If I can run 7 miles can I run 10 miles?

Question

If I can run 7 miles pretty easy can I run 10 miles?

I am a fourteen year old girl who is training for a half marathon on the weekends and running with the varsity team and weight lifting on the week days. I really want to run ten miles tomorow, but I do not know if I would be upping the milage too much, too fast. How many calories should I eat before and the day of the ten mile run? What would be a good pace to run it at. I can do 7 miles at the average pace of 8'56" per mile.

Thanks for the help!

Answer 1

It really depends on what you do to train.  If you run 7 miles EVERY day, I'd say: go for 10 miles.  It's good to have a long day about once a week, just like it's good to have a rest day once every 2-3 weeks and a short day once a week.  If you normally do less than 7 miles and 7 miles is the most you've ever done, start by gradually increasing your mileage.  (Have a long day once a week and time 7 miles.  The next week, add 5 minutes to that time.  Keep adding 5 minutes to your long days until you reach your goal of 10 miles.)  If you do decide to run the 10 miles, start off a little slower than you would for 7 miles and pick it up near the end if you're up for a challenge.  I don't think you should worry about calorie intake (just eat as much as your body feels like it needs), but make sure you get hydrated.  Good luck.

Answer 2

Yes you can you just have to push yourself and focus

Answer 3

I run in competitions alot too, also 14. You have to try your best and i know its hard and believe me i have experienced alot of bad injures. If you feel as if you cant do it well just stop because at the end of the day i would of rather dropped out than end up in hospital but its up to you.  I believe in you Lyndi go get them.

Good Luck, Chris

Answer 4

Of course! Just set a good smooth pace that your comfortable with and it will be a peace of cake.

Answer 5

Yes, you can do 10 miles. Make sure you get a good night's sleep two nights before. I wouldn't add extra calories before running - you'll be hungry enough after. But make sure you're hydrated. Stop for a quick drink if you need one en route. I do my long runs on bike paths. Good luck!