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5k Training Plan - Beginner (6 weeks)

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5k Training Plan - Beginner (6 weeks)

Author

Stacy Musunuru

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Length

6 Weeks

Plan Description

This is a 6-week 5k training plan for beginners.
This plan incorporates both run and walking intervals to help ease the body into running.
If you already run for at least 30 mins on three days a week, then you will want to move onto to the Intermediate 5k plan.

Athlete must be injury free and physically and medically cleared by a physician to start this training program. Be sure to always consult with your doctor before starting a new exercise program and/or activity.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x3
01:40:00 00:43:00
Day Off x3
—— ——
Walk x1
00:22:00 00:30:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
01:40:00 00:43:00
Day Off
—— ——
Walk
00:22:00 00:30:00

Training Load By Week


Stacy Musunuru MS, CSCS

Golden Tri Team

Stacy is one of 250 Level II USAT certified coaches in the country. She has more than 12 years of coaching experience and 15 years of racing experience. She enjoys coaching athletes, beginner to advanced, to achieve their racing goals. Stacy has a background in higher education teaching kinesiology for more than a decade. She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and feels strength is a key component in an athlete's health and performance.


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