Day 29 of 30

Day 29: Stamina: three-minute passages

Holding speed and accuracy over three minutes.

To pass 95% accuracy, any speed

Read today’s tips first

Your session

Rest your fingers on the home row, press any key, and follow the key that lights up. There is no timer until the short check at the end.

About today

The graduation test includes a three-minute passage, so today builds stamina. Three minutes feels long when you are concentrating. The key is a steady pace from the first word to the last, rather than a fast start and a tired finish.

Tips for today

  • Start at a comfortable pace. You can speed up a little in the final minute.
  • Breathe normally. Holding your breath makes your hands tense.

Common mistake

Starting too fast and fading. Even pace wins longer tests.