A NEW Couch to 5k course is set to start across Bromsgrove this month.
The 9-week courses are designed for absolute beginners and offer an easy way to get fitter and healthier for anyone, whether you’ve never run before or want to get back into being more active.
Anyone that wants to ditch the couch and start running are welcome at any session, you don’t need to book, and sessions are completely free.
There will be sessions on Mondays at 6pm at The Ryland Centre Track, followed by Wednesdays at 10am at Sanders Park Bandstand and on Thursday at 9.30am at Catshill Meadow.
The weekly sessions are led by Run Leaders who hold official qualifications from England Athletics and provide a course which is fully endorsed by the NHS.
Participants are advised to attend three sessions a week on whichever days are ideal.
Portfolio holder for leisure, councillor Bernard McEldowney, said: “Couch to 5k always proves popular, and we are very honoured to have been a part of so many of our residents’ journeys towards leading a healthier lifestyle.
“To be able to continue to host these sessions for free is a major asset for the people of our town.”
Many graduates from local Couch to 5k groups go on to join local running groups including Parkrun. Over the last few years, we have helped to develop many Run Leaders who are now part of the scheme.
Contact the council’s Sports Development team on 01527 881404 or [email protected] for more information.
