Post C25K

[SnailRunner71]

As I'm getting towards the end of the app, am planning ahead. Going to do a few weeks of 5K, not timed, just distance. Just want to know those that have completed it & are continuing to run, do you still have 5 mins walking either end?

Thanks

[cheekychipmunks Graduate]

Well done for nearing the end of the programme. Incredible feeling isn’t it? 😀

You’re doing the right thing after as most people consolidate their 3 x 30 minutes for a few weeks before moving on to faster/longer/both, and I for one still do at least 5 minutes of walking either end. Usually more, as I have my dog with me. 🏃‍♀️🐕❤️

Enjoy your running SnailRunner, and good luck with graduating! 👏👏

[SnailRunner71 Graduate in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thank you. 4 runs to go! Hoping to get out this afternoon.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Warming up is absolutely crucial to get muscles ready for action, or you increase your injury risk.

Elite athletes do it, so should we.

Cool down is a bit more contentious, although I personally still finish every run with a cool down walk and a stretching regime to help realign muscles and tweak them while supple and flexible.

[Katnap Graduate]

Definitely continue to add 5 minutes warm up and warm down.

I don't turn on / stop / record my run until I'm well away from home.

I sometimes add a short and slow 1 minute jog to remind my body what to do before a longer run.

Hope this helps? 😸

[Wenders3 Graduate]

Well done on your achievements so far - I ‘graduated’ last weekend and am doing exactly what you plan. Running for 5k x 3 each week. I take my dogs and yes I start /finish with 5 minute walk to warm up/cool down. Good luck for your next few runs ...it’s an amazing feeling! 🏃🏻‍♀️😉

[SnailRunner71 Graduate in reply to Wenders3]

Thank you