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Convert between pace (minutes per mile) and speed (mph) for running and fitness activities.
Convert pace to speed
Convert speed to pace
This page allows you to convert between pace and speed, two different ways of measuring running performance. Speed is measured in miles per hour (mph), while pace is measured in minutes and seconds per mile.
Table of contents
- Understanding Speed and Pace
- How to use the Pace & Speed calculator?
- Why convert between speed and pace?
- How to calculate pace?
- How to calculate speed?
- Common pace and speed conversions
- Training zones and pace
- Useful links and information
Understanding Speed and Pace
Speed is a measure of distance covered over a period of time, typically expressed in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). Pace, on the other hand, indicates the time needed to cover a specific distance, commonly used by runners and expressed in minutes per mile (min/mile) or minutes per kilometer (min/km).
How to use the Pace & Speed calculator?
To convert speed to pace, simply enter the speed in mph in the first field. The result will show the pace in minutes and seconds per mile.
To convert pace to speed, enter the pace in minutes and seconds per mile in the second and third fields. The result will show the speed in mph.
Example: You run at 6 mph. Enter 6 in the speed field, and you get a pace of 10 minutes per mile.
Example: You run at a pace of 8 minutes and 30 seconds per mile. Enter 8 in the minutes field and 30 in the seconds field, and you get a speed of 7.06 mph.
Why convert between speed and pace?
Speed and pace converters allow you to easily switch between different units of measurement, facilitating the planning and analysis of sports performance and travel routes. The conversion between speed and pace is crucial for coaches, athletes, and fitness enthusiasts who want to optimize their training and understand their performance. It is also useful for navigation and travel, allowing for accurate estimation of travel times.
How to calculate pace?
To calculate pace, divide 60 by the speed in mph. For example, if you run at 6 mph, your pace is 10 minutes per mile.
Formula: Pace (minutes) = 60 ÷ Speed (mph)
How to calculate speed?
To calculate speed, divide 60 by the pace in minutes and seconds per mile. For example, if you run at a pace of 10 minutes per mile, your speed is 6 mph.
Formula: Speed (mph) = 60 ÷ Pace (total minutes)
Common pace and speed conversions
| Speed (mph) | Pace (min/mile) | Pace (min:sec/mile) |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 20:00 | 20 minutes |
| 4 | 15:00 | 15 minutes |
| 5 | 12:00 | 12 minutes |
| 6 | 10:00 | 10 minutes |
| 7 | 8:34 | 8 minutes 34 sec |
| 8 | 7:30 | 7 minutes 30 sec |
| 9 | 6:40 | 6 minutes 40 sec |
| 10 | 6:00 | 6 minutes |
| 12 | 5:00 | 5 minutes |
| 15 | 4:00 | 4 minutes |
Training zones and pace
Understanding your pace can help you train in the right zones:
- Easy pace: 65-75% of your maximum heart rate
- Tempo pace: 85-90% of your maximum heart rate
- Race pace: 90-95% of your maximum heart rate
- Interval pace: 95-100% of your maximum heart rate