Altitude training- conversion pace for normal training

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9 years ago 09/25/2014 4:47pm EDT

Hey LR community,

I will soon be embarking on a training stint at altitude. While I know the short and long term effects, my question is this- are you aware of a percentage/ ratio/ pace chart that converts sea level times to altitude (7,000) feet? Also, as someone who usually runs ~645 pace at sea level (for normal ~60 minute recovery runs), what pace should I expect/ aim for when running at 7000 feet?

Basically I am just trying to figure out equivalent efforts, of what a sea level training pace is compared to running at 7000 feet. I know the race conversions, rather just wanting to know normal training paces

Thanks, any and all feedback is appreciated

9 years ago 09/25/2014 5:18pm EDT

re: sancho

you need to run by effort and throw pace out the window.

you notice altitude when you are running hard, running uphill and recovery after a hard effort.

9 years ago 09/25/2014 6:25pm EDT

re: sancho

6:45 @ SeaL

7:10 @ 7000 If you're acclimatized.

7:20 @ 7000 If you're not.

9 years ago 09/25/2014 10:54pm EDT

re: Mine like wata

thanks this is helpful. I always try to run by feel, so this shouldnt be a problem. Just want to know the conversion of time, as to not freak out when the same effort equals ___ pace.

Anything else I should be aware of or words of wisdom?

Thanks

9 years ago 09/26/2014 12:45am EDT

re: sancho

Recovery days are the worst. Run by feel but don't be afraid to run hard.

9 years ago 09/28/2014 10:59am EDT

re: sancho

If 6:45 recovery is say 145 HR run same HR at altitude. Allow time to acclimate.

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