A 10K run is a distance of 10 kilometers, which is equivalent to approximately 6.2 miles (6.21 miles) or 10,000 meters
. This distance is commonly used in road running events and is considered a popular challenge for both beginner and experienced runners. On a standard 400-meter athletics track, running 10K equates to 25 laps
. In summary:
- 10K = 10 kilometers = 10,000 meters
- 10K ≈ 6.2 miles (6.21 miles)
- 10K = 25 laps on a 400-meter track
This distance is manageable for most people and can even be walked in under two hours by many