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If you’ve just completed your first 5K, the chances are you’ll have got the bug to go further. A 10K distance is a natural leap and one that’s easily achievable with the right training. Another benefit of running 10K is that it won’t take up too much time. The long runs aren’t too long and you don’t need to run every day to get race-fit. Plus, as we approach the summer months, we’re also approaching the 10K race season, which means there’s a whole multitude of 10K events to choose from in locations all over the UK, including the Women’s Running Race Series. So don’t hesitate – find your nearest 10K and sign up for your next running goal!
If you feel great after your 5K experience, it’s easy to overtrain. With your newfound running confidence comes a sense of wanting to do much more. But don’t overdo it. It’s important to not increase your mileage too quickly or run too frequently.
“A general rule of thumb is to increase your weekly mileage and the length of your longest run by no more than 10 per cent each week,” says Professor John Brewer, Head of Applied Sports Science at St Mary’s University (stmarys.ac.uk) and author of Run Smart (£12.99, Bloomsbury). “Make sure you include rest days and a mix of hard and lighter sessions, and if you’re feeling tired or unwell, listen to your body and take some time off.”
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