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12 Week Run Speed Development

Includes Structured Workouts

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Author

Michael hollinshead

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Length

12 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


Learn More about Structured Workouts.

Plan Description

This plan is designed for runners with a weekly base mileage of 25-40 miles (40-65km). Throughout this plan, the weekly volume will stay around 25-30 miles each week.

Runners to add more base volume as needed, but focus should remain on speed workouts.

Due to the nature of training for run speed, it is recommended that athletes take extra recovery days if their legs are sore of fatigued from prior workouts.

By the end of these 12 weeks, runners should see an increase in their threshold, v02, and running efficiency. Performing a 5k, 10k, or half marathon following this plan should result in faster times.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x5
24mi 10mi
Day Off x2
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Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
24mi 10mi
Day Off
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Training Load By Week


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Michael Hollinshead

Personalised one-on-one coaching for athletes ready to push their limits. Whether your goal is to improve distance or increase speed over a set distance, every programme is built around you. Through tailored training plans, focused feedback, and ongoing support, I help you train with purpose, stay motivated, and achieve measurable performance gains. This is coaching designed to help you move faster, go farther, and reach your full potential.


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