Wake County Launches Free Couch to 5K Program

Staff Report / apexlocal.org

**Wake County Offers Free Couch to 5K Training Program**

Wake County Government in Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a free Couch to 5K Training Series aimed at helping participants go from walking to running a 5K in just nine weeks. The program is beginner-friendly and open to community members aged 12 and older.

Key details about the program include:

- In-person training sessions every Wednesday evening.

- A weekly training plan provided to help participants stay on schedule.

- A celebratory 5K run at the end of the program to mark your progress.

This fitness program is free of charge and designed to encourage community participation. Interested individuals can sign up at https://ow.ly/pBei50V4u1O. Don’t forget to invite a friend and start your fitness journey together.



Source: Wake County Government

Source Type: Gov

Source Location: Raleigh

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