I Did EXACTLY What My Running App Said For 30 Days

[@kulhfyudcgtsxfr]

I'm 32 and had recently returned to running after having my second baby. A few months into regular parkruns I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I managed to maintain my running around surgery and radiation, but have since found out I will need a double mastectomy due to having the BRCA2 gene mutation. While awaiting my surgery I want to train for and complete my first marathon - I know that the fitter I am, the quicker my post surgery recovery will be. And, running during this whole challenge has kept me sane. Very inspired by your fast 5km Sarah!

[@jordi8189]

I wish you all the strength to get through it! Wish you well from the Netherlands!

[@RageAZA]

put the effort in to the training and the result will be the reward. youve clearly got the fight in you; beat the C; watch your kids grow up. youve got this!

[@sherryelebeauty]

My heart and prayers are with you! You are such an inspiration...

[@cindyspencer6022]

Keep running. Survivor here who kept cycling through it all. I think being and staying in good shape helped me recover better

[@r.osemary]

My mom had a double mastectomy for breast cancer as well. I know your kids will be really happy and thankful for your drive to stay fit and healthy and beat the Ca. Praying and rooting for you!!!

[@cj-by6st]

I am about to hit 60, and I am determine to complete a 5k in under 30 minutes. Over the years, I kept training, and getting so close, then some kind of injury or health issue would sideline me for a bit, and getting back my pace as i get older is getting harder and harder. But I will hit that sub 30 this year....

[@jeffbroadhurst7315]

I know what you mean. I’m in my fifties and each year I get slower no matter what I try.

[@scriptosaurusrex]

You got this! Train smart, not hard and you will achieve it 💪💪

[@waynetradingfutures]

I don’t know but I know you can do it!! Might take few tweaks or changes to a few things in your life but hey, why not go for it!! I’m 53 and on a similar journey 💪

[@leegoodwin2541]

I'm with you and my best was 25 mins and then illness back issues, now i will start again in the winterish months, heat does no favor's at all so walking fast over long distance and occasional runs for 30 mins or 5k so now at 32 mins

[@asmith6647]

I average 24/25 mins for a 5k run now and was stuck at 30 mins-ish…..I started running longer training distances like 7 or 8k and this made 5k much easier. I’m 62 so you can do it!!

[@jonathanbennett5151]

My goal is to run my first marathon in April. 4 years free from addiction and lost over 10 stone in the process. Main goal is sub 5 hours 😀

[@Oleeh-oleeh]

Since it's April now, good luck, you've got this!! 💪💪🎉

[@natashaelliot5930]

I’m a complete Runna convert - I used it for London Landmarks Half Marathon earlier this year and smashed 13 minutes off my PB! 🎉 Now using it for my marathon plan for Chester in October. Great video TRC!

[@fliss4847]

I only started running in feb this year and my 5k is about 34 minutes. My goal is to try and get that down, maybe under 30?! I've really loved watching you share your running journey, it's really motivating to me! Thank you for filming this 😊

[@MovedbyTruth]

Congratulations on your progress so far! Only a small percentage of people are runners so simply taking up running is a big deal. You're doing great, by the way, and will definitely be able to get your 5K time below 30 minutes.

[@fameanims4221]

Where are you at now?

[@carolinereif296]

I actually just started running at the beginning of this summer, and I have fallen in LOVE! I ran my first 5k two weeks ago and am now training for a 10k in October. Thanks for the inspo :)

[@finnohare]

16:58 "on a Tuesday, how random" 🤣 You've got to appreciate the novelty of weekday speed since fast running is usually limited to weekend Parkruns/races. Brilliant video, Sarah!

[@MovedbyTruth]

You are such a big inspiration to me. I can't count the number of times I didn't feel like going out for a run, where one of your videos turned my mood around.

[@kristinthemom]

Same same. Prepping myself for a really hot run tomorrow lol and watching this to pump me up some more and get some more inspiration

[@Aero-Saint]

Been using Runna for the past 2 months and an underrated aspect of it is the community posts! Really positive and encouraging part on the app!

