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Couch to 5k

Author

Ryan Pfeifer

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Length

12 Weeks

Plan Description

This plan is ideal for someone that has not done much exercise previously and has set a goal of running their best 5 km run. The program includes some basic strength exercises to assist in muscle activation, mobility and general conditioning.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Walk x2
3mi 3mi
Day Off x2
—— ——
Run x2
00:39:00 00:58:00
strength x2
00:46:00 01:00:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Walk
3mi 3mi
Day Off
—— ——
Run
00:39:00 00:58:00
strength
00:46:00 01:00:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

All supported devices

Ryan Pfeifer

Top Fitness & Intuitive Training

Our coaching and training methodology incorporates all aspects of training. Ensuring that our clients can improve their speed, strength, endurance and power in order to create a more well-rounded athlete. We also take into account all of the other aspects that life throws at us, which in doing so helps to create a more sustainable approach to coaching and training.


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This plan is protected by our Refund Policy and may, with the author's approval, be exchanged for a plan of equal value from the same author.

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