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IntervalsRPE 7.8Hard★★★☆☆

5K INTERVAL TRAINING

A challenging interval workout designed to improve your 5K race pace and overall speed.

Effort Profile

TRAINING FOCUS

This workout targets multiple training zones for comprehensive development. Focus on maintaining consistent effort levels and proper form throughout each interval.Primary Purpose: Build speed endurance and improve vo2 max for 5k racing

Workout Overview

Duration
45m
Distance
8km
Intensity
7.8/10
Target Race
5K
Terrain
track
Difficulty
★★★☆☆
Tags
speedtrack5k-trainingintervalsvo2max

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WARMUP
Training ZoneEasy
Effort Level
3/10
Duration10m
Easy jogging to prepare your body
Segment 1 of 12
22% of workout
800m Interval
Training ZoneVO2 Max
Effort Level
8/10
Duration3m
5K race pace - comfortably hard
Segment 2 of 12
7% of workout
Recovery
Training ZoneRecovery
Effort Level
3/10
Duration2m
Easy jog or walk
Segment 3 of 12
4% of workout
800m Interval
Training ZoneVO2 Max
Effort Level
8/10
Duration3m
5K race pace - comfortably hard
Segment 4 of 12
7% of workout
Recovery
Training ZoneRecovery
Effort Level
3/10
Duration2m
Easy jog or walk
Segment 5 of 12
4% of workout
800m Interval
Training ZoneVO2 Max
Effort Level
8/10
Duration3m
5K race pace - comfortably hard
Segment 6 of 12
7% of workout
Recovery
Training ZoneRecovery
Effort Level
3/10
Duration2m
Easy jog or walk
Segment 7 of 12
4% of workout
800m Interval
Training ZoneVO2 Max
Effort Level
8/10
Duration3m
5K race pace - comfortably hard
Segment 8 of 12
7% of workout
Recovery
Training ZoneRecovery
Effort Level
3/10
Duration2m
Easy jog or walk
Segment 9 of 12
4% of workout
800m Interval
Training ZoneVO2 Max
Effort Level
8/10
Duration3m
5K race pace - comfortably hard
Segment 10 of 12
7% of workout
Recovery
Training ZoneRecovery
Effort Level
3/10
Duration2m
Easy jog or walk
Segment 11 of 12
4% of workout
COOLDOWN
Training ZoneEasy
Effort Level
2/10
Duration10m
Easy jogging to finish
Segment 12 of 12
22% of workout
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Workout Structure

Complete breakdown with effort-based RPE color coding

Training Purpose

Build speed endurance and improve VO2 max for 5K racing

1

Warm-up

Easy jogging to prepare your body

Effort Level
RPE 3
Light
Duration
10m
Zone
Easy
Notes
  • Start slowly and gradually increase pace
2

Main Set

5x 800m at 5K pace with 2 minutes recovery

Main Set Pattern
Repeat 5x: 5 rounds of 800m interval followed by recovery
5
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1
800m Interval
RPE 8
Extremely Hard
Duration
3m
Effort Zone
VO2 Max

5K race pace - comfortably hard

2
Recovery
RPE 3
Light
Duration
2m
Effort Zone
Recovery

Easy jog or walk

3

Cool-down

Easy jogging to finish

Effort Level
RPE 2
Easy
Duration
10m
Zone
Easy
Notes
  • Gradually slow down to walking pace

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These workouts are for educational purposes only. Always consult with your personal coach or qualified training professional before starting any new training program. They can provide personalized guidance based on your fitness level, goals, and individual needs.