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Many consolidate their three runs a week and 5k distance as a starting point. There are the NHS 5k+ podcasts to help: Stepping Stones, Speed and Stamina. Each have their own challenge.
Then once you are ready there are Sami Murphy Bridge to 10k podcasts that many of us have used.
Everyone who aims for 10k (not everyone wishes to), takes different timescales to get there. The thing is to take it steady, listen to and look after your body, and importantly to enjoy the journey.
Congratulations. Getting to 10k need not take long, but a few weeks consolidation at 5k is a good idea. Many people find their first injuries come along when they are not under the guidance of a training plan, so be careful.
Try increasing one run per week by no more than 10% of your weekly total and you should stay away from the injury couch. There is a Healthunlocked forum for those moving up to 10 k.
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