Build from 30 to 60 Minutes Running

Take your next step after Couch to 5K with our Couch to 5K Plus course, designed for runners who are ready to move beyond simply completing 5K and start building towards running for up to 60 minutes continuously with Longford Striders.

Over 8 weeks, you will follow a simple, structured plan with no guesswork. The thinking has been done for you, so you can focus on turning up, being consistent, and progressing week by week. We train by time rather than distance, helping you manage your effort, build safely, and run more comfortably for longer.

This course is for runners who want to take their running to the next level with structure and guidance. You will develop across different types of running, including easy, steady, and more structured efforts such as intervals and hills. Over the course, you will become familiar with basic training approaches and terminology, helping you understand how to train and what different sessions are designed to achieve.

Each week includes one coached session at Longford Park in Coventry, alongside two independent runs to support your progression. Sessions are designed to help you run more efficiently, confidently, and with greater control as your running time increases. You will be supported by an England Athletics qualified Coach in Running Fitness, experienced run leaders, and a friendly group environment, including a WhatsApp group for support and accountability.

This course is best suited to runners who can already run for around 30 minutes continuously and are ready to commit to three runs per week. Commitment is essential for success on this course, and progress is strongly linked to consistency. We recommend that you only book on if you are able to fully commit to the duration of the course.

By the end, you will be able to run for up to 60 minutes continuously and feel confident following a structured approach to your running, giving you a strong foundation for future goals.

Courses will appear on the Our Runs page when dates are confirmed. If you would like to express your interest in our next course, please click HERE.