5K training and racing is hard, no matter your level of experience as a runner. Even if 3.1 miles is a warm-up for you, the distance can be challenging in terms of speed. If you want to improve your 5K time - whether that's a sub-40 min 5K, sub-30, or sub-20 - this is the episode for you!

We also answered a listener question on run-walk intervals.

Discussion points include:

Further reading:

https://lauranorrisrunning.com/how-to-improve-your-5k-time/

https://lauranorrisrunning.com/5k-pace-chart/

https://lauranorrisrunning.com/transition-from-the-marathon-to-5k/

https://lauranorrisrunning.com/taper-for-a-5k-or-10k-race/

https://www.runtothefinish.com/walking-a-5k/

https://www.runtothefinish.com/first-5k-tips/

https://www.runtothefinish.com/couch-to-5k/

https://www.runtothefinish.com/run-a-5k-in-30-minutes/