10k challenge

[Kegwills]

I've done something silly and signed up for a 10k run in April! I'm rather scared by the thought but also excited. Im not a natural runner and certainly not fast (PB is 5k in 38 mins) but I'm looking forward to the new challenge. Any advice for training would be gratefully received. 😊

[Sandraj39 Graduate]

That is very exciting and you have plenty of time to build up your distance. When did you graduate? If recently then consolidate your 5k first for a few weeks. Then either look for a training plan or do what many of us on here do, which is increase one of your 5k runs turning it in to your weekly long run. If you stick to the 10% rule (that is- only increasing your long run by 10% of your total weekly mileage) you should be ok. Also, as you increase mileage don't forget to also work on core strength and flexibility too. You will find that your speed increases naturally at this stage too. 10k is a great distance to run. Really good luck!☺

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

What Sandra says .......and visit the healthunlocked Bridge to 10k forum.

[Wkdjojo Graduate]

How exciting. I'll be doing the same of I get the nerve. Well done you 👏

[RainbowC Graduate]

Good stuff! You've got lots of time to build up to it, so as Sandra said, consolidate your 5k/30 mins (whichever you're at) for a few weeks, then gradually increase your distance. No need to rush it at all.

10k is a good distance, I think - I did one almost 18 months ago, and am hoping to do one next spring. But since I re-started the c25k in January (and again in April), and haven't managed to get past week 8 yet this year, I'm not entirely certain it'll happen...

[PippiRuns]

Not silly at all! Wonderful! I would say just keep running three times a week, mixing it up a bit, for example two short ones with intervals, hills and strength exercise. And then one long run - starting with for example 5 km if that is your present capacity - and then adding a bit as you move along. Most importantly: Don't injure yourself and ENJOY.

[AuntyTeenTeen Graduate]

I am only just on Wk7 of C25k (and loving it) I have been raving about it so much to my sister that she has signed us both up for the Brighton 10k in April- she hasn't even started running yet!! But we are determined to do it 😆

[Hidden in reply to AuntyTeenTeen]

Oh you must come and join the fb Brighton marathon page facebook.com/events/9152127... for C25kers, there are quite a few of us doing the 10k and even some brave souls who progressed so far from C25k that they're doing the Marathon

[Kegwills Graduate]

Thank you for all your replies and support. Most helpful and all taken in. 😊