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A 5K pace calculator converts a target finish time into the pace per kilometre or mile you must maintain throughout the 5,000m race. It also calculates splits — the time at each km or mile marker — to help with race strategy.

Formule

Pace per km = Target time (seconds) / 5

Guide étape par étape

  1. 1Pace per km = Target time (seconds) / 5
  2. 2Pace per mile = Target time (seconds) / 3.107 (miles in 5km)
  3. 3Average speed (km/h) = 18 / (pace per km in minutes)

Exemples résolus

Entrée
Target 25:00 finish
Résultat
5:00/km pace · 8:02/mile · 12.0 km/h
Solid recreational runner target
Entrée
Target 20:00 finish
Résultat
4:00/km pace · 6:26/mile · 15.0 km/h
Competitive club runner level
Entrée
Target 35:00 finish
Résultat
7:00/km pace · 11:16/mile · 8.6 km/h
Common beginner goal

Questions fréquentes

What is 5K Pace?

A 5K pace calculator converts a target finish time into the pace per kilometre or mile you must maintain throughout the 5,000m race. It also calculates splits — the time at each km or mile marker — to help with race strategy

How accurate is the 5K Pace calculator?

The calculator uses the standard published formula for 5k pace. Results are accurate to the precision of the inputs you provide. For financial, medical, or legal decisions, always verify with a qualified professional.

What units does the 5K Pace calculator use?

This calculator works with inches, kilometres, miles, kilometres per hour. You can enter values in the units shown — the calculator handles all conversions internally.

What formula does the 5K Pace calculator use?

The core formula is: Pace per km = Target time (seconds) / 5. Each step in the calculation is shown so you can verify the result manually.

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