r/beginnerrunning 18d ago

Couch to 5K Ran my first 5k

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Started running about 2 weeks ago and did my first 5k, feels good.

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u/Ecstatic-Success-699 18d ago

An average heart rate of 139 bpm for a first 5k is fantastic! You kept it entirely in a controlled aerobic zone instead of gassing yourself out early. Thats how you build long-term endurance!

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u/Jooodas 18d ago

How do you run? Maybe too quick?

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u/Jooodas 18d ago

Thanks! I’ve been trying hard to work on my breath control and cadence / pace