SOMEHOW Ran My FASTEST Ever Parkrun - That Running Guy

Aug 13, 2025

Intro: This is a quick summary of SOMEHOW Ran My FASTEST Ever Parkrun from That Running Guy. It’s a great watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the workout today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.

Key Points:

Run faster by training less: Cut back to 4‑day weeks to reduce fatigue.
Train in the right zones: Avoid the “gray zone” (zone 3) and keep easy runs truly easy, hard runs truly hard. This polarized approach is key to getting faster without burning out. To learn how to structure those hard days effectively, explore our guide on Mastering Interval Training: Science-Backed Workouts and How a Smart App Can Personalize Them.
Pacing matters: Aim for even splits, adjusting for wind and terrain.
Use a pacing app to customize the paces for your fitness level.

Workout Example (Parkrun 5 km):

Mile	Target Pace
1	6:00 min/mile (easy start)
2	6:04 min/mile (hold steady)
3	6:09 min/mile (maintain)
4 (final 0.2 mi)	5:15 min/mile (push)

Practical Tips:

Run 4 days a week, focusing on one quality session (intervals, tempo) and three easy runs. That weekly quality session is your secret weapon for speed. For specific workouts tailored to this distance, check out our guide on Mastering 5K Speed: Proven Interval Strategies to Cut Minutes off Your Time.
Use a heart‑rate monitor or perceived effort to stay out of zone 3.
Record each run in the Pacing app and adjust the target paces based on your current fitness.

Closing Note: Give this “run faster by training less” approach a try on your next parkrun, tweak the paces in the Pacing app to match your own speed, and see how much faster you can go. Once you’ve conquered the 5k, these same principles can help you step up to the next level. Find out more in our guide to Mastering the 10K: Proven Training Plans, Pace Strategies, and How a Smart App Can Elevate Your Performance. Onwards & upwards! 🚀