The original couch-to-5K program was available on a now-defunct website called Cool Running, although there were plenty of walk-and-run programs that preceded it.

Couch to 5K is one of the popular methods to help beginners become more active and get the benefits of running by gradually making their way to completing a 5K. The post What is ‘couch to 5K ...

This article, From Couch to 5K: A Beginner’s Guide for High School and College Athletes, was first published on SportStarsMag.com. You took the first steps and decided to register for your first ...

Graduating from Couch to 5K: Next Steps and Beyond As you complete the Couch to 5K program, take a moment to reflect on your journey and the accomplishments you’ve achieved. Running a 5K is no ...

Suellen Yeaton, on left, and daughter Katie Yeaton-Hromada, on right, pose at finish line of a race two weeks ago. The mother-daughter duo started in the “Couch to 5K” program in 2022.

A 5K refers to a 5-kilometer race or 3.1 miles. 5K is a popular distance for runners of all levels, and many people are drawn to this race because it isn’t overly time-consuming to participate.