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IntervalsRPE 2.5All Out★★★☆☆

THE FLASH ⚡ (SHORT VERSION)

Quick bursts of superhero speed! Short sprint intervals that'll make you feel like you can outrun lightning. Perfect for busy days when you want maximum speed gains in minimal time.

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: Develop neuromuscular power and speed with shorter volume for time-constrained athletes.

Workout Overview

Duration
35m
Distance
5km
Intensity
2.5/10
Target Race
5K
Terrain
track
Difficulty
★★★☆☆
Tags
speedtrackshortintervalsneuromuscularfun

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WARMUP
Training ZoneEasy
Effort Level
3/10
Duration15m
Get those legs charged up for superhero speeds
Segment 1 of 12
35% of workout
150m Lightning Bolt
Training ZoneNeuromuscular
Effort Level
9/10
Duration32s
* Estimated at 3:26/km pace for neuromuscular effort
Channel your inner superhero - maximum speed!
Segment 2 of 12
1% of workout
Recovery
Training ZoneRecovery
Effort Level
1/10
Duration3m
Walk it off like a boss, full recovery
Segment 3 of 12
7% of workout
150m Lightning Bolt
Training ZoneNeuromuscular
Effort Level
9/10
Duration32s
* Estimated at 3:26/km pace for neuromuscular effort
Channel your inner superhero - maximum speed!
Segment 4 of 12
1% of workout
Recovery
Training ZoneRecovery
Effort Level
1/10
Duration3m
Walk it off like a boss, full recovery
Segment 5 of 12
7% of workout
150m Lightning Bolt
Training ZoneNeuromuscular
Effort Level
9/10
Duration32s
* Estimated at 3:26/km pace for neuromuscular effort
Channel your inner superhero - maximum speed!
Segment 6 of 12
1% of workout
Recovery
Training ZoneRecovery
Effort Level
1/10
Duration3m
Walk it off like a boss, full recovery
Segment 7 of 12
7% of workout
150m Lightning Bolt
Training ZoneNeuromuscular
Effort Level
9/10
Duration32s
* Estimated at 3:26/km pace for neuromuscular effort
Channel your inner superhero - maximum speed!
Segment 8 of 12
1% of workout
Recovery
Training ZoneRecovery
Effort Level
1/10
Duration3m
Walk it off like a boss, full recovery
Segment 9 of 12
7% of workout
150m Lightning Bolt
Training ZoneNeuromuscular
Effort Level
9/10
Duration32s
* Estimated at 3:26/km pace for neuromuscular effort
Channel your inner superhero - maximum speed!
Segment 10 of 12
1% of workout
Recovery
Training ZoneRecovery
Effort Level
1/10
Duration3m
Walk it off like a boss, full recovery
Segment 11 of 12
7% of workout
COOLDOWN
Training ZoneRecovery
Effort Level
2/10
Duration10m
Cool down like the speed legend you are
Segment 12 of 12
23% of workout
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Workout Structure

Complete breakdown with effort-based RPE color coding

Training Purpose

Develop neuromuscular power and speed with shorter volume for time-constrained athletes.

1

Lightning Warmup

Get those legs charged up for superhero speeds

Effort Level
RPE 3
Light
Duration
15m
Zone
Easy
Notes
  • 8 minutes easy running
  • 4 minutes dynamic stretching
  • 3x100m strides building to 85% effort
2

Speed of Light Intervals

5 x 150m at maximum speed with generous recovery

Speed of Light Intervals Pattern
Repeat 5x: 5 rounds of 150m lightning bolt followed by recovery
5
×
1
150m Lightning Bolt
RPE 9
Maximum
Duration
150m
Effort Zone
Neuromuscular

Channel your inner superhero - maximum speed!

2
Recovery
RPE 1
Very Easy
Duration
3m
Effort Zone
Recovery

Walk it off like a boss, full recovery

3

Hero Recovery

Cool down like the speed legend you are

Effort Level
RPE 2
Easy
Duration
10m
Zone
Recovery
Notes
  • Easy jogging to bring heart rate down
  • Walking and deep breathing
  • Stretch those speedy legs

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