Treadmill Pace Calculator
Convert treadmill speed to pace and vice versa. Easily translate mph to min/mile or kph to min/km. Switch between kilometers and miles to match your treadmill settings with your target pace.
Why Use a Treadmill Pace Calculator?
Treadmills typically display speed in mph or kph, depending on your location. However, many training plans, fitness trackers, and platforms like Strava use pace (minutes per mile or kilometer). This calculator allows for easy conversion between speed and pace, ensuring your treadmill run intensities match your desired pace from your training plan or previous outdoor runs.
How the Converter Works
The conversion between speed and pace is based on the following equations:
Pace (min/mile) = 60 / Speed (mph)
Pace (min/km) = 60 / Speed (kph)
The calculator uses these formulas to instantly convert between speed and pace as you adjust the sliders or input values.
Benefits of Pace-Based Training
Understanding and using pace in your treadmill workouts offers several advantages:
- Consistency between indoor and outdoor running
- Better alignment with training plans and race strategies
- Improved pacing skills for race day
- More accurate tracking of progress over time
Tips for Effective Treadmill Training
To make the most of your treadmill workouts:
- Use a 1% incline to simulate outdoor running resistance
- Vary your workouts with intervals and hill training
- Stay hydrated and use a fan to keep cool
- Regularly calibrate your treadmill for accuracy
- Use this calculator to match outdoor paces for specific workouts
Common Treadmill Paces for Different Workouts
Here are some general guidelines for different types of runs:
- Easy/Recovery: 60-90 seconds slower than 5K race pace
- Tempo: 15-20 seconds slower than 5K race pace
- Interval: At or slightly faster than 5K race pace
- Long Run: 60-90 seconds slower than marathon pace
Remember, these are general guidelines. Always adjust based on your fitness level and specific training goals.
Converting Between Miles and Kilometers
For those who need to switch between miles and kilometers:
1 mile = 1.60934 kilometers
1 kilometer = 0.621371 miles
Use the toggle buttons in the calculator to easily switch between these units and see your pace or speed in both systems.
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