C25K on the treadmill

Amitysk
Amitysk Posts: 705 Member
edited November 2024 in Social Groups
Hi guys!

I am a total noob when it comes to running. One of my goals this year is to run a 5K! I have head such great things about the program and want to try it!

My question is this... Since it's snowy and icy here (I live in Colorado), I would need to start the program on my treadmill. I presume that my brisk walk will be slower than my slow jog right? So am I really messing with the pace on the treadmill every minute as I work through the intervals?

I suppose I may be making a bigger deal out of this than it needs to be...

What do you all suggest?

TIA!

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  • Just_Ceci
    Just_Ceci Posts: 5,926 Member
    You will have to adjust the pace for each interval. This won't be as much of an issue as you progress to longer running times. :smile:

    You should be able to talk while you are running. If not, slow down.

    Be aware that running outside is completely different than running on a treadmill. Once you start running outside, it may be harder (or easier) than running on the treadmill. (I can't run on a treadmill- makes me dizzy!)

    Good luck- you can do this!
  • YoshiCow
    YoshiCow Posts: 77 Member
    I do my C25K on a treadmill. I work at these numbers with an incline of 2 so when I do move to outside running the different inclines won't be as much as a shock... maybe..

    Warm up/Warm down; 3.5
    Walk; 4
    Run 5.6/5.8

  • Amitysk
    Amitysk Posts: 705 Member
    Thank you!
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