1K (1 kilometer) is a distance equal to 1,000 meters. It is approximately 0.62 miles.
Distance Conversion
- 1 kilometer = 1,000 meters
- 1 kilometer ≈ 0.62 miles
Running Context
- Running 1 kilometer is commonly used as a middle-distance measure.
- It equals about 2.5 laps on a standard 400-meter outdoor track.
- Average running times for 1K vary by fitness level, e.g., beginners take 6-8 minutes and elite runners can run it in under 3 minutes.
