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Originally Posted by Megatron96
I'm only 5' 8" so I get it. Assuming the person is relatively healthy and of at least average height, 8 minute miles shouldn't be that hard with regular practice, imo.
I mean, I ran competitively in HS and a little in college, so maybe I'm not the right person to ask, but I was still able to run sub 8-minute miles (barely, like 7:45+) until I was around 45, with bad knees and ankles. Mostly I think it's a question of proper mechanics and breath control. I mean, 8 minute/miles is only like 7.5 mph. That's a quick jog.
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Years ago Army had a 9 minute mark. Do not know since retired but that was part of the fitness test 4 my age back then. It was based on age. TG. Ran 2 times since retiring. Damn Marines still running I bet tho..