From Nothing to 5K in 8 Just Weeks – Infographic

July 7, 2016

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If you dream of running a marathon, but you’re not even sure you can run, this handy infographic is definitely for you. Dreams can become a reality if you follow this really easy training plan from The Running Bug, and you may find yourself running your first 5K in just 8 weeks.

Infographic transcript

Beginners 5K training plan: from the couch to 5K in just 8 weeks

If you’re determined to start running but are struggling to get off the couch then this is the perfect plan for you. Simply follow this plan day by day to build up your confidence and stamina and say hello to a happier, healthier you!

Week 1

Monday – Rest

Tuesday – 18 minutes

Wednesday – Rest

Thursday – 24 minutes

Friday – Rest

Saturday – Rest

Sunday – 24 minutes

Week 2

Monday – Rest

Tuesday – 24 minutes

Wednesday – Rest

Thursday – 24 minutes

Friday – Rest

Saturday – Rest

Sunday – 25 minutes

Week 3

Monday – Rest

Tuesday – 28 minutes

Wednesday – Rest

Thursday – 30 minutes

Friday – Rest

Saturday – Rest

Sunday – 24-32 minutes

Week 4

Monday – Rest

Tuesday – 27 minutes

Wednesday – Rest

Thursday – 30 minutes

Friday – Rest

Saturday – Rest

Sunday – 33 minutes

Week 5

Monday – Rest

Tuesday – 24 minutes

Wednesday – Rest

Thursday – 28 minutes

Friday – Rest

Saturday – Rest

Sunday – 36 minutes

Week 6

Monday – Rest

Tuesday – 28 minutes

Wednesday – Rest

Thursday – 28 minutes

Friday – Rest

Saturday – Rest

Sunday – 23 minutes

Week 7

Monday – Rest

Tuesday – 28 minutes

Wednesday – Rest

Thursday – 25 minutes

Friday – Rest

Saturday – Rest

Sunday – 25 minutes

Week 8

Monday – Rest

Tuesday – 28-30 minutes

Wednesday – Rest

Thursday – 25 minutes

Friday – Rest

Saturday – Rest

Sunday – 5K