Marathon Weekend 2019

[mrsg00fy]

More embarrassing admissions... The bulk of time spent on my treadmill is spent playing solitaire on my iPad! Weird, I know...but it doesn't take to much thinking (or agility), just enough to distract me from how many miles I'm running.

Wow! I’m simply not that coordinated! My time is spent watching sitcom reruns, the news or on weekends I’ll try to time the run with a movie. If all else fails, I have the iPod. I think I’m going to try to play a game on the iPad. Not sure I’ll be successful though.

 

[davyimpact]

me! me! me! I know, pictureless lurker. I'd like to offer a tip. I've run abouit 25 marathons and the mickey mary about 5 times. I even live here now! Anyway, I love to run, it's my mental floss. I run 50-60 miles a week, even when I'm not training for a race. I just love it. I know it's kinda' weird. I"ve used many of the plans, Pfitz and Hanson's are my favs, but at this point, I really know my body and run my own plan. I can distinctly remember my first marathon, when I did little if any training, but thought, "if my friend did this, I can do this." Ah, yea. It was painful, but ended up being one the most emotional thing in things in my life. God I was glad it was over.

Anyway, I sense the problem some people have is that they may be getting bored, especially on long runs. I recommend getting an MP3 player. They're pretty cheap and small, and you can get one to clip on your shorts. It's much better than lugging a phone, though the phone will work. So, I have my music playlist (for faster work, or the way back from runs) and podcasts for most other times. Amazingly, you go to Itunes podcast page and get whatever you want for free. (I know, duh, you know this). I like to listen to NYT the daily, some running stuff, lots of politics, Maddow, etc., (don't get me started), histoy of pirates, you can even listen to one of about 20 disney podcasts. Whatever you're interested in, there's something for you. Don't like podcasts, how about an audiobook? Some people shake their fingers at the headphoned runners. I'm no purest. I'm just an old guy who likes to run and sometmes likes to run fast (for an old guy).

Sometimes, it's just good to start a run and lose yourself. The time can fly and lots of times you can learn something. Before you know it, you might better appreiciate the benefits of miles. There is something really relaxing of the feeling after a long run.

So, how do I upload a pic? I've been on this board for years, but maybe I'll start posting. ht to my strava and ORC pals.

 

[run.minnie.miles]

I don't usually mention it (for fear of ridicule... because I know I'm in the minority), but 99% of my training is on my treadmill. It is cold and wet 9 months out of the year where I live. My neighborhood is hilly and not the nicest. I could drive to a trail, wooded or paved, but I have serious safety concerns about running them alone. While I know some local runners, they are all significantly faster than me, so I am not typically invited to join them. Bottom line, my treadmill is my comfort zone.

I started running (for the first time in my life...) 5 years ago to train for my first half marathon (Wine & Dine). I was told I couldn't train for a half marathon only on a treadmill. Well, I've now finished 15 half marathons and countless shorter races and I trained for every one almost exclusively on my treadmill!

Needless to say, I am very self motivated. However, training for my first full marathon will be a new adventure...

My mom (62 yo) finished Dopey 2018 with only treadmill miles. The hard part for her was not trying to race the 20 somethings at the gym when she ran next to them. Motivation can go a long way!

I do just about all of training on A treadmill. I run six days a week. I trained for dopey last year almost exclusively on the treadmill with a few outdoor runs (once a week) when the weather was conducive.

You all are my people (and by you, I mean your mom, Billy )! I also don't hate the treadmill and have run many (or minnie- get it?) miles on it. I like to run outside, but solo running in the dark doesn't sit well with me.

 

[run.minnie.miles]

So, how do I upload a pic? I've been on this board for years, but maybe I'll start posting. ht to my strava and ORC pals

If I remember right, you have to wait until you post 10x. Get to posting.

