What's a Normal Mileage Level for Runners?

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How much mileage do most runners complete per week? At different levels of athlete, various mileage levels are common. From high school cross country athletes, to college track runners, to sub-elite, pro, and everyone in between, you'll see weekly volume gradually increase over time.


Jason Fitzgerald is a USATF running coach, 2:39 marathoner, and the founder of Strength Running (one of the web's most popular running blogs and coaching businesses). A member of the Greatist Expert Network, he's also the 2017 Men's Running Magazine's Influencer of the Year and a contributor to Competitor Magazine, Active, Runner's World, Lifehacker, and other major media.



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