Don't worry – running 10k is achievable for everyone and we have lots of advice to help you prepare whether you're a beginner or have run 10k before.

Get friends to sign up too!

Having a group of friends to run with on a regular basis will help to keep you motivated. It's also a lot more fun than running alone.

Training plans

Runner's World have created Run 10k training plans to get you started and to keep you motivated:

• Beginners (PDF, 570KB – find out about viewing PDFs)
• Regular runners (PDF, 570KB)

Know how far and how fast you run using the Garmin Forerunner and follow the simple step-by-step training plans to help you achieve your 10k goal.

Share your training tips

Join the discussion on our message board where you can find support and inspiration from fellow runners and chat with the larger Run 10k community. Please read the message board guidelines before posting messages.

More help for your training

• Map your run. Measure and plan your running routes on the Map Runner website. You can use it to plan new routes to keep your training varied and interesting.



• Reduce your risk.
Keeping active can make a real difference to both your mental and physical health and help reduce your risk of cancer.


• Be SunSmart. Make sure your skin is well protected when you train out in the sun. Cover up and use factor +15 sunscreen, take care not to burn and drink lots of water.

Remember to be safe, tell someone where you are running and when you expect to return, take an ID with you and wear reflective clothing if running at night.