Start Where You Are : The Beginner’s 5k Running Guide for Women

Author: Pace-Humphreys, Sabrina

Women's health

Published on 15 January 2026 by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC (Bloomsbury Sport) in the United Kingdom.

Paperback | 256 pages, 33 black and white exercise illustrations
153 x 233 x 22 | 320g

'A joyful reminder that you don't have to be a runner to start - just start where you are' – JENNI FALCONER'Like having your best friend and coach in your ear' – RENNEE MCGREGORRUNNING CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE, THIS WILL SHOW YOU HOWWant to take up running but have no idea where to begin? Consider this book your personal cheerleader – a motivating and practical beginner's guide designed for women to take you from your couch to your first 5k in just 10 weeks. It combines friendly expert coaching with inclusive real runners' stories and advice for every woman, at every stage of life.

Includes:– an easy to follow, 10-week training plan to get you to 5k– technique and safety advice– strength and conditioning exercises to support your running– advice on running through your menstrual cycles and menopause– expert nutrition advice, heath tips and motivational ideas to keep you on your running journey.