8 Week Intermediate 5K Training Plan (RPE Based Training)
8 Week Intermediate 5K Training Plan (RPE Based Training)
Length
8 Weeks
Plan Description
This is an 8-week 5k plan for an intermediate runner or a beginner with some experience and who is semi-competitive, who runs 20-25 miles per week. This plan tops out at just over 5.5 hours of running just past the midway point before the peaking. This plan is based off RPE and also has the correlating assigned zones labeled if you already have training zones established. If additional help is needed please feel free to reach out for assistance.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Run
x6
|
03:29:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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|
03:29:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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- Heart Rate Monitor
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