1. What is Age Graded Running?

Age graded running is a method to compare running performances across different age groups by adjusting times based on age-specific performance factors. It allows runners of all ages to compare their performances fairly.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the age graded running formula:

Where:

• Time — Your actual running time in minutes:seconds
• Age Factor — A coefficient based on your age, gender, and distance

Explanation: The age factor accounts for expected performance differences due to age, allowing comparison to prime-age performances.

3. Importance of Age Grading

Details: Age grading helps runners track their performance relative to their age group and overall potential. It's particularly useful for masters athletes (over 40) to compare current and past performances.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your race time in MM:SS format, your current age, gender, and race distance. The calculator will show your age-adjusted performance and the age factor used.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why use age grading?
A: Age grading allows fair comparison of performances across different age groups and helps athletes understand their performance relative to their potential.

Q2: What's a good age graded percentage?
A: 60-70% is average for recreational runners, 70-80% is good, 80-90% is excellent, and 90%+ is world class.

Q3: How accurate are age factors?
A: Factors are based on statistical analysis of performances across age groups. They're most accurate between ages 20-80.

Q4: Do age factors change over time?
A: Yes, factors are periodically updated as more performance data becomes available.

Q5: Can I use this for training?
A: Yes, age graded results can help set appropriate training paces and goals based on your age.