Can We WIN the Red Bull Running Challenge at Silverstone? | Formula One - The Running Channel

Aug 13, 2025

Intro: This is a quick summary of Can We WIN the Red Bull Running Challenge at Silverstone? from The Running Channel. It’s a fun watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the 5.9 km challenge today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.

Key Points:

Eight runners start with stagger‑start handicaps based on their 5 K personal bests, aiming to finish together on a 5.9 km lap of the Silverstone circuit.
The race is designed as a “anyone can win” challenge; the final meters are a sprint for the win.
The host suggests a target 4 min 30 sec per kilometre (≈22 min 30 sec total) as a solid benchmark, with a slightly slower start (≈3 min per km for the first kilometre) to settle into rhythm.
Practical tips: start conservatively, use the track’s corners to maintain effort, and finish strong with a final surge.

Workout Example:

Warm‑up 5‑10 min easy jog.
Run 5.9 km (≈3.66 mi) on a flat or track:
- First 1 km @ ~3 min /km to get into a comfortable rhythm.
- Remaining 4.9 km @ 4 min 30 sec /km (or your own “goal” pace).
Finish with a 30‑second all‑out sprint in the last 200 m.

Closing Note: Grab your watch, set the paces in the Pacing app, and give the 5.9 km Silverstone challenge a go—adjust the speeds to match your fitness and have fun racing the track! 🌟

Remember, this is a summary of The Running Channel’s video; watch the full episode for more behind‑the‑scenes fun and race strategy.