A standard benchmark test of 5 kilometer running endurance.
Benchmark Times for 5k Run
Elite: <33:45
Advanced: 33:45-31:16
Intermediate: 31:16-27:31
Beginner: >27:31
Training Focus
This workout develops the following fitness attributes:
Endurance (10/10): A benchmark test of running-specific aerobic capacity and cardiovascular endurance over a moderate to long distance.
Stamina (8/10): Significant leg muscular endurance (calves, quads, hamstrings, glutes) is required to maintain pace and form over 5 kilometers. Core stamina also plays a role in maintaining posture.
Speed (4/10): Maintaining a consistent and strategic pace over the distance is more important than maximal sprint speed. Finishing kick might involve higher speed.
Flexibility (3/10): Adequate hip flexor, hamstring, and calf flexibility is important for efficient running mechanics and injury prevention.
Strength (1/10): Minimal requirement for maximal strength; primarily an endurance event. Good relative strength helps with running economy but is not the primary limiter.
Power (1/10): Not a power-focused event; sustained aerobic output is key. Some power is involved in each stride, but it's submaximal and repetitive.
Modality Profile
A classic benchmark test of pure monostructural running endurance.
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Training Profile
Attribute
Score
Explanation
Endurance
10/10
A benchmark test of running-specific aerobic capacity and cardiovascular endurance over a moderate to long distance.
Stamina
8/10
Significant leg muscular endurance (calves, quads, hamstrings, glutes) is required to maintain pace and form over 5 kilometers. Core stamina also plays a role in maintaining posture.
Strength
1/10
Minimal requirement for maximal strength; primarily an endurance event. Good relative strength helps with running economy but is not the primary limiter.
Flexibility
3/10
Adequate hip flexor, hamstring, and calf flexibility is important for efficient running mechanics and injury prevention.
Power
1/10
Not a power-focused event; sustained aerobic output is key. Some power is involved in each stride, but it's submaximal and repetitive.
Speed
4/10
Maintaining a consistent and strategic pace over the distance is more important than maximal sprint speed. Finishing kick might involve higher speed.