 

[FlashAM7]

me! me! me! I know, pictureless lurker. I'd like to offer a tip. I've run abouit 25 marathons and the mickey mary about 5 times. I even live here now! Anyway, I love to run, it's my mental floss. I run 50-60 miles a week, even when I'm not training for a race. I just love it. I know it's kinda' weird. I"ve used many of the plans, Pfitz and Hanson's are my favs, but at this point, I really know my body and run my own plan. I can distinctly remember my first marathon, when I did little if any training, but thought, "if my friend did this, I can do this." Ah, yea. It was painful, but ended up being one the most emotional thing in things in my life. God I was glad it was over.

Anyway, I sense the problem some people have is that they may be getting bored, especially on long runs. I recommend getting an MP3 player. They're pretty cheap and small, and you can get one to clip on your shorts. It's much better than lugging a phone, though the phone will work. So, I have my music playlist (for faster work, or the way back from runs) and podcasts for most other times. Amazingly, you go to Itunes podcast page and get whatever you want for free. (I know, duh, you know this). I like to listen to NYT the daily, some running stuff, lots of politics, Maddow, etc., (don't get me started), histoy of pirates, you can even listen to one of about 20 disney podcasts. Whatever you're interested in, there's something for you. Don't like podcasts, how about an audiobook? Some people shake their fingers at the headphoned runners. I'm no purest. I'm just an old guy who likes to run and sometmes likes to run fast (for an old guy).

Sometimes, it's just good to start a run and lose yourself. The time can fly and lots of times you can learn something. Before you know it, you might better appreiciate the benefits of miles. There is something really relaxing of the feeling after a long run.

So, how do I upload a pic? I've been on this board for years, but maybe I'll start posting. ht to my strava and ORC pals.

A more expensive option would be buy a running watch that you can store music on. My Fitbit Ionic can store 3 GB of music so I never have to take my phone on my runs. All I need are the watch and a pair of bluetooth headphones.

 

[JM735]

Welcome! Be sure to hop over on the Running Thread too and jump in answering a "Question of the Day." We're a friendly (and sometimes sassy) bunch

Glad you are venturing out from lurking to posting I love the runDisney side of these boards. It’s almost uniformly a positive and happy place to be.

Seconding @run.minnie.miles suggestion to join The Running Thread to get to know people on here!

Thanks! I found the running thread and am now following there. Slightly off topic for this thread, but I'm afraid these forums may result in more runDisney events. Up until today I was fine not doing Wine & Dine this year, but seeing others signing up has me thinking... which can be dangerous to the bank account!

More embarrassing admissions... The bulk of time spent on my treadmill is spent playing solitaire on my iPad! Weird, I know...but it doesn't take to much thinking (or agility), just enough to distract me from how many miles I'm running.

I also do nearly all of my training on a treadmill; it works well for me. However, since one time I was at the gym and saw an iPad hit the belt and be launched into the wall behind the treadmills, I've opted to not try using my iPad! But it is tempting. Netflix binge watching can be good for longer runs.

 

[ZellyB]

Thanks! I found the running thread and am now following there. Slightly off topic for this thread, but I'm afraid these forums may result in more runDisney events. Up until today I was fine not doing Wine & Dine this year, but seeing others signing up has me thinking... which can be dangerous to the bank account!

Oh yeah, this forum is great for enabling more runDisney races!

 

[rteetz]

Oh yeah, this forum is great for enabling more runDisney races!

Yep... I signed up for 5K (Wine and Dine) today because of it.....

 

[AFwifelife]

I run all my miles on a treadmill. I have a 4.5 year old and a 3 year old. Neither in school even part time at the moment so they go to YMCA child care while I get my runs in. Not always the most thrilling but I get it done. The only other alternative would be pushing them in the double jogger. I did that one time on an actually cool day (we are currently in Arizona) and I thought I wasn't going to make it back to the car.

