Sun, 03 May 2026 07:05:42 +0000

They Said 5K Was Easy—Until They Tried It for Hours Running a 5K might seem like just 5 miles of brisk walking or Fast Commuter bike pace—but nothing prepares you for the real battle: endurance over hours. What soundly optimistic morning pronouncements fail to reveal are the brutal realities of sustained pace, fatigue, and unexpected physical strain. In this deep dive, we unpack why “They said the 5K was easy—until they tried it for hours.” --- ### The Hidden Struggle Behind "5K Was Easy