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Week 6!!

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Week 6
This is the last week of our 6-week training plan. Thanks for following along!
Beginner:
Walk 1 minute, then jog for 6 minutes. Repeat x 5. Do this workout three times per week
Intermediate:
Interval session: 8x3 minutes hard pace
Tempo run: 2x15 minutes at tempo pace with 1 minute rest
Long run: 80 mins at easy pace
Tip: Before and after each run it is important to stretch your muscles. Recent studies have revealed that dynamic stretching is best before running - so think leg swings and back rotations- and static stretching best after running- for example a hamstring stretch with your foot up on a chair with your legs straight holding the stretch for 30 seconds.

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