Sub 35 minute 5K pace
To run a 5K in 35:00 you need to be running 11:16 per mile, or 7:00 per kilometre. That is 5.33 mph, or 8.57 km/h.
Split breakdown - 11:16/mile (7:00/km)
| Mile | Split | Clock |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11:16 | 11:16 |
| 2 | 11:16 | 22:32 |
| 3 | 11:16 | 33:48 |
| 3.11 | 1:12 | 35:00 |
| Km | Split | Clock |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7:00 | 7:00 |
| 2 | 7:00 | 14:00 |
| 3 | 7:00 | 21:00 |
| 4 | 7:00 | 28:00 |
| 5 | 7:00 | 35:00 |
Equivalent race times for other distances
| Distance | Equivalent time | Every split |
|---|---|---|
| Mile | 10:32 | — |
| 10K | 1:12:53 | Splits for a 1:12:53 10K |
| Half marathon | 2:40:59 | Splits for a 2:40:59 Half marathon |
| Marathon | 5:28:30 | Sub 5:30 marathon pace |
| 50K | 6:29:50 | — |
| 100K | 13:00:38 | — |
Equivalents come from the same VDOT model as the race time predictor, which assumes you are trained for each distance.
Training for a sub 35 minute 5K
Browse 5K training plans on Training Plan.
To see what your current fitness predicts, enter a recent race in the race time predictor.
Fine tune your goal pace with the race pace calculator.