Is it ok to walk a 5k?

Are you wondering if you can walk a 5k?

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A 5k is 3.1 miles.

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Physically, with a little training you definitely can walk a 5k.

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If you are looking to register and walk a 5k race, here is what you need to check for.

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Almost all races have some sort of time limit.

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Some races are more "walker friendly" than others.

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Look for a race that says "walkers welcome" or has a generous time limit, i.e. more than 1 hour to complete the course.

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If you are planning to walk a race, be safe and remember to start at the back of the starting area so the runners are in front of you.

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