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5Km Beginner

Author

Victor Hugo Moreno Contreras

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Length

6 Weeks

Plan Description

6-Week Beginner 5K Training Plan
Are you ready to run your first 5K or improve your performance? This 6-week training plan is perfect for beginners looking to build endurance, gain confidence, and cross the finish line strong. Designed to fit into your busy schedule, the program focuses on progression, strength, and running fundamentals to set you up for success.

What’s Included?
✅ Beginner-Friendly Sessions: Easy-to-follow runs and exercises designed for new runners.
✅ Gradual Progression: Increase your stamina week by week without overtraining.
✅ Instant Access: Start your program immediately after purchase.
✅ Strength Workouts: Simple routines to improve stability and prevent injuries.
✅ Supportive Resources: Linked videos for technique, strength exercises, and weekly motivation tips.
✅ Race Day Checklist: Everything you need to prepare for your 5K.

Program Highlights
💡 Duration: 6 weeks.
🕒 Training Time: 3 to 5 hours per week.
🏃 Sessions:

4 to 5 sessions per week, including easy runs, walk/run intervals, and strength workouts.
Longest workout: 50 minutes (weekend).
Includes rest days for recovery and steady progress.
What Will You Gain?
🏃‍♀️ Endurance: Go from walk/run intervals to completing a 5K.
💪 Strength: Build core stability and reduce injury risk with strength-focused sessions.
🎯 Confidence: Feel prepared, capable, and ready to take on race day.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x3
01:57:00 00:45:00
Strength x2
01:13:00 00:40:00
Day Off x1
—— ——
Walk x1
00:55:00 00:50:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
01:57:00 00:45:00
Strength
01:13:00 00:40:00
Day Off
—— ——
Walk
00:55:00 00:50:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor

All supported devices

Victor Hugo Moreno Contreras

Minimuri Endurance

¡Hola!
Soy Víctor Hugo, entrenador especializado en triatlón, running y trail running, con más de 20 años de experiencia ayudando a atletas de todos los niveles. Mis planes de entrenamiento están diseñados para adaptarse a tu nivel y tiempo disponible, con un enfoque en la progresión segura, eficiencia aeróbica y equilibrio entre deporte y vida diaria. Juntos alcanzaremos tus objetivos disfrutando del proceso y cuidando tu bienestar.


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