Women's Running Magazine

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In two years, former “Biggest Loser” contestant Rebecca Meyer lost more than 100 pounds, gained a new career and found her soul mate. Now she’s paying it forward.

At mile 10 of the Des Moines Half Marathon, Rebecca Meyer changed her life. Meyer had recently undergone a drastic physical transformation: her total weight loss of 122 pounds made her the At-Home Winner on “The Biggest Loser.” Meyer’s mindset, however, was slower to shift.

Boundaries were meant to be broken! Here’s your personalized plan for shattering 30, 25 or 20 minutes in your next 5k.

Craving a 5k personal record? You got it, lady! The following three plans take the guesswork out of training. Whether you want to break 20, 25 or 30 minutes, these programs tell you exactly how often, how fast and how far you need to run each day to meet your goal. By following the guidelines below, we promise that
your next 5k will be your very best.

Strong bones are a female athlete’s best friend. A solid foundation spells lower risk of injury and improved health as we age. As a weight-bearing exercise, running is an excellent way to maintain sturdy bones. But in spite of running’s reputation as a proven bone-builder, women runners often experience low bone density, which can result in stress fractures and osteoporosis. Why the paradox? The answer is hiding in your fridge.