[@iggalan]

I'm mostly a triathlete. If you're looking to sign up for your first one be sure to train for the swim and do some trainings in the open water, this is key. Swimming only in the pool is not enough, some people swim fine in the pool but get stressed up in the open waters, so train for that! Also train the transitions, simulate the T1 and T2 over and over in the two weeks before, so on race day you'll know what to do. Make a checklist of everything you need, it's a bit of a nightmare logistically speaking. But in the end it's worth it, it so fun doing all three sports in one event 🏊‍♂🚴🏃 Oh, depending on distance nutrition is very important, but for short distance it won't require much, maybe two or three gels and a water bottle in the bike.

[@davesharratt917]

New series: Sarah does a tempo run once a week, learning to stick the intervals through to the end and falls in love with tempo training. Great lactate threshold raining and a big win for 5k time. Congratulations on that PB. 🎉

[@DanF-iq4mv]

I downloaded the Runna app immediately after watching this video and started the eight week 5k improvement plan. My ‘race day’ was on Saturday and I was amazed to complete my local Parkrun in 20:30, a massive improvement as two months ago I was running it in 22 minutes. I definitely recommend it, it was great discovering different types of runs and it kept me injury free which has been difficult in recent years now I’m 40+. I’ll be starting another plan shortly, aiming for 19 minutes this time 😀

[@EmilyWithers]

Love this! My goal is a sub-one-hour 10K. I was close last summer with a 1:02:34 but Life happened and now I am working my way back to being able to run 10K at all. It would be amazing to be able to hit that sub-one-hour goal in the next year.

[@InDieTasten]

Were you able to do it?

[@tommyfarrell5268]

This is one of the best TRC videos. I've signed up to RUNNA to train for the Manchester Half Marathon in October. Aiming for sub 90 minutes. Just finishing my first week of sessions. Just like Sarah I enjoy the intervals and hate the Tempo sessions 😂.

[@ashleigh7850]

I really enjoyed that video! Sarah is great at making others feel good about running, I’m doing a marathon in 6 weeks and I am terrified, but after watching this I feel better after Sarah’s enthusiasm!😊

[@SimonWilliamsTutor]

Awesome job, Sarah! I really admire your mental toughness - getting through some of those workouts looked really hard!

[@isabellavanwinkle5814]

I'm currently training for a sub-18 minute 5k. I've been a runner for awhile but only recently started focusing on shorter distances, speed, and power - and I love it! Good work on your 5k training!

[@esantone0398]

did you get the sub 18 5k? do you think the runna app worked well?

[@johannesb6725]

Great video, very inspiring! Congratulations to the new PB! I managed to improve my years old PB for 5K to 21:51 this year and am currently training for a 34K trail run. After that I want to tackle the 20min barrier. :)

[@MimicGriphon]

As someone who bikes and runs, triathlons are so much fun. You get passed by literally everyone in the swim, but you pass hundreds of people in the biking and running portion.

[@anika987]

I'm a South African 18 year old and I'm running my first half marathon this october and I'm aiming to run my first marathon next year. I'd also love to get a sub 25 minute 5k. Thanks so much for the video, you're an inspiration Sarah! I always look up to you all when I'm in one of my running "lows" and you help me to remember why I love running so much!

[@LuNa4Death]

How did your half marathon go? Hope you were able to do well :)

[@johnshandle777]

Long term goals sub 20 5k and 3:30 marathon. Great effort Sarah, I'm sure you'll carry on improving and smash your 5 & 10k targets

[@luke865]

Awesome PB Sarah!! 2014 I broke my back and was told I was lucky to be walking, to which they also found I had spinal cancer. Fast forward a few years and I started running in 2022 with a few runs here and there, then added a couple of Park Run's. I then joined my local running club in April 2023 and also have a 5k PB of 20:54. At the ripe old age of 37 I may get a sub 20 by the end of the year.

