Track & Field
Even Split Pacing Drill
Avoid going out too fast in the opening laps
15 min
3 x 600m at goal pace
Beginner
Why this drill
Builds toward avoid going out too fast in the opening laps.
Instructions
- 1Set a target per-lap split based on goal race pace.
- 2Run each rep checking splits at each 200m mark against the target.
- 3Note any lap that comes in significantly faster than planned and adjust effort.
What to focus on
Consistent, even splits across the repetition.
Recommended reps
3 x 600m at goal pace
Common mistake
Sprinting the first lap and fading badly on the last.