Couch To 5k - 8 Week Plan for Non-Runners
Couch To 5k - 8 Week Plan for Non-Runners
Length
8 Weeks
Plan Description
Our Couch to 5k 8 Week Training Plan is our classic training plan for new runners looking to nail their first 5k.
This plan is designed specifically for non-runners. If you’ve go no running experience, or haven’t run for years and years . . . this is the plan for you!
Start off every workout with 5 minutes of brisk walking and preferably some dynamic stretching.
Don’t worry AT ALL about your running speed. Even if you’re just shuffling forward, the important thing is to keep going for the assigned time interval – just keep going!
If you’re feeling burned out or feeling aches and pains, take a day off – and if you want to, repeat a week instead of cranking up the intensity.
Try to get in 3 short cross training sessions per week: ideally weightlifting for runners, yoga, or some form of strength/mobility work!
Check out https://marathonhandbook.com/couch-to-5k-training-plan for more info and tips for your 5k journey!
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
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Day Off
x4
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Run
x3
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01:15:00 | 00:42:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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01:15:00 | 00:42:00 |
Training Load By Week
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