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What is a Minute Per Mile (min/mi)?

A minute per mile (min/mi) is a standard unit of measurement for running pace.

Simply put, it tells you how many minutes it takes to cover the distance of one mile. It's the most popular way for runners to track their pace during training and races. The plural form is minutes per mile.

The Universal Language of Runners

Although most of the world uses the metric system, the running community still measures pace in minutes per mile.

You'll see it everywhere — in training logs and official race results, from neighborhood 5Ks to the Boston Marathon. That shared standard makes it easy for athletes around the globe to compare times and set goals.

How to Convert Running Pace: Miles to Kilometers

If you train or race in kilometers, it's easy to convert your running pace.

To convert from miles to kilometers, divide your mile pace (in minutes) by 1.60934 to get your pace in minutes per kilometer.

Quick Tip: A 10-minute mile is roughly a 6:12 per kilometer (6 minutes and 12 seconds).

What's the Difference Between Pace and Speed?

It's easy to mix up pace and speed, but they describe your run in opposite ways.

• Pace measures time per distance (e.g., 8 minutes per mile). A lower number is faster.
• Speed measures distance per time (e.g., 7.5 miles per hour). A higher number is faster.

For example, running a 6-minute mile is faster than running a 10-minute mile.

To calculate your speed in miles per hour (mph) from your pace, use this formula:

• 60 ÷ Your pace (in minutes per mile) = Your speed (in miles per hour)

Example: A 6-minute mile pace corresponds to a speed of 10 mph (60 ÷ 6 = 10).