What is a good plan to start training to run for a 5k?

Question

you could say im a beginner...thanks!

Answer 1

This is a really good website (Runnersworld) It will help a lot: http://www.runnersworld.com/subtopic/0,7...

Answer 2

Well for me...

i Ran a mile every other day for a month so i could build up my endurance. then the second month i ran a mile everyday.

Work on endurance training and run farther and farther and father every so often

REMEMBER!! don't over exert yourself that's when you get into trouble.

Answer 3

I have been running for 8 years now and would recommend the following:

I would strengthen the core: calves, quads, hams, back and abdominal (the "six pack" muscles along with the obleks), chest and arms. But when strengthening these muscles, I would focus more on the muscle endurance not the muscle bulk. For more advice for this, I would consult with a personal trainer. For the running part, I would stay flexible as it helps/contributes to your balance (so do the muscles in your core) but also helps prevent some injuries like pulled muscles and shin splints. Also, I would try to make up a schedule where you can run for X amount of days and try to have a long run. I would start off slowly, running about 2-3 miles per run for the first week and increase my mileage per week. Make sure you have the following: a good diet, hydration, sleep, a good sense on how to take care of your body, and sleep. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Good Luck!!!

Answer 4

oh yea runnersworld is awesome (:

well, for 3.1 miles, i would start running a mile each day, and every week, add a mile. so week 1, run 1 mile every day. week 2, run 2 miles every day. & be sure to take breaks too.like skip sunday or something. and have a little bit of speed workout here & there, and up-tempo runs