"The journey of 1000 miles, begins with a single step."
"Strength does not come from what you can do. It comes from overcoming what you once thought you couldn't do."
"In running it doesn't matter if you came if first, in last or in the middle of he pack. You can say, 'I have finished' and there is a lot in that!"
TRAINING FOR YOUR FIRST 5K? We are here to help!
First of all "WAY TO GO!" Just thinking about running or walking a 5k is exciting for you and your body!!
Step 1, COMMIT: Sign up today for Haley's Comet Run. By doing this you will pay the discounted entry fee, more importantly, it will give you the extra incentive to keep you accountable for your training.
Step 2, PREPARE: 1) Determine your training plan based on your fitness level. Below we have shared a beginner's training schedule as well as links to some of our favorite training sites. 2) Make sure you have the right shoes. These should not be run down or ill-fitting, and should be supportive for your needs. Email us if you'd like some advice! 3) Remember to listen to your body along the way, slow and steady training will get you to race day. 4) Find a friend to join you! Having a training partner or many, is a great motivator to keep you going!!
Step 3, TRAIN:
For each day below, training distance or time can be accomplished by walking, run-walking (walk for 40 seconds, run for 20 seconds), or running. Additional cross training, and stretching is also encouraged throughout the training weeks.
WEEK 1
SUNDAY: 1/2 mile, or 10 minutes
TUESDAY: 1 mile or 15 minutes
THURSDAY: 1 mile or 15 minutes
SATURDAY: 1.5 miles or 25 minutes
WEEK 2
TUESDAY: 1.5 miles or 25 minutes
THURSDAY: 2 miles or 30 minutes
SATURDAY: 2 miles or 30 minutes
WEEK 3
TUESDAY: 2 miles or 30 minutes
THURSDAY: 2.5 miles or 35 minutes
SATURDAY: 2.5 miles or 35 minutes
WEEK 4
TUESDAY: 2.75 miles or 40 minutes
THURSDAY: 2.0 miles or 30 minutes
SATURDAY: 3.0 miles or 45 minutes
WEEK 5
TUESDAY: 2.5 miles or 35 minutes
THURSDAY: 2.0 miles or 30 minutes
SATURDAY, JUNE 3rd: RACE DAY!!!
First of all "WAY TO GO!" Just thinking about running or walking a 5k is exciting for you and your body!!
Step 1, COMMIT: Sign up today for Haley's Comet Run. By doing this you will pay the discounted entry fee, more importantly, it will give you the extra incentive to keep you accountable for your training.
Step 2, PREPARE: 1) Determine your training plan based on your fitness level. Below we have shared a beginner's training schedule as well as links to some of our favorite training sites. 2) Make sure you have the right shoes. These should not be run down or ill-fitting, and should be supportive for your needs. Email us if you'd like some advice! 3) Remember to listen to your body along the way, slow and steady training will get you to race day. 4) Find a friend to join you! Having a training partner or many, is a great motivator to keep you going!!
Step 3, TRAIN:
For each day below, training distance or time can be accomplished by walking, run-walking (walk for 40 seconds, run for 20 seconds), or running. Additional cross training, and stretching is also encouraged throughout the training weeks.
WEEK 1
SUNDAY: 1/2 mile, or 10 minutes
TUESDAY: 1 mile or 15 minutes
THURSDAY: 1 mile or 15 minutes
SATURDAY: 1.5 miles or 25 minutes
WEEK 2
TUESDAY: 1.5 miles or 25 minutes
THURSDAY: 2 miles or 30 minutes
SATURDAY: 2 miles or 30 minutes
WEEK 3
TUESDAY: 2 miles or 30 minutes
THURSDAY: 2.5 miles or 35 minutes
SATURDAY: 2.5 miles or 35 minutes
WEEK 4
TUESDAY: 2.75 miles or 40 minutes
THURSDAY: 2.0 miles or 30 minutes
SATURDAY: 3.0 miles or 45 minutes
WEEK 5
TUESDAY: 2.5 miles or 35 minutes
THURSDAY: 2.0 miles or 30 minutes
SATURDAY, JUNE 3rd: RACE DAY!!!