up. You can even add your pets and track your dog's walks alongside your own. See the tracking guide for details.
See all 56 activities
Aerobics, Basketball, Bike, Bowling, Boxing, Building a snowman, Climbing, Daily steps, Dancing, Disc golf, Dog walk, Elliptical, Fencing, Football, Gardening, Golf, Handcycle, Hike, Hockey, Ice skating, Jump rope, Karate, Kayak, Kickboxing, Other, Paddleboard, Pickleball, Pilates, Rollerblade, Row, Run, Run / walk, Ski, Snow shoveling, Snowball fight, Snowboard, Snowshoe, Soccer, Stair, Stationary bike, Strength training, Stretch, Stroller walk, Swim, Tai chi, Team sports, Tennis, Treadmill, Volleyball, Volunteer, Walk, Walk with a kid, Wheelchair, XC ski, Yardwork, Yoga.
Import from Strava and Apple Health
Already track with another app or watch? Connect Strava or Apple Health and your activities import automatically — no double-logging. Our Recording Your Activity guide covers setup for both.
Earn badges, streaks, and rewards
Each season brings bonus challenges, streak tracking, and badges to collect, plus leaderboards to climb. Outside the app, registration includes your choice of premium seasonal merch, and you can add a commemorative steel finisher medal crafted by Ashworth Awards, maker of Boston Marathon medals for over 30 years.
Join and customize teams
On the Teams page, create a new team or join an existing one — if a friend invited you, select Join Team and enter their code. You can also discover featured teams, including teams from our partners. Anyone on a team can rename it and choose one of 100+ icons; everyone sees the update.
Common questions about the app
What is the Run Across America app?
It's the tracking app for Run Across America's seasonal virtual challenges (Daily Distance). It records your activities, shows progress toward the seasonal goal you chose, connects you with teams, and awards badges and streaks — while contributions made at registration are matched 100% for Feeding America, with every $1 providing 10 meals.
How much does the app cost?
The app is included with event registration — currently $55 per season including premium merch, or save with the Daily Distance annual pass that covers every season of the year. There's no separate app subscription.
Does the app work with Strava?
Yes. Connect your Strava account and your activities import automatically to count toward your challenge. Apple Health import is supported too — see the tracking guide.
Does the app work with my treadmill?
Yes. Head to the Record page as normal, take a photo of your treadmill's display after your workout, and use the Manual tracker option to enter your time and distance with the photo attached.
My order had more than one registration. How do I get the other people set up?
If you had more than one registration on your order, we'll email the login information to the emails you provided for each person.
My team seems to be missing some people.
Your friends will show up in the team as they set up the app. If you don't see them there yet, send them a note to get it installed. The Invite button on your team has a text ready for you.
I don't have a smartphone.
We offer alternate ways to submit your distance if you're unable to access a smartphone. Contact us for details on how that works.
It's been a little while and I didn't get an email yet.
Double check your spam folder and the info in your order. If you still don't see it, contact us and we'll help get it sorted out.
I have more questions!
We're here for you. Browse the App Help Center for guides on getting started, goals and seasons, and troubleshooting — or contact us and let us know how we can help.