how to "get out of" a 5k

beenbizzy

I signed up for a 5k with some friends many weeks ago.  It is on Sunday and I will be ~7 weeks.  If I had trained for this properly, it wouldn't be a big deal. But I haven't trained at all.  The plan was to walk/run with two girlfriends.  Run until we are tired, then walk, run when we feel good, repeat...

 Since I haven't trained, am pooped tired and seem to be out of breath with a slight jog, I'm wondering how I can get out of this race.  I would totally walk the whole thing, I just don't want to run.  I also don't want to just "call in sick" as we have other plans with these girlfriends and spouses for supper that night. 

Fake an injury?  Other ideas?

bumpuser5078523

Tell them you are having issues breathing (not a lie) and will walk the whole way. They should understand. It isn't like you are bailing on them. Good luck!

 

MrsSt2009

Diarrhea...no one will ask about the details and it can clear up by evening.

bumpuser5078523

MrsSt2009:

Diarrhea...no one will ask about the details and it can clear up by evening.

Love this!!

 

Que*Syrah

Fess up to not having trained and just walk it.

KitT.Kat

Que_Syrah:

Fess up to not having trained and just walk it.

This. Did your friends prepare properly? Maybe they aren't ready for running either. WTIW I started a 5K running program the day before I got my BFP and plan on following it until I am too big for it to be comfortable. If you are a regular exerciser with no medical conditions it won't kill you to jog a bit if you feel up to it.

mightymousy

I'm pregnant and don't feel up to running, all you need lol

MarieC78

I have done several 5k's, including Warrior Dash and am an awful runner! I walk about 1/3 of it and all of my friends have been supportive. It's something to do together, celebrate after and support a good cause. Nobody will think less of you. Even with a time of over 45 minutes, I"ve never been last

loganlac

Just walk it!