Read the passage below and review the chart located
here(PDF) or here(DOC). Then answer the question.
A Guide to Training for a 5K Race
This is a guide for beginners who have never run. This is
just the beginning of your running journey. First, sign up
for a 5K race in your area. This is your motivation. Then
follow the chart provided to run 3 days per week. It really
is that simple. Let's get started.
Running Workouts
Review the Running Workouts procedural text. What is
the main idea of step 6 under the first subheading?
O to encourage beginning runners to try the 5K
training plan for 7 weeks
O to encourage beginning runners to exercise even if
they must walk
O to follow the procedure as often as you can and
remember it is ok to walk
O to follow the procedure 3 times a week using the
distances provided
1. Walk for 5 minutes at a brisk pace. This is your
warm-up.
2. Stretch. Try to stretch both your arms and legs.
Reach for the sky and then for your toes.
3. Jog the Monday mileage on your chart for Week 1. It
is ok to walk! Just finish your distance.
