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Expert 5K Training Plan: 5 Weeks to Peak Speed
Expert 5K Training Plan: 5 Weeks to Peak Speed
You've got the mileage — now it's time to sharpen it into speed. This 5-week plan for experienced runners uses VO2max intervals, threshold work, and Goal 5K Pace zones to convert an existing aerobic base into a faster race, with a precise taper built to peak exactly on race day.
By Stephen Gendreau
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