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Getting Started with Running: Couch to 5K Guide

Jennifer Mayers by Jennifer Mayers
April 23, 2024
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Getting Started with Running: Couch to 5K Guide

If you’re looking to start running but don’t know where to begin, the Couch to 5K program is a great way for beginners to build up their running endurance and reach the goal of running 5 kilometers (or approximately 3.1 miles).

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What is Couch to 5K?

Couch to 5K, also known as C25K, is a training plan designed to take non-runners from their couch to running a 5K race in just 9 weeks. The program consists of a progressive series of workouts that gradually increase in intensity and duration, allowing your body to adapt to the demands of running.

How does the program work?

The Couch to 5K program typically involves three running sessions per week, with rest days in between. Each session includes a combination of running and walking intervals, gradually increasing the amount of time spent running and reducing the time spent walking as the weeks progress.

Week by Week Breakdown

  • Week 1: Start with a 5-minute brisk walk, followed by alternating 60 seconds of jogging and 90 seconds of walking for a total of 20 minutes.
  • Week 2: Warm up with a 5-minute brisk walk. Jog for 90 seconds, walk for 2 minutes, and repeat for a total of 20 minutes.
  • Week 3: Begin with a 5-minute brisk walk. Jog for 90 seconds, walk for 90 seconds, jog for 3 minutes, walk for 3 minutes, and repeat for a total of 21 minutes.
  • Week 4: Warm up with a 5-minute brisk walk. Jog for 3 minutes, walk for 90 seconds, jog for 5 minutes, walk for 2.5 minutes, jog for 3 minutes, and walk for 90 seconds. Repeat for a total of 25 minutes.
  • Week 5: Start with a 5-minute brisk walk. Jog for 5 minutes, walk for 3 minutes, jog for 5 minutes, walk for 3 minutes, jog for 5 minutes, and walk for 3 minutes. Repeat for a total of 28 minutes.
  • Week 6: Warm up with a 5-minute brisk walk. Jog for 5 minutes, walk for 2.5 minutes, jog for 8 minutes, walk for 3 minutes, jog for 5 minutes, and walk for 3 minutes. Repeat for a total of 29 minutes.
  • Week 7: Begin with a 5-minute brisk walk. Jog for 25 minutes continuously.
  • Week 8: Warm up with a 5-minute brisk walk. Jog for 28 minutes continuously.
  • Week 9: Jog for 30 minutes continuously.

Tips for Success

  • Follow a proper warm-up routine before each session.
  • Wear comfortable running shoes and attire.
  • Stay hydrated before, during, and after your runs.
  • Listen to your body and progress at your own pace.
  • Don’t be discouraged by setbacks or bad days. Keep pushing forward.
  • Consider joining a local running group or finding a running buddy for added motivation and support.
  • Set small achievable goals along the way to stay motivated.

The Couch to 5K program is a fantastic way for beginners to start running and improve their overall fitness. By following the program, you’ll gradually build up your endurance and achieve the goal of running a 5K race. Remember to be patient with yourself and enjoy the journey. Lace up those running shoes and get ready to hit the pavement!

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Hey, I'm Jennifer, your twenty-something runner hooked on cardio! With a passion for pounding the pavement, I specialize in training for marathons and half marathons. Let's hit the road and chase those goals together!

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