5K training

A 5K plan that adapts after every run.

Runiva turns your current fitness, weekly availability, and target race date into a practical 5K block with paces you can actually follow.

No credit card required · Free plan available forever

Product fit

  • VDOT-calibrated easy, tempo, threshold, and interval paces
  • 4-10 week 5K blocks for beginners through advanced runners
  • Route and pacing guidance ready before each workout

VDOT

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AI

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GPS

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How Runiva helps

5K Training Plan App

Build toward your next 5K with an adaptive VDOT-based plan, exact pace targets, automatic routes, readiness checks, and AI run feedback.

Built around your current speed

A recent race or time trial calibrates the plan so workouts start at the right intensity.

Short races still need structure

The plan balances easy volume, quality sessions, and recovery instead of stacking random fast runs.

Adjusts when life interrupts

Missed runs and low readiness reshape the week without turning the plan into guesswork.

FAQ

How long is a 5K plan?

Most runners use 4-10 weeks depending on current fitness and race date.

Is this only for beginners?

No. Runiva calibrates pace targets from your current fitness, so it works for first-time and faster 5K runners.

Free

$0/month

For starting structured training without committing to a race block.

  • 5K and 10K plans
  • Standard GPS routes
  • Run log and history
  • Basic real-time pace tracking
  • Weekly workout summary
  • Achievements and streaks
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Pro

$9/month

For runners with a race on the calendar who need a plan that adjusts when life does.

  • Everything in Free
  • Half marathon and marathon plans
  • Adaptive plan adjustments
  • AI coach notes after every run
  • Fatigue dashboard
  • Race prediction and pacing strategy
  • HealthKit and Garmin sync
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Start

Your next race block can start today.

Tell us your race. Get a plan calibrated to your fitness. Open your first route before your next run.

No credit card required · Free plan available forever · Cancel Pro anytime

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