The Catalyst

How To Run Your First 5k

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Spring is here — and if you've been thinking about signing up for a 5K, this is your episode.

Coach Chris Cooper breaks down exactly how complete beginners can go from the couch to crossing a 5K finish line this summer, using a proven method that works — without injury, burnout, or the crushing failure of Day 1 going too hard.

The mistake almost every new runner makes? Lacing up and trying to…