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This post outlines progressions for two different styles of 800m pace workouts: Single Reps and Sets of Reps. The single reps approach focuses on building speed with adequate recoveries longer and longer durations. The sets of reps method develop your ability to buffer increasing acid levels.

The workout list below is NOT a training program. Check out the post on Five-Pace Training to learn how to integrate these 800m pace workouts into a complete program. The Five-Pace Training model includes workouts at paces anchored to standard race distances spread over two- or three-week training cycles. The post on Choosing Workouts will also be helpful when selecting your training sessions.

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