Productive 1km Repeats

Productive 1km Repeats

Workout - Productive 1km Repeats

  • 15min @ 8'00''/km
  • 5 lots of:
    • 1.0km @ 4'30''/km
    • 3min rest
  • 15min @ 8'00''/km
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Here’s a summary of GARMIN RUNNING WATCH BULLYING YOU? EASY FIX from That Running Guy. The watch is solid, and this breakdown will help you test out the training approach today. See the full video if you want the complete breakdown.

Key Points:

  • The foundation rests on three components: a long run each week, a dedicated speed session, and easy-paced running filling the remaining days.
  • Long runs develop your aerobic base – target 1.5–2 hours at a pace where you can chat comfortably (roughly 65–75% of your max heart rate).
  • Speed work with 1 km or 1 mile repeats sharpens your cadence – complete each repeat slightly quicker than your 5k race pace, with short rest periods between.
  • Easy-paced runs build weekly mileage without adding fatigue – stay in the conversational zone and bump your total mileage by roughly 10% each week.

Workout Example:

  1. Long Run – Once weekly, log 1.5–2 hours on trails or open paths at a relaxed, conversational effort level.
  2. Speed Session – Once a week, select either:
    • 1 km repeats: 4–6 repetitions with 3 minutes of easy jogging between each, pace slightly above your 5k race pace.
    • 1 mile repeats: 4–6 reps with 4 minutes rest, again a touch quicker than 5k pace.
  3. Easy Runs – Round out your week with 2–10 mile runs at a conversational intensity; keep an eye on your heart rate to stay clear of the ‘unproductive’ zone.

Closing Note: Put this three-part structure into practice this week, adjust the speeds based on where your fitness sits, and log your sessions in the Pacing app. The watch will stop flagging ‘unproductive’ workouts, and your results will follow.

References

Inspired by That Running Guy

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