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Couch to 5K Week 11 tip: Make time for your running

This week's workout: Walk 1 min/Run 15 mins for 32 minutes

By Nick Hurley

Dick Pond

After 11 weeks, hopefully you have been consistent with the program 3-4 times a week.

For some, finding 30 minutes a day can prove difficult with scheduling and life. As you continue to progress and possibly choose to train for longer races or distances, it can be tough to find the time.

Here are some tips to carve out some time during your busy day.

• Run first thing in the morning: If you make time at the start of your day, you will be more likely to complete your workout. You haven't run into any of that day's problems or obstacles yet. Jump out of bed, throw on your running shoes and get your run. It'll help with your energy levels too!

* Join a group: Using others as motivation can be a great way to keep you on track. Knowing that you have to meet a running buddy or group is sometimes all it takes to say yes instead of passing on your workout.

• Run before you get home from work: Not a morning person? Pack your running clothes and run from the office or on your way home. Once you get home you may convince yourself you are too tired or have other tasks that need your attention.

• Schedule a time to run: Whether you use a daily planner or phone/email calendar, book yourself a time to run. If you enter it into your calendar it becomes an appointment, just like a meeting or event. Having it written down will give you a constant reminder that you need to get your run in.

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