10 Week - 5km PB Plan - Advanced + Strength | Highly Efficient | Free Coach Support
10 Week - 5km PB Plan - Advanced + Strength | Highly Efficient | Free Coach Support
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
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Length
10 Weeks
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
Learn More about Structured Workouts.
Plan Description
Ready to Elevate Your Running?
This plan is your blueprint to faster 5K times, steady progression, and more confident racing—all while fitting comfortably into your busy life. If you’re aiming to beat your personal best without burning out, you’re in the right place.
The Benefits for You
- Crush Your 5K PB: Experience purposeful workouts that build speed and sharpen race-day focus.
- Increase Speed & Endurance: Gain the stamina you need through balanced sessions that won’t leave you overtrained.
- Peak with Confidence: Hit race day feeling fresh, strong, and fully prepared to perform.
- Stay Strong & Injury-Resilient: Progress methodically so you run with power while reducing injury risk.
Targets of the Plan
- Achieve a faster 5K time with targeted, structured training.
- Boost speed, stamina, and race-day performance.
- Feel confident and ready to excel on race day.
Structured Progression
- Weeks 1–5: Lactate threshold and endurance to build the speed-endurance foundation you need.
- Weeks 6–10: Race pace and speed development to sharpen your speed and prep for a strong finish.
Key Features
- Performance-Focused: Every session is designed with a clear purpose—boosting your speed, endurance, and race-day readiness.
- Time-Efficient: Fit training into your life with 3–5 impactful sessions a week, no wasted miles.
- Flexibility & Adaptability: Weekly guidance to swap sessions when life (or club runs) come first.
- Smartwatch Compatibility: Real-time tracking and feedback keep you informed and motivated.
Who Is This Plan For?
- Experienced Runners: Athletes able to run for 40 minutes and ready to take their training to the next level.
- PB Chasers: Focused on setting a new personal record—this plan is built for that ambition.
- Dedicated Performers: If you’re craving structure, progression, and real results, this plan delivers.
What You Get
- 10 weeks of detailed training, designed for efficiency and impact.
- 3–5 sessions per week, including endurance, speed, and race-specific workouts.
- Strength sessions to build power and reduce injury risk.
- A ready-to-go training calendar and smartwatch syncing to keep you on track.
- Ongoing email support for guidance or a motivational boost.
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Your Journey Starts Here
This plan isn’t just about getting faster—it’s about transforming your mindset and unlocking your true potential. Each session has a purpose, each mile moves you closer to your breakthrough.
How it Works
Quickly view upcoming workouts in the TrainingPeaks app.
Upload completed workouts from your favorite tracking app or device.
Get feedback, stay on top of your training and perform at your best.
Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
---|---|---|
Run
x5
|
04:12:00 | 01:20:00 |
Other
x2
|
00:37:00 | 00:15:00 |
strength
x2
|
—— | —— |
Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
---|---|---|---|
|
04:12:00 | 01:20:00 | |
|
00:37:00 | 00:15:00 | |
|
—— | —— |
Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- This plan includes a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account.
- Access your training plan anywhere on the TrainingPeaks mobile and desktop apps.
- Track your performance with robust data tracking and detailed graphs.
- Plan for your event in the TrainingPeaks calendar.
- Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
- Completed workouts sync with popular apps like Garmin and Wahoo. Learn More
- If plan includes Structured Workouts, then planned workouts sync to compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time. Learn More
Refund Policy
This plan is protected by our Refund Policy and may, with the author's approval, be exchanged for a plan of equal value from the same author.
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