If you’ve always wanted to run a 5k but you just don’t know where to begin, you might be interested in the Couch-to-5k Program. This beginner-friendly running plan aims to take first time runners from their very first run all the way to a full 5k, and it’s customizable based on your specific time frame. Here are a few things that you should know about the program.
- A 5k measures 3.1 miles.
- The Couch-to-5k Program starts slowly and gradually builds up to a full 5k over the course of two months.
- Each training session amounts to just 20 to 30 minutes three times per week.
- The training days should be spaced out throughout the week, leaving at least one day for recovery in between.
- With the Couch-to-5k, you don’t want to focus on how fast you’re going, but rather on building up your distance with each new session.
- You can follow the Couch-to-5k Program either by time or by distance of each run. Experts recommend choosing whichever option seems easiest for you to keep track of.
- It’s important to warm up and cool down before each session. With this program, a five-minute jog is a good warm-up, and it’s equally important to stretch before and after your run.
The Couch-to-5K ® Running Plan | C25K Mobile App [Cool Running]
Couch to 5K: Is it Right for You? [Answers]
How to Lose Weight With Couch Potato Running [Livestrong]
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