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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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Dr. James Henning answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

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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