[@thomasspocinski]

I'm currently training for Cardiff half marathon which is coming up very quickly! Long term goal is to get a sub 3 hours marathon time and qualify for Boston! Hopefully, with a bit of help from Runna it will happen next year :) The strenght sessions are actually well organised and enjoyable and I have already noticed improvements. Let's go! 😆

[@washposthero]

Save a little something for the incline at Roath Park. It comes between 8 and 9 miles in I think. And there's a short hill up out of that area too. Enjoy

[@BenderMaan]

Thoroughly enjoyed the video. Great work, Sarah!

[@annasvaskova8808]

I'm training for a sub-2-hour half marathon right now and then I would love a sub-4:30 marathon. Congrats on the 5K PB!

[@freiavr]

I started running last year when colleagues convinced me to join the 5K leg of a relay race. Not being particularly fit and a little overweight, I didn't think I could actually do it, but gave it a go anyways - and I really enjoyed it :D I've participated in a few 5K runs since and now I want to improve on that with the ultimate goal of running a half-marathon next year!

[@yeahnah1130]

I'm training for a half marathon which is now only 7 weeks away!! Super nervous but very, very excited!! My mid/long term goal is to get sub 2 hours for a half marathon, which I'm very excited to keep training for!! I also just want to thank all The Running Channel team for your amazing, informed videos and newsletters. They are such good value and have completely kept me encouraged and excited for running! Thankyou so much.

[@PatriciaKingbutterfly]

Runna saved my season!! I love this app so so much. Integrated workouts. Videos. It’s so good

[@anaellef289]

I’m back running after a three years break. My goal is to beat my half-marathon PB (1:43:24) and to go sub 4h for my first marathon in 2024 and I’d love to give Runna a try 😊 Love from Belgium

[@joostaltink9988]

Already planned my marathon in Eindhoven and training myself hoping I'm doing the right things.. after the marathon I'm having more ambitions to improve my 10k and 5k. I'm 46 now and love TRC it really motivates me to set goals en most importantly enjoy running

[@jjsmummy3358]

I’ve lost my motivation for running, due to being constantly in pain, maybe I should give run a a try, the strength and conditioning in a plan, sounds like a fantastic idea.

[@Infiniteunion88]

I just started using Runna, and honestly, it's the best running app I've ever used! I'm trying to get a new 5K pb as a beginner runner! So we'll see!! Great video, as always!

[@jonathantimm4645]

I’ve been using Runna for about 11 weeks now working on a half marathon plan and I love it. The strength training also does a great job of reinforcing the runs, but I do.

[@darylweldon767]

I’m just coming to the end of my “bench to 5k” plan with Runna after using the TRC code to get me going, tomorrow is the “race” which is going to have a revised target time because I’m not as young and fit as I used to be but the next goal will be to target a 10k, 21k and possibly get back up to marathon training to get under my 3:56 PB. Runna has been a huge help and I’d love to keep on using it.

[@jason.rams4]

A runner's days of the week - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Park Run, Long Run 😂. I started using Runna with the two week trial you offered and it went great! Extremely personalizable which a lot of training plans, without a coach, don't offer. Couldn't afford the subscription, so I started doing it on my own and then got injured. Hoping to one day use Runna again as I really saw results and training for my sub 25 minute 5K.

[@teagalore]

This is great! After your first video with Runna, I immediately downloaded it and I've managed to get back to my original running pace (7:00 - 8:00) after three years off and having COVID last March! Did my 5k "race" in 29 mins and now on my 10k plan! Thank you for introducing me to Runna ☺️ Overall, I would love to work up to a marathon!

[@samanthamcgown1784]

Thank you for your honesty in this video Sarah. I struggle with mental strength just as much as running strength and it’s good to see I’m not the only one. I want to train for my first ultra next year to see if I can achieve that length.

[@teddymckinney4425]

Hell. Fricking. Yes!!! Way to go Sarah! You earned that time, very happy and proud for you! Keep up the great efforts! Your positivity is inspiring.

[@ashleighlarkin2082]

I love these honest videos of the ups and downs of training! Stoked to see the progress you were able to make in a few weeks Sarah :) I've just been given a charity place for the 2024 London Marathon and would love to also go sub-4hrs. The furthest I've ever run before is 15km, so there's lots of work to do before next year!

