How to plan runs

[kez31]

Hey all, I am on week 3, but repeated week 2 so been doing couch to 5k 4 weeks. I am still struggling to plan runs. I can only go when my husband is home to have my 2 year old and around work too so normally end up doing 3 runs kind of quite close together (with 1 day rest days) and then have a few days break. I almost feel like I'm starting back again then. How do people plan their runs? And also is there a better time? I normally do in the evening, have done 1 in the morning but struggled? I'm assuming there is no right answer lol but just wanted some ideas mostly 😁

[damienair Graduate]

Generally I just pick 3 set days. Monday and Wednesday evenings and then Parkrun on Saturday morning. But some weeks need to be adjusted. Didn’t get out running this week as I did a long run on Sunday and was away with work until last night. So I’ll get out for a run today and Saturday plus Sunday morning. It makes it easier if you can pick set days but life can get in the way.

Damien

[Meedeb Graduate]

Hi kez31 - well done for getting to W3. There’s no hard and fast rule but what is most important is that you have a rest day in between runs, hydrate really well the day before your run and try for 3 runs a week.

I’m on W6 but weeks 3 and 4 I only managed 2 runs due to work commitments etc.

Last week I ran on Monday then Thursday then Sunday. It’s just how the week worked out. Maybe look at it week by week, I see what my work load for the following week is and plan that way.

You’re getting out the door and that’s great. If you prefer running in the afternoon great, I prefer morning but if I can only fit in an afternoon that’s when I go. Hope this helps and isn’t as clear as mud. Happy running and keep us posted. 🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

I run early... for me, it is best part of the day.. usually Tuesday...Friday and Sunday...but patterns change... I now care for my granddaughter Tuesday and Wednesday.. so days and runs get changed..She arrives at 7 a.m. so If I get a want to get a run in on those days, I do it at about 5.45 and it is a short one

So I mix and match.. Monday... Thursday and Saturday..or, and only because I have been running for nearly fur years.. I do a long run Sunday... sneak in a short run on Monday and then it would be Thursday or Friday again...

As long as you have at least one rest day in between runs then you are fine Also, though you may value your time alone.. there are some great running buggies out there.. even 2nd hand and they are ideal for running with small one... I use mine on days when I just need a quick leg stretch... small one loves it She is two and a half.

[backintime Graduate]

I get up at 5am twice a week to fit in my weekday runs and the first day of a new week is always on Sunday when I have more time and a 2 day break after if I find r1 of a new week hard.

I have trouble running after I've eaten so I always run straight after getting back with the dogs and before breakfast.

Find what works for you, mix and match if you need to, if a week takes 8 or 9 days to finish, don't sweat it. At least you're out there !

[Kevtrev]

I like to give myself 2 days after then I do my next run and it’s work for me and my next run is W8R3 I’ve even had 5 days and carried on we’re I left of after having a few days away hope that helps 😉🏃🏻‍♂️

[CookieM Graduate]

At the moment I'm averaging 2 runs a week due to other commitments - one mid-week and one at the weekend. Still able to progress through the program - reached the end of week 6 today.....what ever works for you, as long as you don't miss any out!