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6 articles on intervals, newest first. Every one is sourced and links to the calculator it applies to.
Sub-Elite 5k Training Plan: 8 Weeks for 15 to 17 Minutes
An 8-week sub-elite 5k plan for 15 to 17 minute runners: six runs a week, peak 78 km, 6 × 1000 m at interval pace, 12 × 200 m reps, 90 % easy. Free.
Intermediate 5k Training Plan: 8 Weeks for 20 to 25 Minutes
An 8-week intermediate 5k plan for 20 to 25 minute runners: five runs a week, peak 44 km, VO2max intervals and 200 to 300 m reps. Built for sub-20. Free.
Beginner Maintenance Running Plan: 20 to 30 km a Week
A beginner maintenance running plan for 20 to 30 km a week: four runs, two short quality sessions and repeating 4-week blocks to hold your fitness.
Beginner 5k Training Plan: 8 Weeks for Sub-30 and Sub-25 Goals
An 8-week beginner 5k plan for 25 to 35 minute runners: four runs a week, peak 30 km, 87 % easy, 30/30 intervals and short reps. Free, from your time.
Advanced 5k Training Plan: 8 Weeks for 17 to 20 Minutes
An 8-week advanced 5k plan for 17 to 20 minute runners: six runs a week, peak 59 km, 5 × 1000 m at interval pace, 11 × 200 m reps. Built for sub-18. Free.
The 30/15 Interval: The Cult Session That Actually Delivers
Rønnestad's 30/15 intervals: 3 sets of 13 x 30 seconds on, 15 off. What the studies found, how to run one, and why the last set hits max heart rate.