[@wendydavan4979]

I started the marathon training plan on Runna thanks for the 2 weeks free trail I am hooked it's awesome

[@garethjones8466]

Lost 10.5st/147lbs/67kg over the past (nearly) 6 years, fell in love with running back in Feb. Would use the Runna subscription to improve my 5 & 10k times then the skies the limit. Would be happy to keep you informed. Love your content & the fact you're all so honest. The struggle is real!

[@highcalibremaori]

I’ve been using Runna app since the beginning of this year - I really like it. Currently using their 50k ultra marathon training plan for my next ultra.

[@akwurd]

She is my absolute favorite personality for running. So honest, and so gosh darn adorable! 😍

[@michaeleaton6249]

Congrats Sarah - well done! I did try Runna a few months ago but had issues with workouts being different in the app compared to what was in garmin - hopefully they've fixed that now. I plan to try it again after GNR for my first Ultra (50k). Great Vid x

[@carlhumanbcrab]

ive got 8 weeks left until my first ever half marathon so i think the only reasonable next goal for me, is a marathon next year

[@Kelly_Ben]

It depends on your body's definition of "reasonable", and if your goals are based on specific finish times, or simply finishing for the experience. So many people hold themselves to rigid running rules that don't take into account their own fitness, recovery speed, etc. Don't hold yourself and your goals hostage to other people's rules, when they should really be rough guidelines along your personal journey. You could be ready for a marathon in November, or need another year to toughen your body up. Best wishes in your race, and your future goals!

[@ScrappyCoCo0]

Same for me. First half marathon in 14 weeks and planning to run my first marathon in Rotterdam next year. Taking the training relatively showly to avoid more injury.

[@Alyssa684]

Yeah your next reasonable goal is whatever you body and mind enjoys! Could be that you see how many half marathons you can safely do and enjoy next year! Maybe you switch to trail if you haven’t already. I’m doing 6 half marathons this year and am only just starting to consider increasing mileage to full and ultras. Give yourself time to establish a super strong base rather than always reaching!

[@annarickard3747]

I will be running the Great South 10 miles in October and the Reading half next March. I only started running in March of this year. One 5k run completed in June in 46:45. The anxiety is running high, but I love it!

[@Trilinka]

Currently subscribed to Runna and i'm in week 3 of the 5k improvement plan. So far so good, i really feel like i'm improving. My current goal is getting a new PB for my 5k. Although i can't help myself dreaming, especially during the long runs, that i might go for the half marathon plan next. I think that's gonna be my next goal.

[@runningchannel]

Great to hear! 👏

[@jobanski]

I have two goals. I’m currently training to reduce my 5K time to sub 20. This has been my goal for two years now, and I have not made the progress I had hoped for. I am also venturing into 10K racing by signing up for one at the end of September.

[@AukeOosthoek]

Ive just started using Runna with your promotion code and I love it! This year goals are a sub 1:30 half marathon in October and a sub 3:30 marathon in April next year :)!!!

[@zsos6182]

Congrats Sarah!!! 🎉 Well done. Heat is hard. I have read somewhere about a "baby ironman", distances sounded within my reach, but swim is my weak point, it would drain me completly.

[@eldante4139]

I’m 44 and returned to running after a few years out. I used to run sub 22 minute 5ks. Now it takes me half an hour. And that’s after I’ve trained to running it without needing to walk. I’ve now booked myself into a half marathon later this year. Plus aiming to go sub 20 parkrun by the end of the year. I’ve had challenges with my mental health. It’s not been a good few years but hopefully I’m on my way back now. So I’m creating my own training plan but it’s invaluable to see plans like this. Thank you for all that you do.

[@timawn]

Appreciate the honesty in this video. Always hard to be open when a run sucks or you just arent feeling it but we all go through it!

[@gorob.chyk.]

Wow! Congrats on your new PB! I just recently started running and will do my first 5k race tomorrow to check my progress and have fun. Then I want to start training for a half marathon in Berlin in April’24. As a new runner, I would love to finish HM under 2:30h and overall hope to become a faster runner.

