For example, if you want to run a 5K in under 30 minutes, the chart shows that you need to average about 9:40 minutes per mile. Knowing that pace, you can then structure your training accordingly.

I counted down the laps, eight laps to go, seven laps to go, and maintained my pace as darkness set in. I crossed the finish line in second place at 9:36 p.m., a big smile on my face, with a time ...

Use this running pace calculator to work out how fast to run your next race, plus expert advice on how to set your target times for 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon events.

Pace vs Feel: How to Determine Which Metric Is Right for You Everyone could probably benefit from running one or two runs per week by feel, based on all the above benefits!