10 Week 5km Training Plan (Beginner)

Author: Michael Groaning

11 weeks - $21.50
Total Hours: 15
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Just getting into running? This program introduces you to the sport you will love through training for a 5km.

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Sample workouts:

Workout #1 : Other
Welcome to the program!
This program will be an introduction to running by starting with a 5km race. This is for the beginner and will plant the seeds for a lifetime of running.
Workout #2 : Walk
Walk (20 min)
Planned Time: 0:20:00
20 minute walk.
Workout #3 : Other
Efficiency Test
You will need a HR monitor for this test. -Warmup: Jog easily for ~ 10-15 minutes and include 3-4 x 30s "fast" running. -Main set: Take 65% of your max HR (e.g. (220 - age) X 0.65) Slowly run until your HR reaches that target. Hold that HR for 1.5 miles (6 laps) and measure the time. As your training progresses, you should be able to repeat this test and run the 1.5 miles in a faster time. -Cool down: easy jogging and then be sure to stretch out.
Workout #4 : Day Off
Rest Day

Workout #5 : Run
Easy Aerobic Run (30 min)
Planned Time: 0:30:00
-Warm up: 5 minute walk -Main set: 30 minute easy run. This should be a pace where you can comfortably hold a conversation without panting or talking in choppy sentences. -Cool down: 5 minute walk
Workout #6 : Day Off
Rest Day

Workout #7 : Day Off
Rest Day

Workout #8 : Run
Easy Aerobic Run (30 min)
Planned Time: 0:30:00
-Warm up: 5 minute walk -Main set: 30 minute easy run. This should be a pace where you can comfortably hold a conversation without panting or talking in choppy sentences. -Cool down: 5 minute walk
Workout #9 : Day Off
Rest Day