5K Fun Run
The 5K Fun Run/Walk is an annual event put on by the Sandy Coordinating Council Sports (SCCS) on the second Saturday of June. The 5K Fun Run is a free event because of the effort of many volunteers who make this event possible. Whether you are running, jogging, walking, or just cheering on your friends and family, the 5K Fun Run is a fun community event for all. Everyone is invited to join us for the Fun Run and recognition after the runners have completed the race.
2019 5K Fun Run
- The 8th Annual SCCS 5K Fun Run was held Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Buttercup Park 1550 East 10075 South (Buttercup Drive) Sandy, UT 84092.
- Thank you for all those who participated in this year's 5K Fun Run.
- Click here to view the Race Results.
- All girls who placed in their categories can contact George or Julie Dansie to receive your medal. (Click here for Contact Information.)
Our 8th annual running of the SCCS 5K Fun Run was held Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Buttercup Park (1550 East Buttercup Drive Sandy, UT 84092) beginning at 8:00 AM. Last year, over 20 gallons of canned food items were donated to Utah Food Bank. Thank you for your generous donations in helping those in need in our community. We will look forward to seeing everyone with their friends and family at the race this year! Mark your calendars and spread the word!
The is a free event but we ask that you bring 2 canned food items to check in to help those in our community through the Utah Food Bank. The most needed items include: Peanut Butter, Canned Tuna, Canned Fruit, Canned Stew and Chili, Boxed Meals, Macaroni and cheese, and Pasta.
HOW MUCH DO YOU NEED TO TRAIN TO BE ABLE TO RUN YOUR FIRST 5K RACE?
Some individuals who possess a reasonably good level of fitness (because they bicycle or swim or participate in other sports) could probably go out and run 3 miles on very little training. They might be sore the week after the race, but they still could finish.
But if you've made the decision to run a 5-K race, you might as well do it right. This is an eight-week training schedule to help get you to the finish line. It assumes that you have no major health problems, are in reasonably good shape, and have done at least some jogging or walking.
If you do have health concerns or are older, please consult your health care provider before starting any exercise routine.
This is a Novice program. You can suite it to meet your exercise ability. But be careful not to overdo it, particularly if this is your first time training for a 5-K.
The terms used in the training schedule are somewhat obvious, but let me explain what I mean anyway.
Rest: The most important day in any beginning or intermediate running program is rest. Rest days are as vital as training days. They give your muscles time to recover so you can run again. Actually, your muscles will build in strength as you rest. Without recovery days, you will not improve.
Run: Put one foot in front of the other and run. It sounds pretty simple, and it is. Don't worry about how fast you run; just cover the distance--or approximately the distance suggested. Ideally, you should be able to run at a pace that allows you to converse comfortably while you do so. This isn't always easy for beginners, so don't push too hard or too fast.
Walk/Run: This is a combination of running and walking, suggested for those in-between days when you want to do some running, but only some. There's nothing in the rules that suggests you have to run continuously, either in training or in the 5-K race itself. Use your own judgment. Run until you begin to feel fatigued, then walk until recovered. Run. Walk. Run. Walk. Another option for in-between days is to do some cross-training: biking, swimming or just plain walking. You get a little exercise, but not so much that you are fatigued for the next day's running workout.
Walk: Walking is an excellent exercise that a lot of runners overlook in their training. Don't worry about how fast you walk, or how much distance you cover. Take time to stop and sniff the flowers or enjoy a scenic view. Not all training should be difficult. If a 60-minute walk seems too much at first, begin with about 30 minutes and add 5 minutes a week until you reach 60 minutes.
The PDF below contains a schedule and is only a guide. Feel free to make minor modifications to suit your work and family schedule. The progression below suggests adding a quarter-mile to most runs each week. That's one lap on most outdoor tracks. If you train on the roads, or on trails, it's more difficult to measure precisely how far you run. So don't worry about it. Approximate the distance.
Some individuals who possess a reasonably good level of fitness (because they bicycle or swim or participate in other sports) could probably go out and run 3 miles on very little training. They might be sore the week after the race, but they still could finish.
But if you've made the decision to run a 5-K race, you might as well do it right. This is an eight-week training schedule to help get you to the finish line. It assumes that you have no major health problems, are in reasonably good shape, and have done at least some jogging or walking.
If you do have health concerns or are older, please consult your health care provider before starting any exercise routine.
This is a Novice program. You can suite it to meet your exercise ability. But be careful not to overdo it, particularly if this is your first time training for a 5-K.
The terms used in the training schedule are somewhat obvious, but let me explain what I mean anyway.
Rest: The most important day in any beginning or intermediate running program is rest. Rest days are as vital as training days. They give your muscles time to recover so you can run again. Actually, your muscles will build in strength as you rest. Without recovery days, you will not improve.
Run: Put one foot in front of the other and run. It sounds pretty simple, and it is. Don't worry about how fast you run; just cover the distance--or approximately the distance suggested. Ideally, you should be able to run at a pace that allows you to converse comfortably while you do so. This isn't always easy for beginners, so don't push too hard or too fast.
Walk/Run: This is a combination of running and walking, suggested for those in-between days when you want to do some running, but only some. There's nothing in the rules that suggests you have to run continuously, either in training or in the 5-K race itself. Use your own judgment. Run until you begin to feel fatigued, then walk until recovered. Run. Walk. Run. Walk. Another option for in-between days is to do some cross-training: biking, swimming or just plain walking. You get a little exercise, but not so much that you are fatigued for the next day's running workout.
Walk: Walking is an excellent exercise that a lot of runners overlook in their training. Don't worry about how fast you walk, or how much distance you cover. Take time to stop and sniff the flowers or enjoy a scenic view. Not all training should be difficult. If a 60-minute walk seems too much at first, begin with about 30 minutes and add 5 minutes a week until you reach 60 minutes.
The PDF below contains a schedule and is only a guide. Feel free to make minor modifications to suit your work and family schedule. The progression below suggests adding a quarter-mile to most runs each week. That's one lap on most outdoor tracks. If you train on the roads, or on trails, it's more difficult to measure precisely how far you run. So don't worry about it. Approximate the distance.
Click on the following PDF files to learn "How to Train for a 5K" and an "8 Week 5K Training Schedule".
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