Training for a 5K

figueres3

This morning I ran 1.5 miles without stopping! Ran it in 20 minutes! I couldn't believe it! Up till now I have done that distance but alternated between walking and running, my longest run having been 6 minutes... I am so excited!!!!

vicky120

when is the 5k u r training for? I would like to train for one too but i dont know where to start. Do u have a program you are following?

RedHotRunner

Congrats - I'm running my first 5K in YEARS on Thursday.

You'll get there soon! Keep up the good work.:flowerforyou:

CrystalT

vicky120,

Here are a few links to 5K training programs. I'm following the 1st one, but my sis let me know about the other in case it was too aggressive.

More aggressive 9 week program (probably the more popular program)
http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml

This site has 2 programs that are less aggressive, one takes 4 months and the other is 7 months
http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/Programs/couch_to_5k_overview.htm

paulkj

Good for you!!!!! You are definitely on your way.