[@ClareMcArthur]

Currently training for a 100km race - furthest distance to date so will see how that goes. Ultimate goal is 100miles. Love seeing all your videos and James' too! Inspirational!

[@runningchannel]

100 miles that’s amazing!!! Thanks for the lovely comment what would you like us to take on next?

[@ClareMcArthur]

@runningchannel I'd love to see you guys take on some fell/trail running up here in The Lakes! 😊

[@jennierayner2152]

I am in week 2 of half marathon training with Runna and I think so far my favourite thing is the variety of the workouts, I especially love how the long runs are broken into segments so a) you get to practice your target pace and b) they somehow go so much faster?? I am having trouble keeping under pace for my easy runs (runners and their stupid pride!....noooo! i can't have something that slow showing up on Strava 😭) but that's where discipline comes in. and trusting the process! Massive congrats, Sarah, on the new PB...i hope to join in you in ten weeks time with my fastest half!

[@NatoonKids]

13:17 I know it's a little bit late but Happy Birthday Sarah!!!

[@Verthyis]

Way to go Sarah! I needed a new fitness goal, found you guys and now have started running again after many many years. Signed up for a 5k race at the end of August...A-B-C goals: sub 28min, sub 30min, sub 32min. 🤞🤞Thanks for the inspiration and advice!

[@cezzakiely91]

Well done Sarah 👏🏼 amazing effort as always!! Look forward to seeing what you do when you’re fully healthy!! My goals for this year are a sub 44 10k and a sub 1:40 half marathon 😬 a girl can dream!!

[@kathydriscoll8189]

I am running a 50k at the age of 56....go granny go😊

[@brakkybru]

Currently training for a half marathon PB but would also love a sub-30 5k. I love how running always gifts you with new goals to achieve! Great video, Sarah!

[@JuIngong]

Currently training for my first marathon in november, just a week before my birthday, with a goal of sub 3:30. Hope to succeed, and I'm using the garmin trainer thing where you input the event and it does all the planning for you, liking it thought it's missing strength/core workout

[@Lupo150]

I'm a runner for like 7ish years who moved from the south of Europe to the Nordics.. environment change makes such a difference that I feel like I have to learn running from scratch, reinvent the wheel in order to run and have a proper technique for -15C, snow, ice and long runs :D Guided plan would make things back on track to the PB (1:45) I had for 21k.. plus, planning my first olympic triathlon next year ;)

[@davehiggins7337]

Love your videos Sarah...I'm 55, had new hips 2 years ago and run Park Run in Perth each Saturday in around 30 mins. Think I'm inspired to try the Runna app and increase my training to perhaps reduce my parkrun time to 27 mins and maybe do a 10km to under 1 hour. Good Luck to all our running buddies in achieving your goals.

[@washedup_adventurer]

I'm a former college cross-country runner now doing triathlon. The activity works the whole body in a way running never could. I feel so much stronger in triathlon race shape than I ever felt in running race shape.

[@joannahenson6876]

Love this. Well done Sarah x

[@mrm9561]

Love runna, been using it for 7 weeks now on the fitness improvement due to coming back from an injury. End of my deload had a 3k warmup and 5k best effort....smashed my pb by a minute and got 19:29. Like you, when I see some of the pace zones on runna I can't believe I'll manage to achieve them 😂 but it gets it pretty spot on for the most part. Recommend it to everyone now! Can't wait to start the 10 mile race plan, not even sure what time to aim for really. See what runna has me doing!

[@Adamnealvelez]

Great job! Very motivating and I’m now inspired to better my 5k PB, currently at 20:12

[@krisemes]

Massive runna fan here. Used it for a 5k block a few weeks back, got down to 19.59. Really happy with it. The app 100% helped me. I need to question what you put in the app at the start though. I didn't have any sessions with a 5k warm up, or a 10k tempo throughout my 8week plan. Not sure starting at week 5 is a true reflection of the apps structure either. Well done on the PB. Any others thinking of using the app, don't be scared by these big numbers, it's customisable.

