C25k Jogging/Running Intervals

jenbehe
jenbehe Posts: 110 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Hi everyone - I have a quick question.

I am currently doing the C25K program again (did about half of it a year ago and fell off the wagon). I jog at 5.1 mph and walk at 3.5 mph. Currently, I am doing it 3 times a week, but after each workout I am also doing 10 minutes of running/walking intervals (running at 6.3 and walking at 3.5).

Is this okay? Should I just stick to doing the C25k program and cut out the extra running/walking intervals?


I appreciate the advice!

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  • hbrittingham
    hbrittingham Posts: 2,518 Member
    When I did the C25K, I did way more walking/running intervals than what was on the program. I just didn't feel like I was getting a good enough workout otherwise.
  • jenbehe
    jenbehe Posts: 110 Member
    When I did the C25K, I did way more walking/running intervals than what was on the program. I just didn't feel like I was getting a good enough workout otherwise.

    I feel the same, so I figured I'd just add some faster & shorter intervals to help my progress.
  • mheebner
    mheebner Posts: 285 Member
    I did the same thing when I was doing C25K, until it got more challenging. I felt it prepared me better for the later weeks. I would say if you are not having any pain issues...do it.
  • jenbehe
    jenbehe Posts: 110 Member
    I did the same thing when I was doing C25K, until it got more challenging. I felt it prepared me better for the later weeks. I would say if you are not having any pain issues...do it.

    Okay great! Thank you :).

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