5 KM Advanced Plan - L4
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the training plans in miles or kilometers?
Are the training plans in miles or kilometers?
We have written the training plans in both miles and kms, both of which are included in the PDF file so you can refer to whichever one suits you.
The pace charts are also in miles and km's too.
How will I receive my plan?
How will I receive my plan?
You will receive an email with a link to download your plan straight after purchase.
You can also click a link on the checkout success page.
This will download the PDF file to your computer, tablet or phone.
What format do the training plans come in?
What format do the training plans come in?
The plans are a downloadable PDF file which you can view on any device or print off.
You will be emailed the link to download your plan.
Please note the plan can only be downloaded a maximum of 5 times.
I feel I am in between two training plans, which one should I go for?
I feel I am in between two training plans, which one should I go for?
Each plan gives the number of days of training per week, so we’d advise going for the one which best fits in with your current lifestyle and commitments.
Also consider the number of miles or km's for the first week and peak week and compare that figure to where you are currently.
The best success will come from following a plan that is achievable given your lifestyle and current fitness.
Customer Reviews
Easy to follow, fantastic sessions. This is my 5th plan I have bought. PB’s all day
Loved this 5K programme. Very well structured with varied sessions and a good amount of goal pace running which really helped me get comfortable at race pace. Ran a 19:20 in March and have just run an 18:25 with a strong headwind (possibly could have gone quicker!) absolutely made up with it and will be purchasing a marathon programme later in the year. Thanks a lot Ben!
Lays out a program and gets you running faster. I especially like the pace charts. My only complaint is this level is a bit low on mileage.
After using one of Ben's Marathon plans, which got me a sub 4 hour on my first Marathon, I have purchased the 5k improver to wedge in before Brighton training block begins. These plans are great value for money and it doesn't matter if you work in miles or kms as these plans cover both.
Very easy to follow with even suggested paces for the various workouts for the time you are aiming for
I thouroughly recommend giving one a try
I am on my third plan now. I’ve PB’d in 10k, HM and hopefully I will achieve my goal with 5k too. These plans are detailed but easy to follow. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed them and it’s given me the focus I needed.
Keep up the great work and thank you :)
Ben Parkes' 5k advanced plan was easy to follow, motivating and totally doable. I really enjoyed the structure each week. After a month of knee injury holding me back at the start of the season, this plan finally got me to a sub-20 minute 5k, a time I had been chasing for so long! Thanks so much!
I came into this running a 20 minute 5K and was struggling to improve, but after working on this plan for around 5 months I managed to cut it down to 16:52. The guide is very well thought out and easy to understand. Would definitely recommend to people trying to take their running to the next level.
Loving these plans I am on my fourth plan now I did the intermediate HM plan and got 2 pb’s with that I am now looking forward to getting a few pb’s with this plan , great stuff as always guys keep up the good work
Het is een goedkoop schema voor het behalen van een optimale tijd voor de 5 km
Great program. A few weeks in and really enjoying it. Offers good structure and is balanced throughout the week. The variety in the longer runs is great!
Customer Reviews
Easy to follow, fantastic sessions. This is my 5th plan I have bought. PB’s all day
Loved this 5K programme. Very well structured with varied sessions and a good amount of goal pace running which really helped me get comfortable at race pace. Ran a 19:20 in March and have just run an 18:25 with a strong headwind (possibly could have gone quicker!) absolutely made up with it and will be purchasing a marathon programme later in the year. Thanks a lot Ben!
Lays out a program and gets you running faster. I especially like the pace charts. My only complaint is this level is a bit low on mileage.
After using one of Ben's Marathon plans, which got me a sub 4 hour on my first Marathon, I have purchased the 5k improver to wedge in before Brighton training block begins. These plans are great value for money and it doesn't matter if you work in miles or kms as these plans cover both.
Very easy to follow with even suggested paces for the various workouts for the time you are aiming for
I thouroughly recommend giving one a try
I am on my third plan now. I’ve PB’d in 10k, HM and hopefully I will achieve my goal with 5k too. These plans are detailed but easy to follow. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed them and it’s given me the focus I needed.
Keep up the great work and thank you :)
Ben Parkes' 5k advanced plan was easy to follow, motivating and totally doable. I really enjoyed the structure each week. After a month of knee injury holding me back at the start of the season, this plan finally got me to a sub-20 minute 5k, a time I had been chasing for so long! Thanks so much!
I came into this running a 20 minute 5K and was struggling to improve, but after working on this plan for around 5 months I managed to cut it down to 16:52. The guide is very well thought out and easy to understand. Would definitely recommend to people trying to take their running to the next level.
Loving these plans I am on my fourth plan now I did the intermediate HM plan and got 2 pb’s with that I am now looking forward to getting a few pb’s with this plan , great stuff as always guys keep up the good work
Het is een goedkoop schema voor het behalen van een optimale tijd voor de 5 km
Great program. A few weeks in and really enjoying it. Offers good structure and is balanced throughout the week. The variety in the longer runs is great!
