Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) Scale:
1 - AT COMPLETE REST
2 - Walking
3 - Very light jog
4 - Recovery run, extremely conversational
5 - Easy/moderate, conversational and relaxed
6 - Brisk, conversational. (Consider this marathon effort/pace)
7 - Can speak short sentences, heavy breathing (10-mile to half marathon pace)
8 - Can utter words, very heavy breathing (10K pace)
9 - Single words if needed, extremely heavy
Pre-activity comments
The motivation for this workout is to challenge yourself (PE 5) for the .25 and pick up the pace (PE 7) next .06
Workout Details
- Warm-up
- 1.00 mi @ 4 RPE
- Repeat 5 times
- 1.Run
0.25 mi @ 5 RPE
2. Harder
0.06 mi @ 7 RPE
3. Easy
1 min @ 4 RPE
- Cool Down
- 1.00 mi @ 4 RPE
Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) is specific to you and your fitness level. The RPE listed in the Workout Details are suggestions. You are in charge of your own intensity. Always seek the advice of a physician before starting any fitness program.
