Help with building up to run a 5k

wetonia1

Help!!

I was just reminded that I agreed to run (yes I said run) the 5K Race for the Cure this year in Columbus, Ohio, in May. I don't run. LOL!

Any suggestions on a way to build up to running this?

Thanks for any suggestions or ideas you may have!

Toni

gj4man

The Couch-to-5K ® Running Plan
http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml

That'll do you )

gj4man

Or, in 6 weeks:

Six-week Beginner 5K Schedule
http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/racing/six-week-beginner-5k-schedule/67.html

vixsummer

I'm doing Couch to 5K and it's GREAT. I was the definition of a non-runner and it's helped me a lot. The app for the iPhone makes it really easy (do I sound like a commercial yet?). I'm doing a mini marathon in April, and I feel like I'll be able to do it without dropping dead on the side of the road.

wetonia1

Thank you vixsummer and gj4man! I will definitely check it out! I definitely am going to need slow and steady to build up to running. This girl has not ran in probably 10 years and that wasn't anywhere near a 5K!