what is the Fastest way for improving my 5k speed? ex high mileage, hills, intervals, fartlek
2007-09-01 14:36:17 · 4 answers · asked by tbrown 2 in Sports ➔ Running
The simplest answer is to take 2 days a week at the track doing 10x100s. Half mile warmup and warmdown, then run the straights and recover on the turns.
Good Luck
2007-09-02 03:10:08 · answer #1 · answered by snvffy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your examples are good except you don't need high mileage since the race is only a 5K.
Mixing tempo runs with fartlek and interval and maintaining distance on the other days is the way to go.
2007-09-01 14:43:15 · answer #2 · answered by lestermount 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow, I usually never say never, but I would really want you to rethink this goal. You could end up getting hurt in the attempt. You are currently running 9 minutes miles, right? Try to run 3 8 minute miles on a track, taking a 1\4 mile walk break and see how you feel. I really just think that is not enough time for you to do this safely, I'm sorry.
2016-05-19 00:32:42 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do about 2 workouts a week (hills, intervals, fartlek). Take your easy days easy and be thankful for off days, they really help you recover.
2007-09-01 14:45:08 · answer #4 · answered by Byrne 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