5 KM Advanced Plus Plan - L5

Name: 5 KM Advanced Plus Plan - L5
Brand: Parkes Running
SKU: BPP020P
Price: 8.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)

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£8⁰⁰ GBP

Plan

Plan Only Plan + Strength Routine

Product variants

About this plan

Welcome to the Advanced + 5k Plan!

I’ve designed this for anyone who has already broken 18 minutes in the 5k and is looking to improve on their time.

There is a pace chart so you know exactly how fast your runs should be.

A full glossary of terms is included so you'll always know what to do.

Loads of tips each week so you can learn along the way and stay motivated!

Everything you need to get you a 5k PB and have fun doing it! Come back and let me know how you got on, it's great to hear your stories!

Plan Details / Who is this for?

I’ve designed this for anyone who has already broken 18 minutes in the 5k and is looking to improve on their time.

The first week is 26 miles / 58km.

The biggest week is 56 miles / 90km.

Six to eight runs each week, with at least one rest day.

The plan has both miles and kilometres.

10 weeks in length, with easy to understand structured training with time set aside for you to implement your own strength training.

Optional Strength Routine Add On

The 'Plan + Strength Routine' option includes the full plan plus 3 integrated "at home" strength routines with warm up and cool down exercises.

Beginner friendly and easy to follow.

No equipment necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions

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?

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?

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?

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.

Thank you Ben for the offered plans, they give opportunities to achieve better results and new record's. If you are willing to put in the work to follow the plan then it definitely works out. Thank you again for the training programs as well as the stylish running attire.

Interesting & motivating

Feeling faster & fitter after following this plan...!!
It's essential to have a plan like this from Ben.
Fail to plan, plan to fail...Lol
Thanks 👍👍

Really well structured resource

Amazing plan, with thoughtful additions like the pacing chart and plans in miles and kms. Week 1 down, 9 to go!

Simple, fun and easy to follow

This plan has given me an extra boost of excitement to get to work toward my next race. Also, with this price, how can you complain?

Simply, clear and effettive

Since following Ben's program I have improved over all distances, especially by setting the best time on the 10k. Thank you ben, from Italy.

Great Plan

This is the 5th plan I've purchased from Ben and each time I have achieved the target time. I'm currently in the middle of this 5k lvl 5 plan and I already did a 5k PB in a training session. The plan is varied and challenging without being excessive. In general great training plan.

Good plan!

Have used a few of these plans. It gives me structure to my week and is super easy to follow. Would 100% recommend. I plan on using this for a 10k after my 5k race

Solid Training Plan

Quite pleased with the comprehensive training plan I received. A finely detailed report that provides the nuanced info that will take my performance to the next level. Thank you!

My review

Plan is very good, it would be cool if there could be some weightlifting involved but idk how you would do that because everyone is different.

Simple to follow to get it done

I followed this plan for a sub 4 goal , I loved how simple it was to follow and program the workouts into my garmin. I didn't achieve the goal as I injured myself 2 weeks out and took a complete week off running I re-adjusted my goal and managed to get round in 4h.08. Note to self: I should have followed the strength and conditiong plan

Great Tee to show your dedication to running

Got my Sub-3 Club Tee at the London Marathon Expo by meeting Ben and Sarah in person.

Great tee from great persons.

Thanks Ben & Sarah

A plan that asks for dedication & rewards in return.

I'm 58 and after last year's Canberra Half Marathon with a finishing time of 1.54 using another training plan, I wanted to do this year's race and see if I could get close to a 1.45 time so I downloaded BP's L3 Half Marathon plan and accompanying strength training guide. Having followed the plan religiously for the first 9 weeks, I then picked up a lower leg injury resulting in almost a week of training and fortunately was then able to get back into running and completed the race in 1.46, or what equated to 4.59/km pace. To be honest, at this point i was just hoping to either beat my previous year's time or get down to 1.50 so my final finishing time really is testiment to a plan that pushes your running the right way without breaking you. Highly recommended and thank you Ben.

Goal achieved despite setbacks!

Goal was for at least sub 40. Was a bit doubtful at the start as I was on the higher end of the pacing chart for 40mins. I started to achieve better targets as the plan went on as I knew if I could run the paces come the end of the plan I had a good chance. A few missed sessions due to some family illnesses in week 5, a week missed between week 8 and 9 due to a tooth extraction, so was not the smoothest training block. Come race day and every came together! Clocked 39:17 for the 10k and was delighted!!

I absolutely loved the double speed work sessions and feel like they contributed massively to my success. The progression runs also were magic! Although I do tend to love that type of workout.

Have already bought the half marathon program with the goal for September.

Don't like running? Then this is for you!

2019, the year I fell out of love with running! Fast forward to 2025 and my love for running is BACK! And it's back due to the training plans of Parkes Running, plain and simple... the plans are perfectly structured for you to achieve your goal! I started with the 10k one and this year have just completed my first half marathon using Ben's plan! Now onto the In-Between Races Plan L2 and loving it! All the plans are well put together, easy to follow and THEY WORK! Plain and simple... Give them a try, highly recommended!

Very well packaged and delivery was fast. More than happy with the fit and feel of this singlet. Extremely comfy to wear and let's not forget the eye catching colours.

Super comfortable, looks fantastic

Confession: I bought this as a last minute vest for The Newport Marathon and never tested it before the race. I know you shouldn't do stuff like that but I had 100% faith in the Soar brand because they're held in such high regard. You don't even realise you're wearing it, and that is most helpful in a marathon when you want to keep the discomfort to a minimum. It looks great too. I followed Ben's Level 4 Marathon training plan and wanted to represent the brand and feel good on the start line. The vest definitely helped with that. I'm 5ft 9" with a 36" chest and the SMALL fitted perfectly.

Wow!

Great fit, super comfortable. Fits true to size. Another great product from Ben! 10/10 would recommend.

Getting it done t-shirt

Bought this running t-shirt for a 100 miler I had coming up, fitted perfectly and passed a few training runs.
So wore it on the 100 miler and it performed amazingly, so happy with it.

Fantastic As Always!

I'm on to my third training plan from Ben now, great set up and easy to follow. Paired with the YouTube channel for further motivation!