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This is EgoRaces 10K Training Plan, feel free to print and modify the table below, if you need help post a question in the forum.
In a 10K race there are 6.25 or 6 and a quarter miles. 10k = 6.25 miles.
A quick overviewYour body needs a few weeks or months (depending on age and prior level of activity) to acclimate to running long distances. Be sure not to overdue it, stay hydrated, and don't let injuries creep up on you. No one want's to spend 2 months training and not be able to run due to an injury.
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thur | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
Week 1 | Rest | Sprints | Rest | 1mi | Rest | 1mi | Rest |
Week 2 | Rest | Sprints | Rest | 1mi | Rest | 2mi | Rest |
Week 3 | Rest | Sprints | Rest | 2mi | Rest | 3mi | Rest |
Week 4 | Rest | Sprints | Rest | 3mi | Rest | 4mi | Rest |
Week 5 | Rest | 2mi | Rest | 4mi | Rest | 5mi | Rest |
Week 6 | Rest | 2mi | Rest | 5mi | Rest | 6mi | Rest |
Week 7 | Rest | 3mi | Rest | 6mi | Rest | 7mi | Rest |
Week 8 | Rest | 3mi | Rest | 2mi | Rest | Race | Rest |
Rest: Take this day off, you can stretch or even walk a few laps at the park. Nothing strenuous.
Sprints: Do a few sets of 25, 50, or 100yard sprints. This type of training is often called Fartleks.
Miles: You can do more if you wish, just try not to do less.
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