Treadmill

[Big_maz]

As it gets darker nights some runs I’m going to do at gym I’m on week two just wondered about speed etc to keep me on track thank you

[QueenGreen]

I think I worked out that we need to run at a pace of 6.2mph to complete a 5k in 30 mins. Personally I’m nowhere near that and am struggling on at 5.3mph. Everyone will be different x

[IannodaTruffe Mentor in reply to QueenGreen]

If you are struggling, then slow down.

To graduate you just need to run for thirty minutes three times. You don't have to run 5k in 30 minutes.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

As explained in the guide to the plan healthunlocked.com/couchto5... you need to jog at a pace at which you can still speak aloud clear ungasping sentences as you run. You don't need to know what speed others are doing........it is your journey.

Just adjust the treadmill to your own comfortable pace.

[Big_maz in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thank you I will I plan to run outdoors but just wanted a bit of advice

[Aruba2020 Graduate]

I go on 6 which is a jog for me. I’m definitely not worried about how long it takes just delighted when I complete it!

[Markco93 Graduate]

Start slow and find the right pace for you. There will be a point around 6kmh/4mph when you naturally move from a brisk walk to a jog, use that as a start point and then work up or down. You will find your own correct pace. I found it helpful to add a little incline to the treadmill (1-1.5%), that makes it a little more challenging, but easier to transition back to the road.

[Big_maz in reply to Markco93]

Thank you that’s very helpful