Virtual Training Group
Welcome to the Virtual Training Group page!
A number of you guys expressed interest in a Virtual Training Group to help support one another and keep us motivated until race day, so I set up this page to document our journey. I’ll update this page frequently with anything and everything related to my own 5K training– from my daily workouts and running tips to my successes and struggles.
I’d also like for this page to be a place where you can write about your own training as well as share information with other readers in the comment section.
Use the Virtual Training Group webpage to:
- Record your workout
- Track your progress (time, distance, etc.)
- Share a workout or running route
- Set a goal
- Share your favorite running resources
- Post a running playlist
- Ask for advice
- Find support and encouragement
Training
I’m using Cool Running’s Beginner’s 5K Program, but feel free to use whatever program fits your abilities and goals. If you’re using a different training program, please link to it in the comment section of this post.
Tools
Workouts
45-Minute Treadmill Run (personal favorite)
55-Minute Hills and Dumbbell Workout
60-Minute Interval Treadmill Workout
Schedule
Week 4: January 10 – 16
Sunday: 45-minute walk-run + 15 min. stretching
Monday: Body Pump + 35 min. elliptical
Tuesday: Off
Wednesday: 45-minute Treadmill Workout + 15 min. elliptical
Thursday: Off
Friday: Full body strength workout + The Pyramid + 30 min. elliptical
Saturday: AM cardio
Week 3: January 3 – 9
Sunday: 3 mile run (29:49) + 25 min. elliptical + core work
Monday: Off
Tuesday: Hip strength training + 35 min. elliptical + 20 min. bike + 15 min. abs and core work
Wednesday: 30 min. elliptical + 15 min. push-ups + abs + core
Thursday: 24-minute treadmill workout
Friday: Off
Saturday: Off
Week 2: December 27 – January 2
Sunday: 30 min. strength training + 15 min. bike + 15 min. stairclimber
Monday: Off
Tuesday: Off
Wednesday: Off (blah)
Thursday: 2 miles (17:09) + 20 min. elliptical + abs
Friday: Upper body strength training + 45 min. elliptical
Saturday: 2 miles (17:12)
Week 1: December 20 – 26
Sunday: Off
Monday: Upper body strength training + 3 miles (25:51/8:37) + 15 min. elliptical
Tuesday: 55 min. elliptical + abs + push-ups
Wednesday: 3 mile run
Thursday: Off
Friday: Off
Saturday: Off
Participate
What race are you training for?
What’s your 5k PR time?
Posted by: Tina 28 comments
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on Dec 27th, 2009 at 1:38 pm
I am training for the Marine Corps Marathon in October
on Dec 27th, 2009 at 1:39 pm
I ran a 5k for Thanksgiving and my goal was to just run the whole way without walking (I just started running). I haven’t yet signed up for another race but I definitely want to improve my 5k time. I’m hoping this group will help! Thanks so much Tina!
on Dec 27th, 2009 at 1:59 pm
I am training for a 12K in Sarasota, FL on March 20th! I’d love to participate in the virtual training group.
on Dec 27th, 2009 at 2:46 pm
I am going to start training in January for a 5K in May. Made a pact with my sister in law on Christmas day to do this!
on Dec 27th, 2009 at 3:30 pm
I’m training for the Paris Marathon in April!! Wahoo!! The more motivation, the better!
on Dec 27th, 2009 at 3:34 pm
I haven’t picked my race yet, but really want to work on my time. My last (and first ever!) 5K was kinda pathetic -LOL!
on Dec 27th, 2009 at 5:13 pm
I’m beginning to train for the Pocono Marathon Run for the Red in May. It’s been nearly a decade since I ran a marathon so I need all the inspiration I can find!
on Dec 27th, 2009 at 6:40 pm
AWESOME idea, and the perfect timing for me! I was literally scouring the web this afternoon and inputting various 5Ks into my Google calendar. My goal is to run 3-4 days a week and supplement the others with alternative training to help prevent the recurrence of a knee injury from a marathon 5 years ago.
Love the idea that others are on board too, and look forward to hearing from you all as you train!
on Dec 27th, 2009 at 7:13 pm
[...] Tina (from ‘Carrots ‘N’ Cake‘) is organizing a Virtual Training Group … that might be just what I [...]
on Dec 27th, 2009 at 7:25 pm
Awesome! I recently ran my first 5k and 10k, and am shooting for a half marathon in March. I am pretty nervous about it! Excited, too, but my plan is to take it slow and steady, and focus on my long-term running and lifestyle goals before thinking about race goals. But how awesome would it feel to complete a half marathon!
