THE 1500 PROJECT
ROAD TO 2027

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One week at a time. Get stronger, run smarter and chase the next personal best.

TODAY'S MISSION

Find your rhythm.

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Your week

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YOUR PROGRAMME

Week 1 of 24

Building consistency

TRACK SESSION

Rule: controlled efforts, repeatable splits, good technique. Warm up and cool down. If racing that week, replace the track workout.

Rest days are part of training. Your weekly check-offs are stored on this device only.

LEARN THE BASICS

Train smart.

Before each run

Easy runs: start gently. Track or race days: do a full 12–15 minute warm-up.

  1. 8 minutes easy jog
  2. Leg swings: 10 each way per leg
  3. Walking lunges: 6 per leg
  4. High knees: 2 × 15m
  5. 2–3 gradual 60m strides

After running: Cool down

Walk or jog gently for 3–5 minutes. Stretch only if it feels comfortable. Do not stretch into pain.

  1. Calf stretch, straight knee: 20–30 sec each
  2. Calf stretch, bent knee: 20–30 sec each
  3. Standing quad stretch: 20–30 sec each
  4. Gentle hamstring stretch: 20–30 sec each
  5. Hip flexor stretch: 20–30 sec each

Stretching is for comfort and mobility, not a guarantee against injury.

20-minute strength

Once a week to start. Controlled movements, good form. Ask a coach for technique help.

  1. Split squats: 2 × 8 each leg
  2. Calf raises: 2 × 10 each leg
  3. Glute bridges: 2 × 12
  4. Step-ups: 2 × 8 each leg
  5. Side plank: 2 × 20–30 sec per side
  6. Single-leg balance: 2 × 30 sec each

How hard is hard?

Easy run: 3–4 out of 10

You can talk in full sentences. This is where endurance grows. Slower is fine.

Controlled intervals: 6–7 out of 10

Breathing harder, but each rep should look and feel similar. Don't sprint the final one.

Strides: quick, relaxed, short

Gradually accelerate to a fast but smooth pace; walk back and recover fully.

What if something hurts?

Stop if pain changes your running, becomes sharp or persists. Let a parent or coach know. Persistent Achilles, shin or knee pain needs professional assessment.

FUEL + RECOVER

Eat. Run. Recover.

You're growing and training. Eat enough; don't count calories or try to lose weight to get faster.

BEFORE SCHOOL

Eat breakfast

Porridge with milk and banana, or eggs on toast plus fruit.

SCHOOL LUNCH

Pack proper fuel

Chicken or tofu and rice, a substantial sandwich, or pasta, plus fruit and vegetables.

BEFORE TRAINING

Top up 30–90 min before

Banana, toast, cereal or yoghurt. Adjust timing to what your stomach tolerates.

AFTER TRAINING

Refuel

Milk and a sandwich, yoghurt with fruit and cereal, or a normal meal with carbohydrates and protein.

The simple rules

  • Eat regular meals and snacks. Don't skip meals.
  • Carbs are running fuel: rice, pasta, potatoes, oats, bread and fruit.
  • Include protein through the day for growth and recovery.
  • Drink water regularly, especially in Brisbane heat.
  • Sleep approximately 8–10 hours each night.
  • Most sessions don't need gels, powders or energy drinks.
On very hot or humid days, shorten or move training, find shade and tell an adult if you feel dizzy or unwell. Training safely matters more than a split time.
YOUR SCOREBOARD

Beat your old self.

LATEST RECORDED 1500m
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