Can I run half marathon if I can run 10K?

Running 13.1 miles is possible for most runners – if you can do a 10K, you can do a half. “It’s an achievable challenge, as it’s easier to fit the training into a busy life than it is for a marathon”, says British elite and RW contributing editor Jo Pavey.

What is a good pace for a half marathon in KM?

For a female runner, the average half marathon pace is 6.40 minutes per kilometre, which equates to 10.29 minute miles.

Should I run a 10K before a half marathon?

To save yourself stress and lower your risk of injury, complete a shorter race like a 5K or a 10K before running a half-marathon. Then move on to a full marathon if you wish. Running with proper technique is enough of a challenge.

How to calculate your half marathon running pace?

Calculate your running pace based on previous races. The easiest way to estimate your half marathon pace is to look at your race times over shorter distances. Using certain factors, you can calculate your expected half marathon time from your 5K or 10K personal best (PB). Formula for calculating a realistic half marathon time: 5K PB x 4.667

What should my 10K and half marathon results be?

Your 10k result may be 43 minutes. And your half marathon result may be 1hr 40 mins. Based on your 5k, your 10k should be 41:40. Based on your 5k, your half marathon should be just over 1 hr 32 mins. Based on your 10k, your half marathon should be just under 1 hr 35 mins. See what is happening? The 10k is too slow based on the 5k results.

How to find your 10k race pace online?

Online, you can use the Runner’s World Race Time Predictor tool, but in general, your 10K pace will be around 45 to 60 seconds per mile slower than your best mile time or somewhere between 10 and 30 seconds slower than your 5K pace, says Knighton. “The faster you’re looking to finish your race, the tighter that window is going to be,” he adds.

Which is faster a 5K or a half marathon?

Based on your 5k, your half marathon should be just over 1 hr 32 mins. Based on your 10k, your half marathon should be just under 1 hr 35 mins. See what is happening? The 10k is too slow based on the 5k results. The half marathon is too slow based on the 5k and the 10k.