should i run my first race?

chloeealicee
chloeealicee Posts: 204 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Hey so I signed up for a 5k 4 months ago (I know it's only a 5k but it's a big deal to me) and I loved running and training and it kept me sane for a while and I was so excited but now I'm in a slump. I haven't ran in almost 3 weeks due to personal issues and not feeling up to it, my race is in 3 weeks and I'm moving out across the country in 2 and a half. Is this too much added stress? I used to be able to run 5k in a 30:32 time but I dread to think how slow I'd be now. Is it just not the right time?

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  • TiberiusClaudis
    TiberiusClaudis Posts: 423 Member
    Do it. What is the worst that could go wrong? Probably not much.

    What could go right? You'd feel great preparing for it, will help with stress. You will feel great while you are doing it, because you are part of something bigger. When I compete...I get a high just being around other like minded people. And best of all, you will feel great afterwards, as you know you accomplish something. And it will be a learning experience, something you can build on.

    Now, get those running shoes on and GO!!!
  • stuffinmuffin
    stuffinmuffin Posts: 985 Member
    ^^^^ What they said. It can only be a positive thing. I find exercise is great in times of stress. Best of luck!!!
  • melaniecheeks
    melaniecheeks Posts: 6,349 Member
    Don't think, just run.
  • chloeealicee
    chloeealicee Posts: 204 Member
    Do it. What is the worst that could go wrong? Probably not much.

    What could go right? You'd feel great preparing for it, will help with stress. You will feel great while you are doing it, because you are part of something bigger. When I compete...I get a high just being around other like minded people. And best of all, you will feel great afterwards, as you know you accomplish something. And it will be a learning experience, something you can build on.

    Now, get those running shoes on and GO!!!
    This is not the answer I expected but this is the answer I needed. That was so so well put thank you so much. I will get up and go asap!
  • aneary1980
    aneary1980 Posts: 461 Member
    You'll be fine what is the worst that can happen. You have to walk a bit?
  • kbmnurse
    kbmnurse Posts: 2,484 Member
    Many excuses don't bother.
  • BrianSharpe
    BrianSharpe Posts: 9,248 Member
    Please never say "just a 5K"..........

    Having said that, get out and run that race. It will help shed some of the stress you've been accumulating and may just be the kick-start your running needs to get back on track.

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