Healthier U’s 2024 “Couch to 5K” program is offering an information session for those interested in beginning a running routine. The virtual session will be held on Zoom on Friday, September 6, from 12 pm to 1 pm. Registration is required, and a Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
The Couch to 5K program aims to assist individuals of all fitness levels in preparing for a 5k run or walk. Participants will have the opportunity to test their progress at the second annual Wolfie Dash 5K on Sunday, October 27, during Homecoming Weekend at Stony Brook University. The event includes a campus-wide 5K run and a one-mile kids fun run and is open to all members of the university community.
“I am nervous about running — I turned 50 this year so my metabolism, body… everything is different,” said SBU employee Jeanmarie Ricciardi. “I’ve never been a runner, but I have always wanted to be. Even if this jump starts some sort of exercise routine for me, it will be worth it.”
The “Couch to 5K” running program was founded by Josh Clark over two decades ago with the goal of encouraging hesitant individuals to start running. It has since gained global popularity with millions adopting it as part of their regular exercise routines.
No prior running experience is necessary; participants only need the willingness to take the first step towards achieving their goals.
For more information, visit the Couch to 5K website or email healthieru@stonybrook.edu.