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Couch to 5K / Beginner Running

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What is Couch 2 5k?

The official plan consists of ever-increasing intervals of running, interspersed with fast walking. It also relies on rest days to allow your body to build strength. The official plan takes 9 weeks in total to get you from absolutely no running ability, to running 5K non-stop. Other similar plans are available that may take a longer or shorter time to complete.

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Here’s What Beginners Need To Know About Running Form (www.womensrunning.com)
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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

Terrible prose makes me think its written by AI and with no copy editor.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

tl;dr:

  • don't look at your feet but 10-30 feet in front of you (5-10m ?)
  • stand upright, « run tall »
  • swing your arms but keep them to the sides, not in front of your belly
  • have the same rhythm and stride on both sides

Thanks for sharing this advice!