 

[PrincessV]

Also think part of that is the race itself. The mindset, the motivation, the other runners, the crowds cheering, the scenery - especially at a RunDisney race. It is so much harder to get out and push yourself to run 15-20 miles when you are by yourself running through the neighborhood or god forbid on a treadmill

I'm actually the opposite: I loooove long training runs and if if my health issues could handle it, I'd be doing 20 milers often! I run because I genuinely love the experience of being one with myself and nature. Races are far more challenging for me, even if I'm not aiming for a time goal - the crowds tend to overwhelm me and needing to be focused the entire time instead of tuning out is mentally draining. But I was able to deal with all that because my body already knew what to do. Trust the training - you'll thank us later

 

[Smilelea]

I meant to post yesterday after catching up on all of the Harry Potter posts (which were cracking me up- love, love, love HP) but my children interrupted and I forgot.

Then I get on here today and we've gotten all serious again about training plans etc. I'm loving this thread and have learned a lot as well as been entertained. I also plan to start following the running thread now that I saw that recommendation.

I'm trying Disney marathon weekend for the first time in 2019. I only have a few 5Ks under my belt. I've trained up to a 10K and plan to run my first official one sometime this summer or early fall. I realize sign-up is in a month and I can't decide what to sign up for. 10K or half. My first thought was 10K but that was before I reached my training goal (I thought it would take me longer to meet it). So then I started considering the half. But after reading some posts, I'm wondering if the 10K might be more fun. Doing both isn't an option this go round. So, Do I go for more fun? Or do I go for "greatest accomplishment"?

*I do have Dopey on my bucket list.

 

[Keels]

I meant to post yesterday after catching up on all of the Harry Potter posts (which were cracking me up- love, love, love HP) but my children interrupted and I forgot.

Then I get on here today and we've gotten all serious again about training plans etc. I'm loving this thread and have learned a lot as well as been entertained. I also plan to start following the running thread now that I saw that recommendation.

I'm trying Disney marathon weekend for the first time in 2019. I only have a few 5Ks under my belt. I've trained up to a 10K and plan to run my first official one sometime this summer or early fall. I realize sign-up is in a month and I can't decide what to sign up for. 10K or half. My first thought was 10K but that was before I reached my training goal (I thought it would take me longer to meet it). So then I started considering the half. But after reading some posts, I'm wondering if the 10K might be more fun. Doing both isn't an option this go round. So, Do I go for more fun? Or do I go for "greatest accomplishment"?

*I do have Dopey on my bucket list.

If you think you’re going to run a half in the near future, I vote the half during Marathon - it doesn’t get more awesome than running down Main Street and through the castle.

I LOVE the 10K course though - and the distance - but if I’m doing one race of the weekend, it’s either going to be the half or the full. That’s just me though!

 

[LdyStormy76]

I'm trying Disney marathon weekend for the first time in 2019. I only have a few 5Ks under my belt. I've trained up to a 10K and plan to run my first official one sometime this summer or early fall. I realize sign-up is in a month and I can't decide what to sign up for. 10K or half. My first thought was 10K but that was before I reached my training goal (I thought it would take me longer to meet it). So then I started considering the half. But after reading some posts, I'm wondering if the 10K might be more fun. Doing both isn't an option this go round. So, Do I go for more fun? Or do I go for "greatest accomplishment"?.

If you are at the 10k point now you can be ready to do a half in January. Just continue to be smart about your training and slowly increase your distance. You are currently ahead of where Inwas a year ago - I did not reach the 10k mark until June 2017 and completed my first half at Disney in January.

If your budget can swing it I would suggest doing the 5k as well - I found it was a great way to figure out how the morning actually works and took a lot of the stress out the morning of the half.

 

[Smilelea]

If your budget can swing it I would suggest doing the 5k as well - I found it was a great way to figure out how the morning actually works and took a lot of the stress out the morning of the half

Yeah, I wish we had planned to come 1 day earlier so I could do the 5K. I've kicked myself a few times the last few weeks. I know I could have done the 5K and one other with no problem. But we aren't arriving until the afternoon of the 5K due to work schedule issues (that we might could have worked out by the time we booked our room but it's too late now).

