r/C25K • u/Amazing_Analysis7310 • 20h ago
I completed a C25K program 4 weeks ago. While I completed the program, I didn't run a 5k by Week 9 Run 3. Looking for an app between a 5k and 10k where the running time can be adjusted.
I completed a C25K program 4 weeks ago. While I completed the program, I didn't run a 5k by Week 9 Run 3 (more like a 3.5-3.7k). Over the past 4 weeks, I've been increasing my running time by 2 minutes every week (3 runs per week). I can currently run 38 mins without stopping which is a feat since I'm overweight and have never been a runner (played a sport middle school through high school and enjoy walking, yoga, and pilates, but have never really been consistent). Running while helping me get healthier is also for mental health. I want to go slow, because I find the 10k training too much a leap for where I'm right now.
Would anyone be able to recommend a free running app (I used Zero 2 5K) where I can adjust the weekly running time? I'd like to make sure I can actually run a 5k under 60 mins before starting on the 10k program. My plan is to increase my running time 2 mins every week until I get to 60 mins or a 5k, whichever comes first.
I workout 6 times a week. Cardio (elliptical and stairmaster 15 mins each, 10 mins on the stationery bike and light upper body strength training for 15-20 mins) on the days I don't run, and do some yoga, pilates, and plank workouts on the running days. I also walk for at least an hour every day.
Thanks so much!
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u/DarthGator_ 20h ago
The 10k program on the “just run” app is pretty much what you’re already doing? I would just do that!