Sounds like you’re on the right track more or less, throw some hills in there and just work hard at it really mate. I was knocking run times down pretty much just doing what you’re doing and being consistent with it. I’ve tried to break it down on another thread but can’t find it, I’m sure it’s there somewhere. Essentially mate just run hard, stretch/warmup, eat proper and stay hydrated, nothing else to it really. I YouTube’d and googled how-to faster 5ks/ faster mile times/ proper running/breathing techniques/patterns and absorbed all I could and just got out there and legged it.Alright lads , what type of runs should I do to get my 2km run time down ? U currently do 4 runs a week where 3 of them are between 3 to 8 miles and 1 run is either sprints , fartlek or intervals .
Thanks mateSounds like you’re on the right track more or less, throw some hills in there and just work hard at it really mate. I was knocking run times down pretty much just doing what you’re doing and being consistent with it. I’ve tried to break it down on another thread but can’t find it, I’m sure it’s there somewhere. Essentially mate just run hard, stretch/warmup, eat proper and stay hydrated, nothing else to it really. I YouTube’d and googled how-to faster 5ks/ faster mile times/ proper running/breathing techniques/patterns and absorbed all I could and just got out there and legged it.
I’m sure others may give you a more comprehensive run down and how best to progress with it but as it’s been said before, there’s no substitute for hard graft, advice can only help/take you so far, the bits we can’t help you with like pushing through pain/being consistent etc is down to you![]()
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If it’s anything like the route we did on PRAC at Catterick the yes it will have hills mateAnyone know what the terrain is like at ITC when doing the 2km run ? I have heard it is quite hilly
So just to be sure, expected hilly terrain for timed 2km for PRAC?If it’s anything like the route we did on PRAC at Catterick the yes it will have hills mate
What times would u reccomend getting on the 2km run before going to prac ?Also mate for us the warm up was pretty much 2 km it’s self. The hills aren’t as bad as what you’ll do out on the 4 miler but just work hard
Of course being under 8:15 , but due to it being hilly it will add on time to the runWhat times would u reccomend getting on the 2km run before going to prac ?
Aim to get the best time possible, If you can do 2km in 7:00 a couple of hills added in-between shouldn't be too much of an issue, also expect to do the bleep test later in the day of doing the 2km run, so you'll be a little fatigued from what I've readOf course being under 8:15 , but due to it being hilly it will add on time to the run
ThanksAim to get the best time possible, If you can do 2km in 7:00 a couple of hills added in-between shouldn't be too much of an issue, also expect to do the bleep test later in the day of doing the 2km run, so you'll be a little fatigued from what I've read
Mate , do u know how much rest you got after Ur warmup 2km run ?Ours was in camp around Vimy barracks which had a big hill near the medical centre if I remember correctly? But have heard from another lad they just did their 2 km out on the training area which is very up and down. Makes you work hard for sub 8.15
Pretty much none at all mate. The warm up pace isn’t as fast as your best effort so don’t over think it but be prepared to work hard. PRAC is all about 100% effortMate , do u know how much rest you got after Ur warmup 2km run ?
Normal practice is that you’ll remove watches and wedding bands for PT. You SHOULD know what your sub 8.15 pace feels like so it is important you give it best effort. For training you are allowed a watch but must be plain in nature and it is advisable you don’t get anything too expensive as it will take a battering. You cannot go wrong with a Casio F91W.@San Carlos do u know if watched are allowed to be worn during the 2km run at prac ?
Gshock watches are pretty good too I’ve had mine for about 3 years working in a warehouse that thing is nukeproofNormal practice is that you’ll remove watches and wedding bands for PT. You SHOULD know what your sub 8.15 pace feels like so it is important you give it best effort. For training you are allowed a watch but must be plain in nature and it is advisable you don’t get anything too expensive as it will take a battering. You cannot go wrong with a Casio F91W.
@San Carlos do u know if watches are allowed to be worn during the 2km run at prac ?