What’s the most effective way to get from 5 to 10k?

[Bostonlandy]

I’ve got one more run in the c25k programme. Truth be told I’m already running 6k. I want to get to 10k - any tips on how to bridge the gap? Thanks.

[Buddy34 Graduate10]

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[Bostonlandy in reply to Buddy34]

Thanks. Looks like a good plan

[K8nno Graduate10]

I kept on with 2x5k runs per week and then extended my third run by 1k each week and before I knew it, I was running 1x10k and 2x5k per week. You’ll get such a buzz when you get there.

[Bostonlandy in reply to K8nno]

Thanks. I have been extending my distances, but having an issue increasing my speed!

[GoGo_JoJo Graduate10 in reply to Bostonlandy]

If you're already achieving 6k in 30 mins then you have no issue with speed. Just be careful not to push too hard too soon...👍🏻

[Bladerunner2049 Graduate10]

I’ve recently started a Garmin coach plan to get me, gently, to 10k. I find it keeps me motivated.

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate]

I don’t know and there are a lot of answers already i just want to say that i’m slowly increasing without trying both distance and speed

Have fun

[paulmeister Graduate10]

I just kept adding 5 more minutes on to the end of my runs when I felt it was doable and they soon passed the 10k mark.

[Speedy60 Graduate10]

I consolidated for a few weeks, then mixed it up a bit. Shorter fast runs, hill runs and pushing a bit further once a week. The rule of thumb is no more than 10% increase at a time.

Good luck