[@KarolinS-h7j]

I haven't done a triathlon yet, but am very keen to try one next year. I started running 3,5 years ago and looking forward to my first marathon ever :)

[@runningchannel]

Brilliant! When is your first marathon?

[@KarolinS-h7j]

@@runningchannel it's october 1st! So only a month away, getting very excited already ^^

[@runningforlife696]

Good job, Sarah!! That's so impressive and happy birthday! I'm just getting back to running after breast cancer treatment. So, my current goal is to train for a 10K in October. I don't expect a PB but I'd like to set a new decent starting point for post-cancer running.

[@FionaWilson-l7g]

Amazing well done!! I'm a few weeks into to using runna for my second half marathon, loving it so far

[@luisfernandes2522]

I was a 18:30 5ker but that was before COVID, before having a child + easy going job... All that changed and I'm now a 21minute 5ker and I still advise everyone that consistency is key and strength + mobility training is very important

[@lenkaontherun]

OMG, would love a yearly subscription! I'm currently training with Runna to get my 10k time under 60. Previously they helped me achieve my goal to get my 5k under 30, so happy! Aaaand after I get my 10k under 60, I want to start preparing for running my first half marathon next year.

[@tadejdanev5030]

good luck :)

[@lenkaontherun]

@@tadejdanev5030 thanks!

[@thijsschipper8985]

Well done Sarah! I'm training for my first ever marathon in Amsterdam, but after that I would like to get a new PB on the half marathon somewhere next spring :)

[@MsDoormen]

Well done Sarah, love watching your videos. I just started using Runna and absolutely love it. No other app has ever pushed me this far 🥵! Currently training for my first 10k, trying to get under 1 hour which would be huge for me.

[@siobhanhind71]

I have been trying out Runna for the past month or so, on a 10K plan - So far I've loved the fact that it gives me a variety of different types of runs to do - which I think I would struggle to stick to if it wasnt for the app. I've just signed up for a half marathon next April so I'd love to be able to use Runna for that too!

[@scottb4298]

Love these types of videos! It's what got me into TRC and keeps me sticking around for more!

[@chloecarter5891]

I always found running really hard as a kid but now I’m older it has literally changed my life, I recently did the Hull 10k and achieved it in just over an hour which I was so proud of but I’ve booked in for the coastal 10K in October so want to really challenge myself and complete that race in 45 mins, the Runna app would help achieve that!! I love this video😍

[@headstart.running]

Nice to see you running in hot weather! Welcome to our life here in Brisbane (hint: get out at 5am instead of 7am when its hot!) Good to see you grappling with a “down spot” in training - they hit all of us from time to time and capturing the lows as well as the highs helps us all realise its just part of the process! What would I train for with Runna? - Has to be my build up for Tokyo marathon and my 6th star medal. Would love to do it with a

[@christinaclementson]

Yesss Sarah!!! Absolutely fantastic result. You worked hard for that AND you achieved that time running on your own. Get yourself booked into another race and I bet you go even faster. Huge well done 🎉🎉

[@Arhan108]

I just recovered from a fractured ankle injury - before the injury, I was more or less running (somewhat) regularly for around 8 years. It’s been 2 years since the injury and I am relearning how to run from the scratch. It’s been a humbling experience so far. I have been thinking about attempting a sub 22:30 5k later in the fall.

[@spencersant8675]

Love Sarah this was a great video

[@hippopotatomoose]

Sign up for a sprint distance triathlon. It's so much fun! The rush of crossing the finish line, knowing you've just swam, biked, and ran all in one event is something to experience. Even if you decide to not do another one, you can at least say you're a triathlete!

[@abqp7158]

Well done Sarah. Hard work, honesty, resilience. And success!

[@laneystain]

Great video, Sarah! My next goal is a 3:30 marathon in Valencia.

[@addiemaevillas]

I just signed up for my third marathon which will be in April in Cyprus! My goal is to get a marathon PB and under a 5:30 marathon. I am from the US but go to school in the UAE so the Runna app would be amazing for a busy uni student who needs a plan with strength included (I always skip out on it but know I need to incorporate it more!). In the past, I have used the London training plan, printed out and hanging on my dorm door, but it would be amazing to have an app that has workouts loaded!

