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20-Minute Run–Walk Intervals

The classic way to start running: alternate gentle running with brisk walking until running feels easy.

Length

20 min

Level

Beginner

Format

Intervals

Equipment

None

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Run–walk intervals let new runners build fitness without the aches that come from doing too much too soon.

Run at a pace where you could still chat. Walking breaks are part of the plan, not a failure.

Warm-up

  1. 1
    Walking

    Brisk walk

    5 min

8 rounds

  1. 1
    Running

    Easy run

    1 min
  2. 21m 30s

Cool-down

  1. 13 min

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