Need some extra motivation to get started? Signing up for a race this summer can be the perfect solution. Sign up early for the race so you can start training now, write up a plan that will not only leave you prepared for race day but keep you active each week. Having an end goal will actually help you stick to your workouts, cause chances are you don't want to show up on race day un-prepared. So sign up today and get moving.
Sign up with Friends or Family: Signing up for a race with friends and family is not only fun, but is the perfect motivation to keep going.
Pay: Find a race that costs money, so that you have some skin in the game to make your money worth it.
Find a Plan: You don't have to reinvent the wheel, if you don't know where to begin, google 5K training plans. There are hundreds of training plans available online that will prepare you for race day. Choose the one that's right for you. If you want to join us on iFit come join our Runner's World 5K Training Programs.
Dress the Part: Make sure you have good shoes and workout clothes that are comfortable. Choosing the right shoes can help you run better and decrease your chances of injury. Our favorite shoes to run in are Altra Footwear.
Eating & Drinking: Make sure you are fueling your body with proper hydration and food.
Go at your Own Pace: Whether you are running or walking the 5K, don't overdue it. Have fun, be healthy and always remember YOU ARE YOUR ONLY COMPETITION.
Have fun and Good luck!
Suggested Workouts
This eight-week plan is designed to help you cross the finish line at a 5K in 30 minutes or less. The program includes a weekly build-up of miles, with interval running days mid-week and long distance runs at the end of each week. Each workout includes programmed speed, incline/decline and distance to prepare you to reach your time goal come race day.
This eight-week plan is designed to help you cross the finish line at a 5K in 25 minutes or less. The program includes a weekly build-up of miles, with interval running days mid-week and long distance runs at the end of each week. Each workout includes programmed speed, incline/decline and distance to prepare you to reach your time goal come race day.
This eight-week plan is designed to help you cross the finish line at a 5K in 20 minutes or less. The program includes a weekly build-up of miles, with interval running days mid-week and long distance runs at the end of each week. Each workout includes programmed speed, incline/decline and distance to prepare you to reach your time goal come race day.
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