Week 4 - Training Plan

Eloise Wellings and Jock Campbell from Jock Athletic. Photo by Bird and Bee studio

June 26^th

We are more than halfway through our training plan now. Keep up the good work!

Beginner:

Walk 1 minute followed by a jog for 4 minutes. Repeat x 5. Do this workout three times this week

Intermediate:

Interval session: 10x2 minutes with 1 minute rest

Tempo run: 25 minutes at tempo pace

Long run: 70 minutes at easy pace.

Tip: Running is the most effective ways to lose weight. If you’re trying to lose weight as part of your program, try going a week without eating ANY processed foods- eat clean, lean protein like fish and chicken, plenty of fresh fruit and veg plus good fats like in avocado and almonds.

Get a group of friends together and aim to raise $1000 for healthcare in remote northern Uganda. www.lovemercyfoundation.org

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