11/08/2026
Why do tempo runs?
Tempo runs teach your body to run faster for longer without falling apart.
They help improve your lactate threshold — meaning you become better at maintaining a strong pace before fatigue starts taking over. They also improve running economy, endurance and your ability to stay controlled when the pace gets uncomfortable.
Today: 8km progressive tempo.
2km @ 4:30/km
2km @ 4:20/km
2km @ 4:10/km
2km @ 4:00/km
Start controlled. Increase the pace. Finish strong.
You don’t need to run every session all-out to become faster. You need to teach your body how to hold speed efficiently.