A Cooper Test is a 12 minute time trial around the track. Off the back of the session, we can take the distance covered after the run and put it into an alogrithm to predict your future race times for 5K, 10K, HM, and Marathon.
This test is a great way to gauge your fitness at a given point in time, it gives you a snapshot of where you are right now in comparision to where you'd like to be in the future.
We shall warm up as a group before we commence the Cooper Test to ensure we prepare appropriately for the session.
6:50pm meet and greet trackside, followed by warm up laps as a group.
7:10pm intro and warm up drills
7:20pm session begins
8:00pm-8:15pm cool down laps, stretch and optional trip to the Rusty Bike for drinks and food.
DO: Check the weather in advance and choose your kit accordingly
DO: Stay hydrated throughout the session.
DO: Pay attention to your form to avoid injuries.
Always listen to your body, the session plan is merely a guide. If you feel excessive fatigue or pain, consider reducing the intensity or stopping the workout.
Remember to adjust the pace and intensity based on your fitness level. As you progress, you can gradually increase the number of repeats or the speed to continue challenging yourself.
Feel free to drop any questions in the main discussion group, and if it your first time, let us know and we can look out for you and give you a warm welcome.
We know it is not easy to join a new community, but we can assure you that we are a friendly bunch who have been present at Mile End stadium for 12 years.