12 Weeks to Stronger, More Confident 10km Running
If you’ve been running consistently but want to take your 10km to the next level, it’s time to train with purpose. Build the Stride is a 12-week structured 10km training plan designed to help runners move from consistent completion to strong, confident performance.
At CoachRay.nz, I’ve created this plan to provide clear, progressive guidance, helping you develop the strength, durability, and pacing skills that make all the difference over 10km. No guesswork, no wasted miles — just results-focused coaching.
Why Build the Stride Works
Many runners reach a point where running consistently is no longer enough to improve. Build the Stride bridges the gap between beginner training and performance-oriented running, helping you:
- Develop aerobic strength to maintain pace comfortably
- Improve endurance and durability for the full 10km
- Enhance pacing and efficiency, so you finish stronger
- Build confidence with structured, repeatable workouts
Over 12 weeks, each session is carefully planned to challenge you without overloading your body, ensuring sustainable progress from start to finish.
Who This Plan Is For
Build the Stride is perfect if you:
- Can comfortably cover 10km but want more structure
- Want to run the distance with strength and confidence
- Are ready for training that balances effort, recovery, and progression
- Aim to improve your 10km performance without risking burnout
- Can already run for 60min
This plan is ideal for beginner/intermediate runners who want to feel stronger, smarter, and more capable on race day or training runs.
How You’ll Train
The plan follows a clear weekly rhythm, combining:
- Steady aerobic runs for endurance
- Purposeful quality sessions to develop speed and strength
- Recovery runs and rest days to maximise adaptation
Each week builds on the last, so you’ll feel progressing safely and consistently, culminating in a 10km run where you’re ready to perform at your best.
The Outcome
After 12 weeks, you’ll be a stronger, more confident 10km runner — capable of holding pace, maintaining form, and finishing your run feeling in control. Build the Stride turns consistent running into measurable performance improvements.
Affordable, Coaching-Led Training
For just $59 per week, you get a complete, coaching-led plan that guides you every step of the way. It’s the smart, structured way to train smarter, not just harder, and see real improvement over 10km.
Start Building Your Stride Today
Your strongest 10km is within reach. Commit to 12 weeks, follow the plan, and run stronger and more confidently than ever before.
Train with purpose. Build strength. Run your best 10km yet.