Couch to 1 mile run

If you are new to running, or just thinking about starting to run, training for a 5k is a good place to start. The Couch to 5k (C25K) training program can help you go from not running at all to being able to complete 3.1 miles or 5k of running. Other than the actual training plan, there are also some things you should know when you are doing Couch to 5k training.

Our couch to 5k plan is the ultimate free beginners running program. Within a few weeks, you'll go from non-runner to running a 5k non-stop! Within a few weeks, you'll go from considering yourself a non-runner to being able to run a complete 5k distance. A 5k (that's 5 kilometers, or 5,000 meters) is equivalent to 3.1 miles. It's a great distance to have as your first running race or distance goal, because it's highly achievable for most people within less than 8 weeks.

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We had a blast at the Color Me Rad 5k, and the Color Me Pink 5k this year. It was a lot of fun, but one thing I wasn’t so proud of was the amount of time I spent walking instead of … Continue reading →

Couch To 5K Plan is a running program for complete beginners to get you from the couch to running 5K. Free 9 & 6-week program. Find out if it's good for weight loss and the Pros & Cons of Couch To 5K

This four-week 1-mile training program is designed for total beginner run/walkers who want to build up to run a mile without stopping.

It's time to whip yourself into shape. No matter how out of shape you are, there is always a way to head down the road to a healthier lifestyle. I applaud you for this. Where do you begin? 'How to run 1 mile when you're out of shape?' is a common question asked by new runners. Depending on what advice you take, it could make or break your future running career. How to run one mile when you're out of shape? First, you need to assess how out of shape you are and your current fitness level…

Go From Couch Potato To 5k Runner In 10 Weeks 😃

Ready to go from run walk to a running a mile without breaks? Here's 10 key tips and a basic plan framework to make it happen.