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10k Training Program
A Guide On Setting And Creating A Running Training Program
Runner Training
Training is an important aspect of being a runner. Whether you are a beginner and you are looking to increase your stamina or you've been running for a while and want to run faster or train for an event such as a marathon, training is something that is an essential part of the sport.
There is an art to choosing a good training program. The program you choose will depend on your goals and your needs. Here is some advice that will help you find a runner training program that will work for you.
Decide on Your Goals
The first step to choosing a runner training program is to decide on your goals. If you are a beginner, your training program will look a lot different than someone who is running their third marathon.
Sometimes a goal will be personal such as a desire to run five miles without stopping to rest. Other times a goal will be focused on an event such as running a 10K or a marathon. And often, people will run to help them lose weight or to build up their overall state of health.
Once you decide on your goals, write them down and put them in places where you can see them often. Turn the goal statements into affirmations and recite them a few times each day. For example, if you want to use running to help you lose ten pounds, your affirmation could be: "Running is helping me lose ten pounds."
Choose a Program
Based on your list of goals, you are ready to choose or develop a runner training program that will work for you. If you need help, consult with someone who has more experience than you.
For example, if your goal is to run a marathon, you will want to choose a training schedule that will help you run a successful race. But, there are so many programs out there that it can be difficult choosing the one that is right for you. A beginning marathon runner will not follow the same program as someone who is racing in their fifth marathon.
In general, look for a runner training program that is a little challenging but not out of your reach. You don't want to get discouraged and then give up.
Stick With It
You can spend a lot of time setting goals and fining a training program, but if you don't stick with it, your efforts will not mean anything. Everyone has different ways of finding their motivation. Once you find what motivates you, sticking with your training plan will get much easier.
It takes a while to establish a routine. Before a routine is in place, you may feel disorganized or unmotivated. Give yourself a few weeks to establish a good routine before you start getting discouraged. Often, the routine will make you more motivated.
Gray Rollins is a featured writer for TheRunnersGuide.com. Learn more about marathon training and check out our mental training for runners section. Article Source: ArticlesBase.com
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Calf Pain while running? (Answers: 8) (Comments: 0)
Fairly new to running. Started training for a 5K about 2 months ago. Running 100% on Treadmill using the 5K and 10K training programs. I do this about 3 times per week. In between, I Spin or workout with little running. Recently, about 2 miles in, my left calf (upper left back) tightens up to the point of pain and I need to stop. Afterwards, I am limping around for the day. Next day, no issues, some tenderness, soreness etc but for the most part I'm ok. I ran my 1st 5K yesterday and although I finished, did need to walk in areas of higher inclines (more painful on the incline). Afterward, i was useless. Slight swelling, Pain all day and for the most part, kept it elevated and rested. I am pretty sure it is all muscle related but can not figure out how to overcome this.
I believe I stretch properly and am trying to determine if the issue is with my stretching routine, the treadmill, the way I run, my shoes (running) or the inclines.
I am finally to a point where I enjoy running and would hate to have this issue slow me down.
Any help is greatly appreciated.
Updating based on questions.
I've been working out for years - 3-4x a week, mostly weights, spin etc. As for running, very little but always warmed up on treadmill for 15-20 minutes without issues.
6'ft 200 lbs.
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When I stand up, I get really light-headed and get an instant headache.? (Answers: 6) (Comments: 0)
When I get up from a chair, or any seated,reclined, or laying down position, or if I go up or down the stairs too quickly I get a headache, that seems to stem from my temple. I also feel very light headed. It's so bad that it throws off my balance sometimes, and I fall sometimes. I am a naturally clumsy person, for the most part. But this sensation is new. I recently moved back home, because I am on vacation from college, also I just started a pretty vigorous 10k training program as well as a lifting regiment. I'm not sure what is going on, but I don't think it's good. Any advice you could give me, or anything would be much appreciated.
Edit: This just started happening, like within the last two weeks. I can't remember if I put that in or not.
Second edit: I don't get very tired. I have spouts of it, but i usually bounce back really quickly. Also, I've started taking mulit-vitamins, those 1 a day teen advantage things.
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help with speed in my running? (Answers: 7) (Comments: 0)
Ive got a 10k training programme off runners world which calculates what pace i should be doing speed sessions etc based on my 5k race.
I did a 5k race in 25.50 so it says when i do a speed session do 6x800 metres with 400 recoveries in between at a 3.59 pace.I think 3.59 is way to fast there is no way i can run that fast.Ive ran as fast as io can in the past and that was only 6-7min pace.
Any advice on what to do.
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Do you know of any 10K training programs? (Answers: 3) (Comments: 1)
I'm a competitive runner. I participate in running events every year. My next event I have is in March and it is a 10K. I'm super excited, but my runs are getting a little boring. Do you know of any benefitial training programs that I could use to put some variety in my running?
Thank you in advance!:)
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