What is a good high school mile time?

In most parts of the U.S., high school boys who can run a sub-4:00 mile can be very competitive on high school track and cross country teams (the most elite can run an under 3:60 mile). The same is true for high school girls who can run a sub-5:00 mile; fastest times are below 4:40.

In this regard, what is a good mile time?

For an average person who runs for fitness, 7 to 8 minutes is a good time. For a serious runner, anywhere from 4:50 to 6:30 is a respectable time, depending on age and gender. For a great runner, anywhere from 4:10 to 4:40. Females who run in this range are typically elite runners.

Also, what is the average time for a teenager to run a mile? For running just one mile, average high school non-atheletes or fairly sedentary people can walk/jog a mile in 10 minutes. Athletes who run as conditioning for other sports (but aren't track athletes per se) can typically run one mile in 6 - 7 and three or more in under 21 min.

Also question is, what is a good 2 mile time for high school?

9:00 - a really good time; fast enough to make about any college team; national class for high school runners; potential for sub 14:30s 5K/sub 30 10K with some specific training.

Is 7 minutes a good mile time?

From my running experience in High School, I understand that the greater runners run usually close to 5 minute mile times or under, sometimes way under. A 7 minute mile time probably means you are somewhat fit, but it doesn't make you a great runner. So no, this is a good time, but it's not a great time.

How fast should a 15 year old run a mile?

A noncompetitive, relatively in-shape runner usually completes one mile in about 9 to 10 minutes, on average. If you're new to running, you might run one mile in closer to 12 to 15 minutes as you build up endurance. Elite marathon runners average a mile in around 4 to 5 minutes.

How fast is a 7 minute mile?

7 Minute Mile | Pace Chart: 7:00 - 7:59 Pace per Mile.

How fast can Usain Bolt run a mile?

He ran the mile in 3:43.13 in 1999. Bolt, meanwhile, who holds the world records in both the 100- and 200-meter dashes (9.58 and 19.19, respectively), takes 2:10 to run 800 meters. That's a snail's pace relative to Guerrouj.

Is a 6 minute mile fast?

A 6-minute mile is kind of the unofficial threshold of fast endurance running. Even for very good runners who have run much faster competitive miles at peak fitness, if they're a little out of shape then a consistent 6-minute mile pace will take some focus to deliver, especially after the first mile.

How fast should a 12 year old run a mile?

A 12-year-old boy who can complete a 1-mile run in eight minutes and 40 seconds sits at about the 50th percentile in comparison to other boys his age. Any time faster than 8:40 would be considered a good time, since it puts the boy in the top half of his age class.

How fast should you run a mile by age?

Ages 17 to 21 A runner who is 17 to 21 and in good health runs a mile in about 6:30 if he is in the top 1 percent of that age group, according to standards set by the Army Study Guide. Runners should shoot for a time of approximately 8:18 if they want to be in the 50 percent bracket for the age group.

How fast should I walk a mile for my age?

The 1-Mile Walking Test

Age	20-29	70+
Excellent	<13:12	<18:18
Good	13:12-14:06	18:18-20:00
Average	14:07-15:06	20:01-21:48
Fair	15:07-16:30	21:49-24:06

How fast should a 11 year old run a mile?

According to the age-graded calculator and the standard they use for categorizing results: An eleven year old boy of the regional-class (wins most local races) runs the mile in 6:20; a national-class boy (nationally competitive) runs 5:30; a world-class-boy (competitive at all races): runs 4:55.

Is 2 miles in 14 minutes good?

14 minutes is a 7-minute mile for 2 miles, and a pretty competitive high school 5k (depending on your location) is probably under 6-minute miles for 3.1 miles. A competitive collegiate 5k time would be closer to the range of very low 5-minute miles to sub-5-minute miles for 5k-10k.

What is a decent 2 mile time?

TWO MILE TIME TRIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Two Mile Goal/Pace	First 100M	First 400M
18:30 (9:15/mile)	36-37	2:21-2:23
18:00 (9:00/mile)	35-36	2:17-2:19
17:30 (8:45/mile)	34-35	2:13-2:15
17:00 (8:30/mile)	33-34	2:09-2:11

Is 2 miles in 30 minutes good?

Running and Obesity Being able to walk 2 miles in 30 minutes should be indicative of a body that can begin to run, but use caution. If you are significantly overweight, you may be better off focusing on walking and weight loss before you start running.

What is a good 2 mile time for a girl?

You need to run 2 miles within the given time. Men aged 17-21 should complete 2 miles in 15:54, while those aged 22-26 should complete it in 16:36. For women aged 17-21 should complete a 2-mile run in 18:54, and those aged 22-26 should finish it at 19:36.

How do I reduce my 2 mile run time?

On a few of the interval runs, try to run one to two miles at faster-than-goal pace just to push your limit. After each interval run, walk or slow jog for a recovery for one to two minutes. During the second month, increase your distance but keep the pace the same. Shoot for 1/2 mile intervals at goal pace.

What is a good high school girl mile time?

Mile Times for High School Students The same is true for high school girls who can run a sub-5:00 mile; fastest times are below 4:40.

Is running 2 miles in 16 minutes good?

"With each lap, try to be faster than your normal pace. So, someone with a 16-minute 2-mile [run] is running an average of two minutes per lap. That person doing the intervals should try to average 1 minute, 40 seconds in at least the first four laps."

How fast should a man be able to run a mile?

No conclusive evidence exists on “average” 1-mile run times, because there is no scientifically agreed-upon average runner. Opinion varies widely, but most anecdotal evidence places the average between seven and 10 minutes per mile for a non-competitive, in-shape runner.

Is a 12 minute 2 mile good?

No, it's actually quite good, but it's nowhere near as fast as running 2 miles in 13 minutes on a track. Treadmills require some leg strength and stamina, but are much easier than propelling your body along on a field, trail, road, or beach.

How fast can a Navy SEAL run a mile?

SEALs can run 30 miles in a week or more.

Is 5 miles in 40 minutes good?

It's easy to see why when you consider that 5 miles of threshold-pace running will take 40 minutes for an athlete whose threshold pace is 8:00 per mile, but only 30 minutes for an athlete whose threshold pace is 6:00 per mile. A 5-mile threshold run is therefore a much harder workout for a slower athlete.