These athletes are truly a testament to what is possible with hard work, dedication, and a love for the sport (plus some good genetics thrown in). And, as a running coach, I believe that we can all learn a lot from the fastest mile ever ran.
We tend to believe as distance runners that going hard for short races won’t provide any benefits, but we are absolutely wrong! There’s a lot to be said for working on your mile times to improve your pace at every distance.
Whether you’re looking to run your first mile without walking, improve on your overall speed or just find a little bit of extra training motivation I think this should do it!
These elite runners remind us not only the value of consistency, mental toughness and smart training, but hope! You’ll see in the mile times that follow the large gaps between improvements and yet, runners have continued to chase that goal.
History of the Fastest Mile Times
The mile has been a classic distance race in track and field for over a century.
From its early days as a test of speed and endurance to its current status as one of the most highly anticipated events at major track and field meets, the mile has a rich and storied history.
In this article, we’ll explore the evolution of the mile and some of the fastest times ever…
