Start running/How to prepare for 5k

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  • shannypoo21
    shannypoo21 Posts: 329 Member
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    I agree with everyone here regarding C25k. It's an amazing training program. As for your shoes, I would suggest getting a gait analysis at one of your local sporting goods stores. Believe me it will help a lot with your running/walking. Good luck to you!
  • nellyett
    nellyett Posts: 436 Member
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    Yep, yep, yep!!!! C25K!! I started this a few weeks ago and LOVE it!!! I used to see people out running and I would wish I could be one of them. Now I AM! I truly enjoy it, and no one is more shocked by that than me. LOL

    I actually enjoy running so much that I've been out almost every day. The program is designed for 3 runs per week, so what I do is repeat a few of the runs. For example, a few days ago I started week 5 and have repeated runs 1 and 2 twice. I'll move up to w5d3 this afternoon.

    I would also recommend googling proper running form. I was getting hip and knee pain, and this has helped me tweak my form a bit here and there. I've been pain free ever since! Good luck and enjoy!!

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