10k question
Annadel
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I am running my first 10k thus Sunday. The longest I have run is 4.5 miles. Should I run a 10k before Sunday or will I be screwed in the race?
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Not sure what your normal running schedule is at this point (so close to race day), but I'd run whatever your standard run is. I don't believe in adding miles you're not used to the week of a race. If you're used to say, 3 miles, go run that to get the work in and build confidence for Sunday.
Enjoy running your first 10k race!0 -
I would not push any harder now. I would do an easy training run on Thursday and not do anything on Friday or Saturday to make sure your body is ready for your longer run on Sunday. You won't have any real gains the days coming up to your race and risk getting injured and missing it if you push too hard.
I just did my 1st half marathon last weekend and the longest I had previously run was 10 miles. I took it easy the week before and was able to complete the half faster than expected without any problems.0 -
No, it's rest time ahead of the race.
The atmosphere of the event should see you thru those extra couple of miles just fine - just don't start out too quickly off the line.
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No. Rest. Do easier, shorter runs. You'll do fine, just don't start off the race too fast
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Just take it easy now, it's only another 1.5 miles. Assuming your goal is completion rather than a specific time objective then you should be fine.0
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Nope always rest before a race. Best of luck!!! The atmosphere and other runners will spur you along on the day.
Hope you enjoy it.0 -
Short run and rest. Go out slow, enjoy the day.0
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Easy peasy....0
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Just chill and run your race. If you did 4.5, worst case you can fake 6.2. Freaking out and doing a "trial run" is a quick way to screw yourself on race day. The hay's in the barn around 3 weeks pre-race, so at this point, just roll with it 0
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nah, this is your taper week.0
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Congrats on your first 10k!! I just ran my first 10k two weeks ago. I was a bit intimidated as I am more of a 5k kind of girl, but I LOVED it!! I am thinking of training for a 1/2 marathon now Warning: the rush of the race can be addictive!! Anyway, the week prior to my 10k I would run between 3-5 miles each day. I normally lift 4-5 times a week, but decided to skip lifting altogether that week to avoid soreness. Good luck and enjoy!! 0
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Don's make your longest run to date the week of a race.
Just go into it knowing that if you can run 4.5 miles you can run the remaining 1.7-ish. Your body won't shut down at 4.6 miles, it's all mental beyond that. You got this.0 -
Thank you all. Getting pumped for my race. I will just do a short 3 mile run tomorrow and that's it before Sunday.0
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I wouldnt run tomorrow.0
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Thank you all. Getting pumped for my race. I will just do a short 3 mile run tomorrow and that's it before Sunday.
I understand. The pre-race excitement makes you want to go!
Play it smart. Resist the temptation. Conserve your energy for race day.
Your training for this race is complete. The extra 3 miles you're considering the day before your race will not help your conditioning at all. That would be 2/3 of your longest run ever, so there will be some carryover fatigue. Maybe only a little and maybe a lot, but for sure you'll be less than 100%.
If that doesn't convince you, remember that every run has a (very small) risk that you could get hurt - turn your ankle, strain something, slip and fall, whatever. Why risk it?
Just rest. Hydrate. Eat moderately.
You'll finish.
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I agree with the comments above. The extra mile and a half is just another 15 minutes or so. The adrenalin from the race day will push you that far. Just pace yourself well...0
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Agreed with the above about resting and shorter runs ahead of the race. You will probably be OK as you may find yourself having a bit more determination and stamina while running the race with everyone. I know I did in my first 10k. In fact, in the weeks before my first 10k I had been unable to run for more than a full mile, and would then walk for a spell. I had increased my distance to 6 miles on three different run/walks before the race and assumed I would do the same at the race, a mix of running and walking. I ran the whole freaking way much to my surprise! So the first time I ran more than a mile I ran 6+ at an actual race. You may very well find yourself able to do it, as you are closer to the 6 mile running mark than I was.0
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you all are amazing support here. I am looking forward to it tomorrow. Will post my results. thanks friends.
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Good luck! You shouldn't have problems going from 4.5 miles to 10K as long as you pace yourself.0
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Friends I did my first 10k in 1:01:19. I was hoping for 1 hr so this is pretty close. I slowed down around both water stations so that maybe cost few mins here and there. Thank u again for your tips. I decided to not run at all last 2-3 days and I seemed to have conserved my energy. It was great. I am looking forward to my half now. Any tips? I welcome suggestions. What should be my time goal and when should I target( currently thinking in 6 months). Thank u!!0
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Friends I did my first 10k in 1:01:19. I was hoping for 1 hr so this is pretty close. I slowed down around both water stations so that maybe cost few mins here and there. Thank u again for your tips. I decided to not run at all last 2-3 days and I seemed to have conserved my energy. It was great. I am looking forward to my half now. Any tips? I welcome suggestions. What should be my time goal and when should I target( currently thinking in 6 months). Thank u!!
Awesome job!!! Way to go!!!
I'll be looking to steal any tips you get. I'm making the jump from 5k and running my first half in March.0 -
Congrats on your first 10K!0
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Friends I did my first 10k in 1:01:19. I was hoping for 1 hr so this is pretty close. I slowed down around both water stations so that maybe cost few mins here and there. Thank u again for your tips. I decided to not run at all last 2-3 days and I seemed to have conserved my energy. It was great. I am looking forward to my half now. Any tips? I welcome suggestions. What should be my time goal and when should I target( currently thinking in 6 months). Thank u!!
Although McMillan says a 2:17 is predicted based on your 10k time, your first should aim for completion rather than a time. Build your base mileage for now, and start a modest beginner training plan 12-16 weeks out from your goal. Best of luck.0
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