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Tool 07

Training Zone Calculator

Enter your mile or 5K PR to get your personalized training zones, VDOT score, tempo pace, lactate threshold, and VO₂ max pace. This tool is for estimating paces — going off of feel is still preferential.

: mm : ss
VDOT Score
Estimated aerobic
fitness index
Pace unit:
Lactate Threshold
~88% VO₂max · 20–40 min
Tempo Pace
~86% VO₂max · comfortably hard
Critical Velocity
~91% VO₂max · 30–60 min max
VO₂ Max Pace
~98% VO₂max · 3–5 min reps