Should I still do it?

[winelady]

I was supposed to do the 5k foam run tomorrow morning. I have been at the hospital since Monday with ds, haven't slept straight through the night in at least 2 weeks because of sick kids and a snoring dh. Ds is still in the hospital. May be discharged tomorrow but not sure, he is much better, dh would be with him. Then I got the news about my dog. On one hand still doing it would take my mind off it but ill probably kill myself!  Would you still do it?

[sugarbear]

Depends how fit you are. If you typically run marathons, then sure-- go for it.
But if you just completed your first Couch to 5k and found it incredibly difficult, then I'd say skip it.

I don't think we can answer this question for you.
If it were me, yes, I would probably just do it. Getting some exercise and fresh air always helps me when I'm stressed and overtired.

[kaybee85]

I would still do it. I'm cheap, though, and would feel guilty about wasting the entrance fee.

[kaybee85]

That being said, cut yourself a break. If you can't run the whole thing or w/e, no beating yourself up.

[toepick]

I did a 10k in September after being up most of the night with a cat at the emergency vet (I really thought she was going to die). Adrenaline is an amazing thing - I did much better than I had planned and crashed after. I think it depends if you have trained sufficiently / are prepared for the race.

[papie]

I would still do it, it will make you feel better.

[snickers]

I also think it will make you feel better, but only do it if you want to, not if the thought of doing it stresses you out even more.

[winelady]

More social. I'm part of a team of old friends from high school. They are serving drinks when you finish. I'm doing it. I need a distraction. Thanks.

[Deleted]

I'd do it because it's a short race and I would want to go for a run to blow off steam anyway. And it sounds really fun. But if you are stressed then don't.