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8-Week Beginner-Level 1 -Couch to 5K Training Program

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8-Week Beginner-Level 1 -Couch to 5K Training Program

Author

Angela Millet

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Length

8 Weeks

Plan Description

This is an easy, beginner Couch to 5K training program designed for those who have little to no experience running or have been sitting on the couch. This program starts with an easy 25 minute walk and continues to build with slow, short intervals of running to ease into the training. The idea is to have a 5K race at the end of the 8 weeks to stay motivated and test your fitness.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Day Off x4
—— ——
Run x3
01:24:00 00:45:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Day Off
—— ——
Run
01:24:00 00:45:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • GPS

All supported devices

Angela Millet

Meaningful Use Coaching, LLC

Recovering Alcoholic turned experienced athlete with 12 yrs of running experience and 8 yrs of triathlon training. I started running in August 2011 with a couch to 5K program and being overweight. I found Triathlon in 2015 and was immediately hooked.
My philosophy is make small steps over a long period of time in the right direction. I hope to help others make a difference in their lives, find purpose, meaning and passion through physical exercise, life balance and embracing new adventures.

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