Guidelines:
SIT (Sprint Interval Training). Use these workouts when you don't have time to do a full run workout. Great to do after a strength workout when you are already warmed up.
RI = Rest Interval
Run Workout #9 Long Steady Distance (LSD) (EASY-MOD)
Run for the prescribed amount of time staying aerobic (EASY to EASY-MOD) and running with a steady cadence of 85-87. Start off slow. Try to run each mile a little bit faster, finishing with your fastest mile.
Run workout #10 SIT (Sprint Interval Training): HARD
Warm-up:
3-5 min EASY
3 x 15s accelerations.
1 min EASY
Workout:
8 x 30 sec (Flat or slightly uphill) MOD-HARD to HARD.
RI = 1-1:30 min walking or EASY running
Cool down:
3-5 min EASY
Run Workout #11 Tempo (MOD)
A tempo run is a continuous run with some build-ups to your 10-K race pace Focus on a cadence of 90 and locking in a steady rhythm.
Warm up:
5-10 minute walk / jog.
3 x 15 sec. accelerations
Workout:
Run tempo for 20-30 minutes EASY-MOD
Cool down:
3-10 min easy jogging / walking.