8 Week 5km Program-ADVANCED
8 Week 5km Program-ADVANCED
Length
8 Weeks
Plan Description
Program Description
This 8-week program is designed for advanced runners who want to run a 5K. The program will require 1.5-4.5 hours of running per week. With this program, you can expect a progressive increase in running mileage and the introduction of running intensity to improve your running pace and economy.
This program uses Rate of Perceived Exertion as an effort metric, which is indicated as RPE in the workout descriptions.
Pre-Requisites:
This program is designed for advanced runners who are looking to run a fast 5km.
Programs to follow this one:
After this program, you can explore other event specific programs. There are 10K, half-marathon and marathon programs available.
Other things you should know:
Run times are indicated in minutes as opposed to distance. Everyone runs at a different
pace so this way you are running the right distance for where you are at in the moment.
Training programs can be physically and mentally challenging. If you have a medical condition or you unsure
as to your current state of fitness please consult with and gain permission from a medical expert before
proceeding.
How it Works
Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
---|---|---|
Run
x5
|
02:57:00 | 01:10:00 |
Day Off
x2
|
—— | —— |
Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
---|---|---|---|
|
02:57:00 | 01:10:00 | |
|
—— | —— |
Training Load By Week
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- Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
- Completed workouts sync with popular apps like Garmin and Wahoo. Learn More
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