With an increasing number of people taking up running as we hit summer, 5k runs have become more popular than ever. The short, manageable distance can be achieved by anyone who puts their mind to it and they provide people with the running foundations to run greater distances in the future.
Emily Cole, master trainer at Virgin active Walbrook, one of the sponsors of the world famous 5k, The Color Run Presented by Skittles, provides her ten top tips for those looking to train towards a 5k.
The 5K Color Run has become a global sensation ©The 5K Color Run has become a global sensation
a. Two strength session per week
b. Three run sessions per week. The run session do not have to be any longer than 30 minutes at a time
c. Two rest days in between