10K training

Hi there
I too started with doing 5 K (although I run these every day now) and then progressed to 10 K runs. What I basically did was slowly increase the distance I run, so after doing 5 k most mornings, once day simply decided to go for another 10 minutes longer, next few days regular again then one longer again. You have about 3 and 1/2 months left. That gives you about 14 weeks. If you get at least one longer run in every week (week one 6 k, week two 7k, etc) you should have easily reached a few ten K runs by September. I do no more than one 10 K per week to give me that endurance, rest of the time mostly regular 5K or 6 K runs. I avoid the summer heat by going early in the morning, around 5:30 am, Some times the TM also comes in handy to get some faster runs in or tougher inclines. Key is gradual. Be well.

Have you seen this programme?
http://blog.c25kapp.com/about-bridge-to-10k/
I'm in the last week of the C25K, having taken several years off running and have found it a great way to ease back in.B210K may help you make that transition gradually - I think it takes about 6 weeks. Good luck with it!
L.

Try this www.runnersworld.co.uk/beginners/your-first-10k-five-easy-steps/6843-3.html#historysub

I would also recommend getting a HRM with GPS if you can and maybe subscribe to Runkeeper /Map my Run. Just like MFP it's very motivtional to see your runs with both distance and speed increase.

Personally I prefer running off road, less stress on the joints, varied terrain works your body harder and I always try to throw in some hills.

Vary your routes, if you have a regular route do it in reverse.
Vary the type of training e.g. one long run, one interval run and one speed run
10k is starting to be a serious distance, make sure you have the right footwear - normal gym shoes aren't necessarily appropriate, go to a running shop and they can assess your gait. If you don't you could be heading for a whole world of pain.