So, there you go. Six different ways to increase your speed without timing yourself, checking your heart rate, or crunching a bunch of numbers. Take your time and use a variety of workouts until you decide the ones that are right for you. Do not make the mistake of pushing yourself to hard, remember that all running programs have room in them for easy runs. This is when your body strengthens itself, and the easy days are just as important as the hard days. Take the challenge, work hard, and feel yourself get faster, which is rewarding whether you are a casual jogger or a weekend racer.