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Running a 5k tomorrow morning and haven't trained at all. i don't even run. any advice?
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It's risky: And probably not advisable considering the information you've shared. Injuries are common if vigorous activity is started abruptly and not preceded by stretching. How about a walk?
Answered 7/4/2013
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See below: Walk instead or you can run a bit and walk. Overall just pace yourself.
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