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Wish you could run 5k? 
We show you exactly how do get there in a way that's easy on your lungs and your legs. 

Don’t start a couch-to-5k app again and give up after a few weeks. We will show you how to start running, and most importantly, enjoy running! 

Starts January 2025 : Follow Online or come to Sandymount in Dublin too. 

Designed and led by Mary Jennings, our Beginners Programme has been running for 15 years and has been followed by thousands of women. 

"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."

Don't put off starting

In 8 weeks you will up at 5k and delighted with yourself. 

Join the waiting list

We will let you know when booking opens. 

"I’m so glad I found Forget The Gym. I never thought I’d be able to run but I was proved wrong. I’ll never look back."

How does it work?

Mary and Aoife introduce you gradually to running, building your confidence, strength, endurance and enjoyment of running. Covering good technique, breathing tips, clothing questions and all the practicalities, you will be guided week by week from 1 minute running on Day 1 right up to 30 minutes running non stop.

Is it right for me?

This programme is suitable for complete beginners or those returning to running post injury, post natal, or indeed after just a long break! If you can run about 10 minutes or more, you would be better joining our more advanced running membership. 

Is it super-competitive?

No! As per all our coaching, there is no competition between our runners. We are all there to support and encourage others in their running goals. We all have different challenges and responsibilities these days, and it's great to have others on our side. There is enough stress and anxiety out there, we want to make running something that will take your mind off your worries and help you get some headspace. 

How does it work?

Over 7 weeks Mary and Aoife will introduce you to running, build your confidence, strength, endurance and enjoyment of running.

Covering good technique, breathing tips, clothing questions and all the practicalities, you will be guided week by week from 1 minute running on Day 1 right up to 30 minutes running non stop.

Is it right for me?

This programme is suitable for complete beginners or those returning to running post injury, post natal, or indeed after just a long break! If you can run about 10 minutes or more, you would be better joining our more advanced running membership. 

Is it super-competitive?

No! As per all our coaching, there is no competition between our runners. We are all there to support and encourage others in their running goals. We all have different challenges and responsibilities these days, and it's great to have others on our side. There is enough stress and anxiety out there, we want to make running something that will take your mind off your worries and help you get some headspace. 

Why run with us? 

Mary has been coaching new runners for more than 15 years and her best selling Get Running book has all the training plans and tips you need to get started. Read more about ForgetTheGym and our team and values here. 

Mary also has developed a whole beginners video based programme with The Irish Times and has a regular running column in the newspaper.

If you can't wait until January to start, take a look in here for other ways to get running. 

Running Tips for you

Why run with us? 

Mary has been coaching runners for more than 15 years and her Get Running book has all the training plans and tips you need to get started. You can also head straight to our blog for more tips. 

Mary also has developed an 8 week beginners video based training programme with The Irish Times and has a regular running column in the newspaper.

Running Resources

Don't put off starting

In 8 weeks you will up at 5k and delighted with yourself. 

Join the waiting list

We will let you know when booking opens.