This 16-week beginner-friendly running program, designed by the PACE coaching staff, will guide new runners step by step toward completing RUN716 15K Run & Relay with confidence.

OVERVIEW

The program begins with three weeks of base building, where easy runs are structured by time and early speed workouts help establish your goal race pace. From there, the plan progressively builds endurance, improves speed, and promotes consistency all the way through race day, while helping reduce the risk of injury.

Whether you are brand new to running or returning after a break, this program offers a structured and supportive path to the 15K finish line so you can arrive feeling strong and accomplished. Remember to listen to your body, prioritize recovery, and include 1 to 2 days of runner friendly strength training each week.



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Run Key:

Easy Run:
Should feel comfortable throughout & be able to carry on a full conversation the entire time.


Strides:
Performed at the end of easy runs at about 85% of your max speed to improve turnover and overall running form.

Speed Day Paces:

  • Marathon Pace:
    30 - 60 seconds faster than your conversational easy run pace

  • Half Marathon Pace:
    10 - 30 seconds slower than your 15K pace

  • Threshold:
    Your goal 15K race pace

  • Interval:
    Slightly faster than your 15K pace (about 5 – 10 seconds)

  • Fast:
    Think 5K pace or slightly faster
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