Running too much?

Your call. I only run 4 days a week, but I play hockey in between

I only run 3 days a week. Anymore than that I start getting aches and stuff in anything involved in running. It's up to you. If you feel good with your current routine keep doing it.

However, a suggestion. Unless your 5K is an indoor 5K I suggest you get outside and run. If you can scout and run on the route the race will be on that would be beneifcial. I just know when I sign up for a race I try and run in replicated race conditions as much as possible during training.

I'm training for a half-marathon, which may be a little more than what you're running now, but I've found that most programs really stress the rest/stretch days:

"Rest is as important a part of your training as the runs. You will be able to run the long runs on the weekend better--and limit your risk of injury--if you rest before, and rest after."

Have you tried doing something like yoga or pilates once or twice a week instead of running. Hot yoga burns a TON of calories and will give you a great stretch.

Ultimately you just have to figure out what works for you Good for you for running!!

Amy

I follow the Hal Higdon training plans and the intermediate plans have you running 5 days a week. I would say, just listen to your body.

For me, it is helpful to always have a race on the books and to be follow a plan. Go to HalHigdon.com and take a look at what he has out there.

Good luck!

I am new to running as well. Am on week 7 of a C25K program.
The hubs and I walk/jog/run outside. (His idea NOT mine)

Last night it was 18 degrees and the hubs had to drag my butt out there because I am a WIMP when it comes to the cold, but let me tell you, it actually helps me to keep running or jogging because it is too cold to stay still or to walk slowly.

Listen to your body. Being tired is one thing, but your body will tell you when it's had enough.

This.

I run 5-6 days a week depending on the schedule my coach writes up for me. Anytime I need to take a break due to being over tired or achy I am advised to do so. Rest days are worked into my plan.

Great job setting a 5K as your goal! I would encourage you to try a couple of days out on the road with your running rather than relying mostly on the treadmill and track. Both are different surfaces from where road races are run and your body may not be attuned to running on pavement or concrete if you do all your training on the softer track or treadmills causing you to get tired earlier or feel some pain in your joints. In addition, running outside gets you accustomed to things like wind, uneven surfaces and hills. Good luck with your race!

Listen to your body. Being tired is one thing, but your body will tell you when it's had enough.

This ^^^

I've had periods where I've run everyday for a month with no issues and only rested once I found recovery didn't allow me to train. Other times I've done a fairly average run but the next day my body tell me not to try that again today! I usually feel mentally tired and a little short tempered when my body is telling me to rest, it's rarely my legs

I'm guilty of over training but your schedule seems OK. Just listen to your body:)

I think it depends on what your goals are. Do you just want to keep your longest run at 3 miles? If so, I don't see anything wrong with your schedule. I run 5 days a week, 25-30 miles per week total, and I also do some yoga for runners, pilates, and *need* to start doing some strength training. I'm guilty of not doing enough cross training because I love running so much!

However, if your goal is to run farther distances, you should increase your weekly mileage by about 10% per week. The easiest way is to designate Sunday as your "long run" day and increase that run each week by 0.5 mile or 1 mile. Even better is to plan for a distance you want to train for, a 10k, half marathon, etc., and then check out Hal Higdon's training schedules (on his website for free) and he'll have the days and mileage and crosstraining built in for you.

Finally, get a run or two in outside before your race. I made the mistake of doing all my training for my first half marathon on the treadmill and man did I bonk on my first half marathon. I was completely unprepared for how different road running is. During this time of year, I still do pretty much all my weekly runs on the treadmill, but I make sure to do my weekend long run outside, regardless of temp. I ran in 8 miles in 4 degrees with 18mph winds a few weekends ago...it's cold the first mile, but then you warm up and it's wonderful. And you feel like a bad a55 runner for being out there!;) Have fun at your first 5k!