No need for running to be a chore — why not make it fun? Join Session I of 5K training to achieve your goals and change your life!
I’m really excited to announce my first 5K training session of 2018. Ordinarily I kick these off much earlier in the year but given our weather this winter it didn’t seem so feasible. To that end, I’m proud to announce we will officially begin on April 29! The end of session race is the Perfect 10-Miler 5K on July 29.
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5K Training with Coach Rachel
What’s 5K training all about?
Just because you’er a veteran runner doesn’t mean 5K training isn’t for you! 5K training is perfect for beginner runners, those returning to running after injury, and individuals getting back into fitness after some extended time off. We start off slowly and build progressively through the program. For this 5K training program, runners will begin with a run/walk and eventually build up fitness to be able to run 30 minutes without breaks.
Can I participate virtually?
Yes! Anyone can participate! The advantage to being a local runner is that you get to meet for the weekly group runs and boot camp, but as long as you’re willing to put in the work, you can certainly participate from a distance.
Do I have to participate in the race at the end?
It’s good to have a goal to work toward and the race experience is really fun, especially after all those weeks of hard work and sweat! Having said that, you’re under no obligation to participate in the race at the end if it’s not your thing.
How do I sign up for 5K training?
Signing up is super easy. Email me at rachel@runningonhappy.com and we’ll get started!
Help me make this the best session yet by sharing with your friends and family. We’re going to have a great time and I can’t wait to get started. Click here to learn more about me and No Excuses Running. If you have any questions at all about this 5K program or any of my other coaching programs, please reach out via email at rachel@runningonhappy.com.
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I was not a huge fan of 5k’s until I signed up for a race series that was made up of almost all 5ks. I had to run 7 of them so the distance grew on me. I actually really learned to love it!
Training with other runners is the best motivation for new runners. Good luck with your training program! Wish you were a tri coach 🙂 Thanks for the link up today
I’m starting to have fun with shorter distance races again! 5ks and 10ks were the gateway drug for me.
I had forgotten how much fun 5ks were until I issued myself a challenge this spring: run a 5k each month, and try to get faster with each one. I ran the first one, just to get my base time. I have been doing intervals at the track each week. We’ll see how I do!
I think a lot of experienced runners (myself included!!) shun the 5K because the distance is so (relatively) short. It’s only in recent years I have a new respect for it. That said, I have never really followed a 5K training program…maybe that’s why my 5K times are nothing stellar LOL
Well, I’m kind of participating in one right now. As a mentor. 🙂
I really love to run with someone, and I don’t get to do so often, due to a variety of circumstances.
One of my goals for this year is to race a 5K – I started racing with 10Ks so I need to do the shorter distance to see what it’s like!
I don’t do races because I am so not competitive. However, I did tell my husband the other day that I would be 1000% okay with running a 1/2 marathon with him. He doesn’t believe me so maybe one day I should just surprise him and sign us both up LOL!
I love this – what a great way to get people involved. I’d love to set up something similar in my hometown once all this snow clears 😉
Group workouts definitely hold me more accountable and push me when I want to give up! It definitely happened in my intense yoga class this morning, when I was doing vinyasa burpees. Seeing everyone else sweating it out and pushing themselves…Helped me push myself!
This is great! I am not much for the 5K these days… While I have the stamina to run a long time, I can’t push myself HARD for a short time (unless it is for intervals)…ha!
this is such a cool option for people! hope you get a great group together!
Sounds like a great time! Will pass along to my runner friends!
Your training program sounds great! I’ll be sure to spread the news!
Looks like a great training opportunity for sure. I’m not a runner, but could see how this would be very helpful for those who are.
This is great! I used to love running 5ks! Well, I still do, but I don’t worry so much about my time anymore. 🙂
The training opportunity sounds great! Hope it all goes well!
That’s awesome, Rachel! Group training sessions are so much more powerful than than trying to get out there on your own. Have fun!
Sounds like a great program! Hope it is everything you hope!
I don’t know that I’ve done a 5K training program before, at least nothing beyond a Couch-2-5K type thing. I focus more on longer distances, so I don’t pay as much attention to the shorter ones. ‘
Good luck!
This is an excellent way to get someone into the world of running races!! Best of luck.
This is such a cool training opportunity! It’s always more fun with a group of friends cheering each other on! :]
This sounds awesome! I love all the work you’ve been doing lately 🙂