Start Walk-Run Intervals
30 minutesAlternate walking and jogging to build aerobic base without injury.
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Alternate walking and jogging to build aerobic base without injury.
Log total minutes and estimate training load as you add running intervals.
Introduce short intervals once you can run 20 minutes continuously.
Use recent time trials to set a realistic 5K goal pace.
Taper volume and plan race morning pacing.
8-week progression from walk-run to 30 min continuous running.
Most beginners run easy days too fast — slow down to build endurance.
Sharp joint pain means rest — not push through.