{"id":91957,"date":"2025-04-18T14:01:12","date_gmt":"2025-04-18T12:01:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/runlovers.it\/?p=91957"},"modified":"2025-04-18T11:07:23","modified_gmt":"2025-04-18T09:07:23","slug":"polimirun-how-to-train-for-a-10k","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/runlovers.it\/en\/2025\/polimirun-how-to-train-for-a-10k\/","title":{"rendered":"PolimiRun: how to train for a 10K and show up ready on race day"},"content":{"rendered":"

The PolimiRun<\/a> on May 25 is a great opportunity to talk about 10Ks\u2014the perfect distance to test both your determination and endurance. It\u2019s a young race, relatively short, and packed with energy and excited people. In short, it\u2019s a party. But to really enjoy the celebration, it\u2019s best to arrive in your best shape. Getting ready for a 10K<\/strong> takes more than strong legs\u2014it takes a well-thought-out strategy. Here\u2019s how to build a solid training plan and the smartest tactics to manage your energy on race day. (And yes, a few tips on the best shoes to carry you to the finish line.)<\/p>\n

The training plan: a winning structure<\/h2>\n

A good 10K training plan (like for PolimiRun) should balance volume and intensity to get you peaking at the right time. Here\u2019s a weekly structure that gradually increases intensity as race day gets closer:<\/p>\n

Phase One (Weeks 1\u20133): Building your base<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n