Beginners 10 Week Training Schedule.  Prepare for the Larwood 10K race.

Have you always wanted to take part in a running event or do you want a worthwhile target to improve your fitness?  Use this 10 week schedule to achieve your aim.

The Larwood 10K is a race designed for established runners and beginners alike.  You will be encouraged along the way and rewarded at the end with the satisfaction of knowing you have completed your first 10K race. 

 Follow this beginners schedule to gently build up your fitness to be race ready.

 This schedule is only a guide and if at any time you feel the schedule is too much, slow down or rest.  Listen to your body and don’t ignore aches and pains. 

 The schedule starts with walking at a good stride- this should raise your heart rate and make you feel like you are working hard.  The schedule then increases the jogging time and reduces the walking until you are able to run the whole session.  Too many beginners set off and try to run before they can walk,  this leaves them feeling demoralised and increases the likelihood of not trying again.  Remember build firm foundations for ultimate success.

 There are three sessions a week- you can do the sessions on whatever days you can fit them in but usually take at least one rest day in-between.  This allows your muscles time to recover and get stronger. Take a walk for anytime during the jog sessions if it feels too hard.

 The Schedule