 

[cavepig]

I meant to post yesterday after catching up on all of the Harry Potter posts (which were cracking me up- love, love, love HP) but my children interrupted and I forgot.

Then I get on here today and we've gotten all serious again about training plans etc. I'm loving this thread and have learned a lot as well as been entertained. I also plan to start following the running thread now that I saw that recommendation.

I'm trying Disney marathon weekend for the first time in 2019. I only have a few 5Ks under my belt. I've trained up to a 10K and plan to run my first official one sometime this summer or early fall. I realize sign-up is in a month and I can't decide what to sign up for. 10K or half. My first thought was 10K but that was before I reached my training goal (I thought it would take me longer to meet it). So then I started considering the half. But after reading some posts, I'm wondering if the 10K might be more fun. Doing both isn't an option this go round. So, Do I go for more fun? Or do I go for "greatest accomplishment"?

*I do have Dopey on my bucket list.

I say go for the half, you have plenty of time to train. You can have fun and have a great accomplishment. The half isn't the most exciting from MK to EP, but you get MK and nothing beats running down Main St. Put the training in and go for it!

 

[Nole95]

Kudos to all of you who can run and train that much on a treadmill. I absolutely hate it. I can go out and run 10+ miles on my local greenway with no problem. Put me on a treadmill at the same pace, and I'm done after half that. I just mentally cannot get into it.

 

[huskies90]

A more expensive option would be buy a running watch that you can store music on. My Fitbit Ionic can store 3 GB of music so I never have to take my phone on my runs. All I need are the watch and a pair of bluetooth headphones.

Question for those of you who have a watch. I have the Apple Watch 3 with cell service so no need to bring a phone or MP3 player when I go out for the runs. But do you guys who have the watches bring a phone on your Disney races? I did this year just to take pics but I only took a few by the castle. Not sure if it is worth lugging it with me for the races. Especially for the marathon. And since I have the cell service, I can still text or make a call if I need to stay in touch with folks. Thoughts?

 

[rteetz]

Question for those of you who have a watch. I have the Apple Watch 3 with cell service so no need to bring a phone or MP3 player when I go out for the runs. But do you guys who have the watches bring a phone on your Disney races? I did this year just to take pics but I only took a few by the castle. Not sure if it is worth lugging it with me for the races. Especially for the marathon. And since I have the cell service, I can still text or make a call if I need to stay in touch with folks. Thoughts?

I also have an Apple Watch Series 3 with LTE. During Disney races I do bring my phone along with me for pictures. Not every stop has a photo pass photographer so its good to have the back up.

 

[lhermiston]

Good morning, runDisney all-stars!

Spring starts on Tuesday and I'm sure most of us - especially those of us in the northern states - are happy to put winter behind us. Personally, I'm excited that most of my runs for the next few months should be at temperatures above freezing and that I won't be contending with icy sidewalks.

With the season change in mind, this Sundays are for Disney question is what season, time of year or holiday is your favorite time to visit Disney World? Alternatively, which season, time of year or holiday would you most like to visit Disney World?

We've visited in January, February and April. Those are all fine times to go, but early December is at the top of my bucket list for Disney visits. I want to go when it's not too crowded, but when the parks are fully decorated for the holidays.

My next top time would be in the fall, so I could see the parks decorated for Halloween.

Have a good week everyone!

 

[rteetz]

With the season change in mind, this Sundays are for Disney question is what season, time of year or holiday is your favorite time to visit Disney World? Alternatively, which season, time of year or holiday would you most like to visit Disney World?

I haven’t visited in many seasons at WDW. I have done summer, and marathon weekend. I’ll be there starting tomorrow to see what spring/Easter time is like. I have been during Easter before but I was like 2 years old. So with that said I love Christmas time at WDW with all of the decor. Now I haven’t been able to take part in many of the events during Christmas but it’s still a great time to be at WDW.

I would most like to visit during the Fall/Halloween to see what that is all about. Thankfully I’ll get that chance this year!