Walking most of Half-Marathon

hoppinglark
hoppinglark Posts: 213 Member
in Motivation and Support
I know I've seen it talked about before.
I planned to get up to a Half-Marathon.
I got sick, got behind, and in general- didn't keep up.
The Half-Marathon I signed up for has a four-hour time limit.
I know I can walk it with in the time limit.

But is that socially acceptable?


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  • Lesovanyando
    Lesovanyando Posts: 2 Member
    edited May 2016
    It is completely acceptable. Usually more than half of the half-Marathon participants are walkers. Let me assure you, spectators will even cheer for you:-) May I ask where is this half-Marathon?
    Go for it, have fun!
    One thing: if you never walked/ran more then 6 miles, it might be hard on your feet. If the temperature is high, you can get exhausted easily or get terrible cramps. Hydration, hydration, hydration!
  • brightresolve
    brightresolve Posts: 1,024 Member
    Walk it and more power to you! I hope your training in the future goes more predictably, but there's honor in walking 13.1. I am betting you will have time to swap stories and find community among those walking it too, and that you'll be inspired to persevere and train for another half in the future. Good luck!!
  • snowflake930
    snowflake930 Posts: 2,188 Member
    Yes, and it is awesome that you are doing this! A great accomplishment either way. Best wishes!
  • activeinmysixties
    activeinmysixties Posts: 25 Member
    Walking or running - it is your event - if other people have a problem with you walking ... it is their problem ... as a many-time half marathon finisher - I will be proud of your accomplishment when you cross the finish line!
  • dragon_girl26
    dragon_girl26 Posts: 2,187 Member
    I've done half marathon training before, and if I did it again I would also walk most of it. If someone has a problem with it, that's just what it is...their problem. Walking for that long is still a great workout and an amazing accomplishment. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise just because you didn't do it "their" way. You do you.
  • vespiquenn
    vespiquenn Posts: 1,455 Member
    If you can walk it, who cares if it's socially acceptable? In the end, you're putting forth more effort than most people that are making excuses not to do it, so you're already ahead of the game. I say go for it.
  • BrikcRunner
    BrikcRunner Posts: 18 Member
    Walking is absolutely acceptable. As a walker (or slower runner like myself) it's good practice to stick to the right side (just like the slow lane on the freeway ; ) especially if the course narrows, to keep lanes open for runners or those trying to PR. Have a great half marathon!
  • lorrpb
    lorrpb Posts: 11,463 Member
    Yes, it is great! I've walked several 10Ks with another planned on Sunday. Closing the course usually means they move you from the road to the sidewalk, but every event I've seen states they will keep the finish line open until the last finisher crosses. Have fun!
  • Heirgreat
    Heirgreat Posts: 262 Member
    My friend walks them all the time-at least 4 a year he trains for it by just walking- I've never done one- so hats off to you!

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