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Couch to 5K: A Beginner Running Plan That Works

September 24, 2026 by Sarah Mitchell
An adult jogs at an easy pace along a flat park path, viewed from behind.

A nine-week couch to 5K schedule with run/walk intervals, how to pace, what shoes and warm-up you need, and how to handle shin pain and missed weeks.

Categories Fitness & Exercise Tags beginners, couch to 5k, injury prevention, running, training plan

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