Should I run/walk this half marathon this Sunday? I didn't train at all.?
I've run many 5ks and one 10k over the last couple of years. Over the last 8 months I stopped running and gained weight but signed up back in February to run a half marathon. I ran like once or twice a week for the last two weeks to train which is NOT training at all and I can run a 16 minute mile, which is the slowest you are allowed in this race. I used to run a 12.5 minute mile in most of my 5ks. What do you think I should do? Pick up my packet and cut my loss, promising to train better for the next one, or at least try to do it and finish? Of course its non refundable and the 10k is sold out. There is no 5k.
Thanks!
2010-05-14T20:18:45Z
These are such great answers. I'm thinking that it will be wise to spectate and cheer my nephew on in the kids race. I've never just spectated at an adult running event, so that is what I will do. I will continue to train for a half, a 10K and some 5Ks coming up. Or rather I should say, I will resume training in earnest. You people are WONDERFUL.
Doesn't sound like you've really trained at all, and a 16 minute mile is a walking pace for many. And to be brutally frank, a 12.5 minute mile pace in a 5k normally wouldn't indicate you're ready for the average half marathon, either.
I'd be fairly concerned about your ability to complete 13.1 miles, even walking the whole thing.
I'd say it's up to you to know your own body and if it's worth it to you to attempt things, even if just alternating walking and running the whole way. Some courses are more strict about clearing you off if you're not making the minimum pace than others too.
Do be prepared to drop out if you're experiencing any pain or discomfort if you attempt it.
If you've only run once or twice a week for the last two weeks -- at around a 16 minute mile pace -- and did essentially zero for 8 months prior, I'd strongly question if you should be going out to try and do a half marathon, however, especially if it would be your first where you don't entirely know what to expect. Before doing a half, you really need to have no doubt you can cover at least 10 miles and what it's like, and it doesn't sound like you'd be in that category. I'd tend to think your risk of injury exceeds the reward of trying to complete a half marathon essentially unprepared.
You first ought to come to a decision why you desire to do a part marathon. You stated you misplaced motivation and you do not desire to run anymore. If after a couple of days off you continue to consider that approach, then do not run. There are plenty of alternative well aerobic physical games so that you can do not forget. If you're going for walks it due to the fact an individual needs you to run it, you're going to discover plenty of explanations to stop among miles eight and thirteen. Thirteen factor one miles is some distance, you need to desire to run it for you, now not someone else. If you do come to a decision to run it, I could suggest going for walks simply to conclude, do not run for time. That approach a slower velocity. Maybe 10 mins in line with mile. And take a a million minute stroll holiday each and every five mins. Most essential of all, do not run for the following 3 days. You cannot attain any health in three days, however you'll most likely get an harm in 3 days. Good success.
If you don't feel it Don't do it 991/2 will not do 100% was the promise If you plan ahead to do something then nothing less than you best will suffice Why not sit this one out and train in earnest for the next on. That way you will not cause harm to those muscles you need the most. When you don't train properly all sorts of thing happen to the body, from stomach cramps to headaches to severe muscle cramps to dizziness etc. If you have a stationary bike and a treadmill , that would be a great help Think twice, before you act once. You are in my prayers whatever you decide God is love
Do not run that race. You will get shin splints, your muscles will start to ache, and your feet will get flat. The first time i run a half marathon my feet got blisters, i was really tired afterward, and i took it easy for the next day. I run track, and still ended up hurting myself. Although that was my first year running you should start doing 5k's, and 10k's for awhile. If you do the 10k that fine by me, if you have lots of base miles put on you. If you been running for awhile, the go for it. Just remember to pace yourself, and drink plenty of water. Good luck!
Just do it at a slow pace you don't have to go fast or start out sprinting like some idiots do and eventually slow down alot...if its a 5k that should be like nothin its only 3.2 miles? Lol I don't think you'll get hurt, you can walk too if you want, but if you might wake up or be a lil sore if you haven't been running much lol :) Gl