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Absolute Total Beginner Running and Strength

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Absolute Total Beginner Running and Strength

Author

Katherine Maas

Length

6 Weeks

Plan Description

Click below for welcome video from me, your coach, Kate!

https://youtube.com/shorts/0jy3-ivS1WY

This is a very straight forward plan developed for the true beginner and is the perfect balance of independent training plan as well as in touch with the coach with questions when you have them.
I believe training should be effective, but also simple so that you can continue to live your life.

This is a 6-week plan designed for those wishing to start running safely from no experience at all or after a very long break. Prerequisite to start is the ability to walk without pain or injury.

We begin with a run walk program based on RPE (rate of perceived exertion) 2 days per week to get you used to moving, combined with 2 days of gentle body weight exercises to train the musculoskeletal system to support your running. After each walk/run there will be a short 5 minute mobility session. The program builds consistency in short duration.

Since we are using RPE, you do not need a smartwatch. If you do have one, you can connect it to Trainingpeaks so the workouts are automatically uploaded.

At the end of the 6 weeks, you will be able to run for 30 minutes, practice short mobility sessions to support your running and complete two strength sessions per week. Dumbbells or light kettlebell can be included, but not necessary.

I am available by email to answer any questions about the plan. My approach to coaching is holistic -I coach the whole person, not just the athlete. Permanent lasting change comes from taking small consistent every day actions to build habits in regard to nutrition, exercise, mindset and recovery.

If you are looking for support in making small changes in nutrition and lifestyle, please get in touch to book a no obligation discovery call with me.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x2
01:23:00 00:46:00
Other x2
00:14:00 00:06:00
Strength x2
00:40:00 00:20:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
01:23:00 00:46:00
Other
00:14:00 00:06:00
Strength
00:40:00 00:20:00

Training Load By Week



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