Should I do a half marathon next weekend?

[Winter]

I need some advice girls....

There's a half marathon on next weekend and I'm thinking about doing it. I've done a couple of 10km events but not for a couple of months now. A half marathon is 21km, so it would be double the longest I have run before. I've stayed active since my last 10km run & have done a couple of 6/7/8km runs since then, but I wouldn't say I'm in tip-top running form at the moment.

I'm also in the TWW to complicate matters.

I think I could do this, it would just be a matter of finding a good pace & keeping the legs moving. But should I do it?

What do you think?

[Nettie]

I don't know what TWW is, sorry!

Do you feel like you could do it? I'd say go for it - but use good sense and look after yourself too.

Good luck with whatever you decide!

[Junglemum]

If you think you are capable then go for it. Keeping in mind you are in the TWW, you could always stop/walk rather than push yourself that extra step iykwim. If you are UTD, you might struggle a little more than you think. When can you test?

[Winter]

JM - I only O'd yesterday so it would be 7dpo for the event & way too early to test.

[onthefly]

I wouldnt' worry about being in the TWW. I guess pace yourself and see how you go?
I don't really know because I'm not a runner.

[Junglemum]

I'd do it, particularly if you're feeling fit. Although, i do know that my fit and running fit are quite different. But i do find once you get past that first hurdle, and get your legs rolling over things get easier. HAving said that. i've only ever run 12kms!!! So i don't know what the next pain barrier feels like. But no one will be there with a cattle prod, (or will they?) so you could always pull out if it was too much.

[Laranna]

Woohoo! Well done Winter!! I missed this thread but saw your FB status last night and have been wondering how you went today you really inspire me to get out there and get running!

PollyA, I'm doing the pinkie tri too!

[PollyA]

Woohoo! Well done Winter!! I missed this thread but saw your FB status last night and have been wondering how you went today you really inspire me to get out there and get running!

PollyA, I'm doing the pinkie tri too!

Hey Elunded,

Which distance are you doing?
Are you in a team?
If you're not and want some support at the start line you could join my team "Fantastic finishers" Its all about crossing the finish line...and having fantastic fun!
THis is my 3rd Pink, Last year I was 24 weeks pregnant and did the little one
Its an awesome event!
Woudl love to say hello before or after!