Couch to 5k

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Couch to 5K is a running plan for absolute beginners. It was developed by a new runner, Josh Clark, who wanted to help his 50-something mum get off the couch and start running, too.

The plan involves 3 runs a week, with a day of rest in between, and a different schedule for each of the 9 weeks.

Volunteers run Couch to 5K groups through the year, everyone is welcome and you’ll get lots of support to succeed. It is all about encouraging anybody who has the desire and enthusiasm to get more active through running

If you’d like to be added to the interested list for the next group, please email: getactive@n-somerset.gov.uk 

Or you can complete the programme anytime by downloading the NHS Couch to 5K app here: www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/running-and-aerobic-exercises/get-running-with-couch-to-5k/

 

A Talk Club Men’s Couch to 5K programme will be starting in early 2025. Supporting men to become active through running in a friendly and welcoming environment, whilst adopting the Talk Club principles: ‘How Are You? Out of 10’?

Led by qualified UK Athletics Volunteer Leaders.

If you’re interested in coming along, please contact Kira: kira.thorpe@hotmail.com / 07882 474692

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Other running clubs across the area also run Couch to 5K programmes during the year. To find out more go to: https://www.englandathletics.org/find-an-athletics-club/

More information is available on the NHS website: www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/running-and-aerobic-exercises/get-running-with-couch-to-5k/

 

 

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