From 5k to 10k
8 week online course
Imagine 10k feeling as good as 5k does now. If you can't seem to run beyond 5k on your own but would really love to, you are in the right place. Give it 8 weeks, go at your pace and you might just surprise yourself.
How does it work?
- You don't have to travel anywhere. Mary literally comes to your front door - virtually.
- You press play on all the lessons and audios at a time that suits you.
- You go at your pace and together we build your running confidence, fitness and skill.
- You decide the schedule that fits in with your life and we support you ever step.
- In 8 weeks time you'll be confidently running 10k as easily as you run 5k now!
A look inside
This course is structured to include everything you need when you are building up distance and confidence, exactly when you need it.
Weekly Coaching
Each week in your inbox will be a new coaching video and podcast for on the run.
Training Plan
Different for everyone. You get to choose your days, route and walk breaks.
Bonus Resources
From yoga to strength videos, we have lessons to support all your questions.
Special Treat
At the end of your course we send you a treat to help you celebrate your success!
Inspiration
We share stories and tips from others in our community who have been in your shoes.
Ask a Coach Q&A
Consider us your coach in your pocket. Contact us any time with any questions you might have.
Lifetime Access
Sign up once and access anytime. We know life happens - so the course will always be there for you
App and Podcast
Your coach, cheerleader and running buddy in your pocket. Our app makes it easy to press play.
"I really enjoyed the training programme. I've never done a 10k race before and the weekly videos gave me lots of encouragement and motivation to keep going. I especially enjoyed the podcasts – it was great listening to them while running, they are so interesting and made so much sense. I’m looking forward to running the mini marathon now instead of dreading it!" Deirdre, May 2025
This course is for you if:
- You can run 5k but not much more.
- You would love to build up to 10k.
- You're overwhelmed by all the conflicting running advice on the internet.
- You are determined to get out the door 3 times per week.
- You want to get to 10k but also want to enjoy the challenge of something new.
- You have a mental block once you get to about 6k!
- You want to learn how to make running feel easier and more fun.
In 8 weeks time, you'll be so proud you signed up and started now.
Let's do it"You have changed me completely. I used to be the person that would work late, bring work home and the stress that goes with it! Now work and stress are left at work, and I am always off out for my run after work. I am a different person, and running really is free therapy!" G.
What makes us different
Why does it work?
- For 20 years we have been helping women to start running and actually enjoy it. Coach Mary knows all your excuses, doubts and insecurities about getting out the door and has designed this 8 week course to help you build up
- It's not about keeping up with others or being too strict on schedules. It's about setting yourself a challenge, adapting the training as you need to and learning lots along the way to help you enjoy running more as well as building your distance.
- We know you are busy and life can sometimes get in the way. Thats why you have lifetime access to the course and should you need to take a break you can dip back in at any time.
- We are only a message away. At any time you can get in contact with Mary to ask for help, support and guidance on any element of the training.
"I’m so glad I found ForgetTheGym. I never thought I’d be able to run but I was proved wrong. I’ll never look back."
Frequently Asked Questions
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