Workout of the Month: 5K Training Schedule for the Non-Runner

Workout of the Month: 5K Training Schedule for the Non-Runner
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May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Life Fitness is here to encourage ways to be active during May and beyond. Good luck!

Back in high school, I remember thinking running 26.2 miles was unfathomable. I was active in sports like softball and volleyball, but I couldn’t imagine running a 5K, let alone a marathon.

Five years later I did run my first, and only, marathon. It was a great experience and I was quite proud of myself. However, I think I was actually more proud when I finished my first 5K race – I was officially a runner. It was a Turkey Trot and has become an annual tradition for me since. 

Even if 3.1 miles seems impossible, I encourage you to give running a try. Whether it’s outdoors or on the treadmill, follow this schedule and you could be running miles before you know it!

9-Week 5K Training Schedule

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