JuJu's Magic -- really 15 min & order?

[Flattttt]

I'm coming up on completing my C25K,

and then I'll be doing 3 weeks of consolidation runs.

So, heading into JuJu's, for the plan I've been on, I'll have 4 weeks in a row of 3 x 30 minute runs.

Should I be starting in week 1 of JuJu's plan, i.e. doing a 15 minute run in week 1? Just making sure that I'm truly supposed to run FEWER minutes i.e. 15 instead of my usual 30 at that point.

Also -- the sheet says to run in any order. To be clear...Does that mean I can run

Mon W1R1 35 min

Tue Off

Wed W1R2 30 min

Th - off

Fri - W1R3 15 Min

Sat - Off

Sun - Off

Or..even 35 - 15 - 30 (that sounds even better to me...)

Is anyone doing it like that? What do you like about it?

Is anyone doing shortest run first - why do you like that ?

I ask because -- As I wrap up C25K, it seems i do better with the first run as longest (i.e the one that comes directly after 2 rest days.

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate10]

Congratulations on almost completing C25K, not long now until you graduate, Good luck, I wish you all the best for your graduation run.

After you graduate run several 30 minute consolidation runs before you think of what you want to next, one of those is the Ju Ju's Magic 10, run them as near as possible to the plan, you can vary it a little if you want to.

Your plan above looks OK to me.

PS before you do that plan, try the Stepping stones podcasts with Laura, they are pace, speed and stamina.

[Flattttt in reply to AlMorr]

Re:congrats

-- Thank you! It's is thrilling. I'm started at 30 second runs, my max at the time, So I really appreciate celebrating my progress!

Re: JuJu's

-- I think you're saying....try to do JuJu's as written (Correct me if I’m wrong.)....but my varation is also fine.

Re: Steppung Stones

-- thanks for the tip Will do! I listened to one of them this evening while sitting at the computer to check it out, it sounds really really good.

To be clear, I’m a fairly slow runner. With a modest uphill grade I average 13.3 minutes per mile I checked that tonight.

Am I correct that it’s better to run after you 150 bpm / 150 steps per minute in the podcast anyway, which for me would mean taking very small steps I suppose? (I've been truly to stay in Zone 2).

I guess another way to ask it is, is it more important to stay in zone two, which is my presumption, or are you suggesting that I increase my speed even if it means sacrificing being in zone two? Effort zone to you too is critical for a building mitochondria so I just want to make sure I’m doing the right thing.

Thanks

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate10 in reply to Flattttt]

You should feel comfortable when running, don't overdo it, I don't have that app about zones, I think zone two would suit you for comfort, the main thing is for you to enjoy your runs.

[Flattttt in reply to AlMorr]

Ahh, That’s great advice thanks.

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate10 in reply to Flattttt]

I love your username, Fla with FIVE T's. good one.

[Grannyhugs Graduate10]

Welcome, and yes you have the plan correct. As AlMorr says you can use stepping stones etc as part of the plan. Other options could be try a tricky hill for the short run. Mix it up. I did b210k through early winter so miserable weather meant short run day🤣 happy running 🤗

[ju-ju- Graduate10]

Just replied to your other post before seeing this... apologies. So huge well done on nearly graduating And yes I agree, do some consolidation runs in zone 2 ( just read your other post about this) to get comfortable with running 5k, then yes do start the plan in that order if that suits. The 15 minute run is designed for you to use it as a possible interval session or rest. As the plan moves on and you do longer distances, the body needs to adjust, and we also need to respect the 10% rule. Doing an interval session is a great way to have some fun and build on your fitness levels too. Keep us posted on how you are doing

[Flattttt in reply to ju-ju-]

Will do. Thank you so much for this reply