Running Pace Explained
Whether you are training for a "Couch to 5K" or trying to qualify for Boston, knowing your pace is essential. Pace is defined as the time it takes to cover a specific distance (usually 1 mile or 1 kilometer).
Common Race Benchmarks
- Sub-30 5K: Requires a pace of 9:39 per mile (6:00 per km).
- Sub-60 10K: Requires a pace of 9:39 per mile (6:00 per km).
- Sub-2 Hour Half: Requires a pace of 9:09 per mile (5:41 per km).
- Sub-4 Hour Marathon: Requires a pace of 9:09 per mile (5:41 per km).