I’m wondering now is four 5ks a week too many 1 every other day, or should I do a couple of shorter runs. The last couple of 5ks have been tough. Am I doing to many? Having completed the course. I’m just doing 5ks every week. Should I vary each week
To many 5ks?: I’m wondering now is four 5ks a... - Couch to 5K
To many 5ks?
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I think you should vary it, I only run twice a week, a 5K on a Saturday and up to recently several longer runs, including ten miles on a Wednesday
You sound to me that you are getting a little bored running 4/5Ks every other day, cut it down to 3 runs a week, say 2/5Ks or a 3K with a 3rd longer run, not sure if you wish to run a 10K.
Thanks I think really sound advice.
I’m 64 now so not thinking at moment of doing longer runs just want to get healthier for the future. Thanks again
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Bridge to 10k. Go on the other forum and look for the magic plan in the pinned posts. 3 runs a week is enough for now.
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I think you should do what you enjoy doing and if the 5ks are getting tough then mixing it up will provide variety.
There are no rules (apart from the 10% rule) so have some fun and remember if a run is getting tough, you can always slow down.
Thanks I might try shorter but try and get a little faster once a week