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At what point should you be reaching 5k during the 30 mins

I’m on week 4 run 3 set for this evening, the last run I did I finished around 4km

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GrannyhugsGraduate

Only about 10% of graduates reach 5k in 30 minutes. Dont worry at all about speed at all, just go out and enjoy

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Justexistin

I have the same feeling, but it’s all about speed vs endurance. I think I could run a 5k sub 30 minutes, but I know I would probably sustain an injury and end up taking 1 step forward, 5 steps backwards. Week 2, run 2 I did 4.13km in 29:46. I felt awesome though! 🤣

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FluffinessGraduate in reply toJustexistin

Are you following the set programme with interval running? You need to be careful you don't injure yourself and that is a set back!

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Justexistin in reply toFluffiness

Yes, I was. I was still trying to find my pace though. I was obviously running a bit too fast. I have since found an easy way to control my pace using the maximum aerobic function (MAF) test. I concentrate my effort into not letting my heart rate rise above 149 bpm

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Tasha99Graduate

Took me 4 months after graduation

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Gwenllian1Graduate

I'm six months after graduation and still haven't got there. Some do, some don't. Don't worry about it!

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slavebabe

Depends on you, I am only in week two, finding it a push but I am also doing strength training and use a cross trainer to avoid injuries. I thought it was 12 weeks if you follow the advice carefully, but now I’m not sure. Just don’t give up x

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FluffinessGraduate

Its 5k or 30 mins non stop running - so don't worry about it - I think I was 3/4 months after graduating - I would not push your body beyond the programme as it is designed for you to complete and be injury free- it is not a race! Keep enjoying!

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