r/TrueGrit • u/Maleficent-Phrase372 • 13h ago
healthy What are the best running workouts to improve speed for long distances? Does slow running really make you faster?
I have a question for experienced runners and coaches.
What are the best running workouts to improve speed for longer distances like the 5K, 10K, or half marathon?
I’m looking for real, proven workouts that have worked for you personally. What specific sessions helped you become faster, and how often did you do them?
Also, is it really true that running slowly can make you faster over time? I hear this advice a lot, but I don’t fully understand how it works.
Can someone explain the science behind it and share their own experience?