[@johnrwilker]

Congratulations Sarah on the PB! I took up running in 2021 at the age of 56 for physical and mental health reasons after Covid. I ran because I wanted to do an Ironman. In 2022, I did an Ironman 70.3 and a marathon and while not the best efforts, I finished and was incredibly happy with myself. I had lots of race and time improvement goals this year but have been sidetracked by injuries all year so my 2023 goals are out the window. However, if I can stay healthy next year, I’m going to run a 4 hour marathon and finish a full Ironman. I need a good training plan that I can stick to. I know my injuries this year have been from trying to do too much. I’ve seen so many KZbin videos about the pitfalls of this but I hope that I have finally learned my lesson. 🤞

[@leerobinson6448]

That was a great video, I've been injured since November and am just starting to test the running waters again so I'd use Runna to get back in shape and hopefully manage to run a 5k again before the end of the year.

[@thezurichrunner]

Very impressive! Congratulations! I want to tackle my first 100k next year, and while that sounds still far away, it actually isn't, as the days are just ticking away. A tool like Runna seems to be a great motivator, help with accountability, and even more importantly, structure. 👍

[@ritaviegas4086]

Running my first half marathon in just under 12 weeks. Currently training hard, with caution, after breaking my foot six months ago. The Valencia (Spain) half marathon has a time limit of 2h30, so runna could definetly give me the help I need to achieve this goal, while recovering from an injury! Love from a Portuguese living in Spain ❤

[@Kam5732]

Loved this video. The struggle can be frustrating at times. I’m retraining for a 5k after an injury. My ideal goal will be to eventually run a marathon but starting at getting back to a 5k, then it will be 10K, then half marathon to eventually get to a marathon. Thank you for your honesty and it is hard to get over the mental aspects sometimes.

[@get_running_mo]

Coming to running relatively later in life (I'm 51) I have been enjoying taking part in Parkrun but would love to improve my time - currently 34 mins - aiming to get as close to 30 mins as possible. Another hugely inspirational video, thanks Sarah.

[@c.armstrong3889]

Well done Sarah! I just signed up to Runna, planning to see how close to sub 40 10km I can get (PB is 41:05 from 2006, this year did 44:35 as a 39 year old). Week one of training is done, and I can say that the workouts so far are achievable but very tough, managed to nail the paces, but it really hurt! My only gripe is I have to re shuffle each week as my run availability changes each week so I can’t do a standard long run day etc, but I reached out and let the Runna team know and hopefully they are working on it.

[@cherylshuttlewood4394]

Great video as always Sarah, well done on your PB. I'm currently recovering from PF and can't wait to get back to running after a 6 month break! I always work better following a structured plan:)

[@KevinTheKiwi96]

About to start training for Valencia marathon in 2/3 weeks time. Aiming for a 3:45 ish pace having got my sub 4 in Manchester in April! Runna will give some much needed motivation and structure!

[@TheMilesGorfy]

Well done Sarah, amazing result. Really feel for you in the dark moments, well done pulling through.

[@kathyrunsaround3393]

Great video. Well done on the run Sarah. Runna seems like a good app, providing not only running but other resources too. With a years subscription I would firstly try for a 5k pb. I am generally an ultra runner and Runna could hopefully get me well motivated to push hard at a shorter distance.

[@carolineanderson1188]

My maybe slightly ambitious goal is a sub 45min 10k - would definitely need help with that! Really enjoying this video, thanks Sarah! 😊

[@runningchannel]

You can do it!

[@logan.bradley7]

I joined cross country later on in high school and I fell in love with it but I just graduated not very long ago and stopped running for a while. I am currently getting back into it with a goal of competing in my local half marathon, and these videos help me so much with fitness education and motivation. Thank you :)

[@kathrynhilder9609]

Great job Sarah! Amazing time! 😊 After a few years out of the ultra game I'd love to get back to the proper long stuff! Something magic about pushing your body well out of its comfort zone.