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Jessica Downey

What is a tempo run, what are the benefits and how do you do it — according to a run coach

Man in a blue long sleeve shirt and black shorts running against a grey paved wall.

Running at a "comfortably hard" pace might not sound appealing, but it's the essence of a tempo run—a workout designed to help you run faster for longer. 

If you’re following a structured training plan, chances are you’ve encountered this workout already. Tempo runs build your ability to sustain a challenging pace, help you manage fatigue better and keep going when it counts.

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