Run for your life: Couch to 5 km run plan

The problem most people face when trying to start running or when returning from an extended break or injury is how to safely get back 'up and running'. Stress fractures, Achilles strains and knee injuries are often the things that await these people.

This training plan has been designed for beginners and those returning from injury to slowly and safely get them running.

Using a combination of walking, jogging and running sessions over 8 weeks you will be gradually progressed from walking to being able to complete 5km of running.