10km Find Your Fast – Achieve Your Personal Best in 6 Weeks
This 6-week program is designed for runners who are ready to push their limits and elevate their 10km performance. Whether you’re aiming for a personal best, seeking to feel stronger and faster on race day, or looking to mix up your training routine, this program focuses on speed, endurance, and recovery to help you maximise your potential.
Who Is This Program a Great Fit For?
Intermediate Runners:
- Those with a solid running base who can comfortably complete a 10km distance.
- Runners seeking a time-efficient, structured plan to achieve their speed goals.
Performance-Oriented Runners:
- Those aiming for a personal best or improved race day performance.
- Runners wanting to refine pacing and race strategies.
Experienced Runners Seeking New Challenges:
- Runners looking to embrace faster, more intense workouts.
- Those who thrive on variety and want a plan that includes diverse training stimuli.
Runners De-loading Post Ultra Training:
- Ideal for those recovering from the high mileage of ultra-marathon training and wanting a lower-volume program to focus on sharpening speed and pacing.
- Offers a chance to build speed without the heavy physical demands of long-distance training.
Urban and Trail Runners:
- Perfect for runners targeting fast urban races or smoother, less technical trail courses where speed matters.
Women in Peri-Menopause:
- The program’s balanced intensity and recovery days provide an opportunity to build speed while respecting changing energy levels and recovery needs.
- Strength and mobility work support joint health, muscle recovery, and resilience during hormonal changes.
Who Is This Program Not For?
This program is not recommended for:
Beginner Runners:
- Those who are new to running and do not yet have the endurance to complete a 10km comfortably.
- Beginners are encouraged to complete a foundational program before focusing on speed.
Runners Managing Injuries:
- The higher intensity of this program may not be suitable for runners currently recovering from injuries or managing ongoing joint or muscle issues.
Runners With Limited Base Fitness:
- Those without a consistent running base may find the speed-focused elements too physically demanding, increasing the risk of overtraining or injury.
What You’ll Gain:
Improved Speed: Interval training and tempo runs designed to develop top-end speed.
Enhanced Endurance: Balanced weekly long runs to maintain endurance while focusing on speed.
Optimised Race-Day Confidence: Progression runs and pre-race sharpening to ensure you peak on race day.
Mental Toughness: Structured intensity to build resilience and confidence for race challenges.
What’s Included:
6-Week Training Plan:
- 4–5 sessions per week, blending speed workouts, endurance runs, and recovery days.
- Weekly intervals and fartlek sessions to develop power and speed.
- Progression runs to refine pacing and build endurance.
Access to Community Platform:
- Connect with fellow runners and coaches for motivation and support.
Weekly Coaching Sessions:
- Ask questions and gain insights to adapt your training for optimal results.
Strength & Mobility Work:
- Strength sessions designed to build muscle power and stability, reducing the risk of injury.
- Mobility and yoga routines to enhance recovery and flexibility.
Educational Resources:
- Tips on pacing strategies, nutrition for performance, and mental preparation for race day.
What Types of Events Does This Program Suit?
Fast Urban 10km Races:
- Courses that prioritise speed, such as flat or lightly undulating routes.
- Great for runners seeking personal bests in community races or larger events.
Smooth Trail Events:
- Less technical courses where runners can focus on consistent speed and pacing.
- Suitable for those transitioning between road and trail races.
By the end of this program, you’ll feel faster, stronger, and more confident, ready to crush your 10km goals. Whether you’re recovering from ultra training, navigating hormonal changes, or chasing a PB, this program provides the tools to achieve your best.
Notes of Caution:
This program is designed for runners with some experience and a solid fitness base. The high-intensity sessions may not be suitable for beginners or those managing injuries. If you’re unsure, please speak to your coaches to determine if this program is the right fit for you.