I was volunteering at a half-marathon last spring and was suddenly inspired by the idea that if I ran a 5k in July, I could get my kids motivated to run it with me. Both are cross-country runners who don't train nearly enough during the summer. I know that my sister-in-law used an app to get ready for a 5k, so I researched similar apps and downloaded 5K Runner. The trial version only covers three training runs, so I did end up spending a small amount for the full version.
The idea is to run a 5K after 8 weeks of training. The app starts with a mix of walking and running, and it tells you when to walk and run. I had to change my route away from busy streets, because I can't hear the app when there is a lot of traffic. The goal is to run only three times per week, but the training program seems to be working. I just completed week 6 and am up to running 20 minutes. Nothing the app has had me do is impossible at the point it asks me to do it. I would recommend this app for anyone trying to run a 5K.
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