If I were to do a 1000m time trial and rest for a while and did at least 5x300s @ mile pace (45-60 sec. rests between each 300), what should the recovery be between the 1000m and the 300s. I add the 300s just to get at least somewhat of a good workout.
45 seconds or less, especially if you give yourself a full recovery after the 1k.
Since you are using the 300's to work on pace while fatigued, consider an active rest of 100 meters in 25-30 seconds between the 300 reps.
Alright sounds like a plan. I like active recoveries too. What about after the 1000m though
With years of trail and error as a coach I usually find middle distance runners fully recovered by 6 minutes and no more than 8, but you may vary.
Aince the 300's are about rhythm and pace, if 5 would be a struggle at all, switch it to 2 sets of 3 with 1:30-2:00 between sets. Be sure to mentally feel like you are in the middle of a 1500 during the 300s.
What is the intent of the 1000 time trial?
Oh just to estimate the pace and kinda see where I'm at. Thanks for the helpful answer btw
I'd say 5 minutes after the 1000m if you're attempting to run them while fatigued. You could honestly take 8 minutes, possibly 10, and probably wouldn't feel much better than after 5. Just play it by ear, wouldn't go earlier than 5 minutes though
If you go earlier than 5 minutes, you run the risk of not being able to hit your mile pace times for 300m off the short rest