This plan is a good introduction to those that don't run at all yet. It has been designed to get you round your first 5k race, probably with a few short walking breaks. The schedule will take you through six weeks, starting with short runs with walk breaks
Before setting out on an exercise regime you are well advised to visit your doctor for a check-up. A good doctor will be pleased to see you and should give you some advice on setting out – particularly if you have had a health problem like asthma or suffer from carrying excess weight.
On the day of the race, don’t try any food/drinks/gels that you haven’t tried before in training. Stick to what you’re used to.
I’ve competed in running for 23 years going from local primary school races to the 2016 Rio Olympic Games Marathon.
In my view the coach/athlete relationship is at the heart of any successful performance no matter what level the athlete is competing at whether it be full on coaching or just being the sounding board to make sure everything is going to plan. Over the years my coaches have played a vital role in my development and I most certainly wouldn’t have achieved what I have without them.