Question 1

What is a good 5K running pace?

Accepted Answer

Beginner: 8-10 min/km. Intermediate: 5-7 min/km. Advanced: 4-5 min/km. Elite: <3:20/km.

Question 2

How do I calculate my running pace?

Accepted Answer

Total time ÷ distance = pace. 30 min for 5K = 6 min/km. Apps track this automatically via GPS.

Question 3

What's the fastest speed possible?

Accepted Answer

The speed of light (299,792,458 m/s or about 670 million mph) is the universal speed limit. Nothing with mass can reach it.

Question 4

Why do pilots and sailors use knots?

Accepted Answer

One knot = one nautical mile per hour. Nautical miles relate directly to Earth's latitude (1 nm = 1 minute of latitude), simplifying navigation.

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