Thanks Tina!
on Dec 27th, 2009 at 8:16 pm
I’m training for a 5k that is on April 10th! My first one! I can’t wait! My first run is tomorrow!
on Dec 27th, 2009 at 8:51 pm
I am training for my first marathon, the Seattle Rock and Roll marathon, so I will be running a bunch of 5 and 10k’s before then so this will be great motivation for me!
on Dec 27th, 2009 at 11:47 pm
I’m training for the Tipperary Hill Shamrock Run (4 miles) in Syracuse on March 6th. Even though I don’t live in the area, I’ve done this race with my future sister-in-law for the past two years — it’s hilly, but very fun. If you live nearby and are looking for a run with lots of energy, I encourage you to try it!
on Dec 28th, 2009 at 4:55 pm
Hi everyone! I’m training for the Boston Marathon this coming April. I’m excited to share this training experience with you guys — it’s always nice to have extra motivation/inspiration! If you guys have time, please stop by my blog too, where I share my training ups and downs.
http://www.runfoodierun.com
on Dec 31st, 2009 at 12:04 am
Hey bloggies! My sister and I ran the Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving day last year and this year! It is a very simple task for my sister, because she is a runner. Last year, I started the 5K running, but then had to stick with the walkers! I was in much better shape this Thanksgiving and my sister and I ran it in 26 minutes!
It was a great feeling to realize how far I have come since last year!!
on Jan 1st, 2010 at 11:53 am
I am training for the Baltimore half marathon next Oct. and I would like to run the Falmouth Road Race in under an hour, its 7.1 miles. I am getting over a broken toe so it will be great to have people to motivate and help me out during the tough road ahead.
on Jan 2nd, 2010 at 2:26 pm
I’m training for the Hyannis Half Marathon on Feb. 28! I’m super excited to run my first half. My 5K PR is 22:30!
Good luck with your 5K training!
on Jan 2nd, 2010 at 7:26 pm
I really wanna run a 5k toooo! I did the Couch-2-5K program for a little while and it was working.
on Jan 3rd, 2010 at 3:48 pm
I am running the 5k in Somerville on March 14. I have never run a 5k, so I am really excited to complete this goal. Hopefully I will see you there!
on Jan 3rd, 2010 at 10:33 pm
Just wanted to get a word of encouragement out there that WE CAN DO THIS despite the snow! I thought it would be nice to encourage each other, because I don’t know about you guys, but the snow has definitely made it harder for me to get out there! BUT WE CAN DO IT!!!
on Jan 4th, 2010 at 9:29 am
LOVE THIS!
on Jan 4th, 2010 at 11:42 am
Thank you for setting this up! I have never been much of a runner (enjoy yoga, swimming etc) but one of my goals for 2010 is to run a 5k and hopefully move onto longer races. I was wondering if anyone had any advice on good gear to wear while running in the cold weather. Unfortunately I cannot afford to join a gym right now but would like to start training in the next month or so. I live in NYC and it’s super cold right now so I don’t know what the best outerwear would be. Any suggestions? Thanks!
on Jan 4th, 2010 at 12:13 pm
Hey Tina!
So far I have only ran 2 real 5K races, so my PR was 30:50…so my goal is to be uner 30 min 
Hopefully we could meet up that day!
I just signed up for the Ras na Heireann 5K in Davis!! A lot of the guys in my office have actually run it the past 2 years so I’m finally joining in! I was always a wimp about running in the cold, but I think I can get over it this year
on Jan 5th, 2010 at 10:07 pm
I just finished the first week of training for the Couch to 5k program – working on finding a 5k near me for a few months down the line!!
on Jan 8th, 2010 at 5:53 pm
I just signed up for my 1st half marathon! Yikes, I am nervous. My sister, an experienced marathon runner, set me up with a custom training program so I am going to slowly build up my miles. I am running the Delaware Half on May 16th!
on Jan 10th, 2010 at 5:12 pm
I’m training for my first half marathon, the Disney Princess Half on March 7! I’m a “penguin runner” and my 5k PR is 35:31. That one was quite fast for me, and I am very proud of it!
on Jan 19th, 2010 at 2:59 pm
I’m going to do the Fairfield 5K and hope to break my PR of 21 min.
I also hope to do a half marathon, but not sure how my knees will respond. My last 3 days of physical therapy are coming up! The 1/2 is in September, so we’ll see….
on Feb 5th, 2010 at 7:15 pm
I agree I definitely trade bodies with Jessica Biel she is ripppppped! I wish it were my JOB to look that good. Oh well, at least her photos are good motivation to hit the gym.
I think Carrie Underwood & Lauren Conrad also have amazing, healthy & athletic figures.