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Making the commitment

An important step is simply deciding to go for it…

Get running

Now it’s time to get moving. Slowly and gently at first, nothing too much to start with…

Stretch out and relax

The importance of rest days, sleep and stretching…

Make exercise a habit

Suddenly running is a regular part of your routine…

In the groove

Running should be feeling easier and smoother. Enjoy the rhythm of it…

Feel the benefits

You will already be starting to feel better and fitter. This is what you’ve been working for…

You’re halfway there

Time to take stock. Think how far you’ve come in a short time…

Recommit and look forward

Remind yourself why you started running and look ahead to the finish…

Now push on

It’s time to crank up the energy levels…

Cruise control

You’re feeling fit and healthy. This running is becoming a stroll in the park…

You’re nearly there

It’s time to start winding down and concentrate on the race…

It’s race week

This is what you’ve been aiming for. You’re ready to run 5 km…