Calling all Princess 1/2 Marathoner's! Check in here! *UPDATE* PRE-RACE MEET INFO!

[smileyk8]

Hey hey, i had to pop on and tell you all that i did it! 11 miles 1hr 41 mins (7 laps of my village!). I am officially exhausted and currently drinking pepsi max in hope of energy burst! I never thought i could have run that far so if i can anyone can. I couldn't even run the distance between lamp posts just over a year ago so i hope that encourages you guys too.

 

[iceberg1912]

I am so disappointed. I had such high hopes for today, but I seriously struggled through 2 miles. I did keep a 15 minute pace but all I could do was 2 miles and I was suppose to do 8. I know being sick last week took its toll but I didnt think it would be that bad.

Can I really get it back in gear for the half? Any advice is welcome. Please!

 

[TnTsParty]

Iceberg - don't get down too down on yourself. You WERE just sick. You need to take time to get better before you can push yourself so that you can be strong for the 1/2 marathon.

Kate -that is awesome on the 11 miles. Isn't it amazing every new distance seems like a new victory. Especially when you realize - I CAN DO THIS!!!

As for me I still haven't gotten any distance running in since the marathon. I did do a 5k race today and actually got a PR that is also a PB - I did it in 30:42 for a minute per mile pace of 9:54 - I have never been under 33 minutes before in a 5k and NEVER EVER under a 10 minute mile pace. So I am estatic today after finishing my race. My secret - not stopping to walk - I ran the entire 5k only stopping to take 2 sips of water as I went through the 2 water stops. I also got in 4.6 miles in 50 mins yesterday.

Hope everyone has a wonderful rest of their Sunday.

 

[smileyk8]

I am so disappointed. I had such high hopes for today, but I seriously struggled through 2 miles. I did keep a 15 minute pace but all I could do was 2 miles and I was suppose to do 8. I know being sick last week took its toll but I didnt think it would be that bad.

Can I really get it back in gear for the half? Any advice is welcome. Please!

I truly think you can. It's amazing how just being a little off colour still or maybe not quite as full of energy as usual can affect how you run. Especially for the long runs. I think you'll find every single person on this thead has been through exactly how you feel today- i know i have and i also know there will be other rubbish days in the future. I learnt pretty early on that i can not do long runs with a hangover for example! Take it easy and i'm certain next week will bring much better results. Keep your chin up and think of disney, you WILL be a princess- say it!!!!

 

[stenogoddess]

Can I really get it back in gear for the half? Any advice is welcome. Please!

You can totally do it! It's just an off time right now. You'll snap back. There's still plenty of time! Keep the faith in the magic.

As for me I still haven't gotten any distance running in since the marathon. I did do a 5k race today and actually got a PR that is also a PB - I did it in 30:42 for a minute per mile pace of 9:54 - I have never been under 33 minutes before in a 5k and NEVER EVER under a 10 minute mile pace. So I am estatic today after finishing my race. My secret - not stopping to walk - I ran the entire 5k only stopping to take 2 sips of water as I went through the 2 water stops. I also got in 4.6 miles in 50 mins yesterday.

Hope everyone has a wonderful rest of their Sunday.

YEAH YOU! That's awesome!

 

[kristykay]

Iceberg 1912- I had the same thing happened to me I was sick for 4 days about a week and a half ago and tried to run. I only did 2 miles instead of 9. I took one more rest day and took it easy for a few more and I have had an awsome week running. You probably just need more rest. It was so frustrating too me at first too because it is so close to the race.

 

[dsnyfan21]

Hey Pat - you know I'll be lookin for ya!! Corral Buddies!!

OK. I tried to do an iron-on on a tech shirt 100% Polyester.
I used the Avery 3302 Stretchable Fabric Transfers for Ink Jet printers.

Printed out 3 different designs each one about 3-4 inches long.
Used an old White Tech shirt that I knew I would not be useing again. It had been washed. As per the instructions...
*No water in the iron, steam off.
*I used a wood cutting board with a pillow case over it as it states to NOT use an ironing board, glass, granite, concrete, heat sensitive or heat-retaining surfaces.
*I ironed the pillowcase.
*Put iron on the setting right before the Cotton setting. On my iron this is the wool/silk setting and let it hear up.
*Trim the design as beast as possible and as rounded as possible.
*Laid shirt on top of pillowcase and ironed it to remove any wrinkles.
*Placed transfer with printed side down. Beginning from the edge place iron on transfer and use small circles slow going over the entire transfer. I used small pieces, so only ironed each one about 60 secs.
*Remove Garmet from the heating area to allow it to cool faster. Should be cool to the touch.
*Carefully peeled the backing sheet away.
*Stretch the garmet in both directions to allow for a softer feel.

Turned out pretty good. Next I will try to wash it and see what happens.

Photos...

It kinda looks a bit faded, not completely solid with the colors.
Tracy

Washed the shirt today and everything turned out good. I may use this to put my name on my WISH shirts and such. Think it would work pretty well. As of now there is no peeling or anything.

Tracy

 

[iceberg1912]

Iceberg 1912- I had the same thing happened to me I was sick for 4 days about a week and a half ago and tried to run. I only did 2 miles instead of 9. I took one more rest day and took it easy for a few more and I have had an awsome week running. You probably just need more rest. It was so frustrating too me at first too because it is so close to the race.

Thanks, its nice to know I am not the only one. I have been down all day, worried that I wouldnt get back in time. But I will just have to focus and get back to it!

 

[Princess Runner]

Thanks, its nice to know I am not the only one. I have been down all day, worried that I wouldnt get back in time. But I will just have to focus and get back to it!

OK woman here is the advice, are u taking multivit? or some kind of supplement? women run low on iron easily, women running need extra iron, then if you doing distance (endurance) go slow 10 sec under your goal pace at the race, if u doin' speed go short, can't mix both. Going up to 10 miles in your long run will take you to the 13 in the race, is call adrenalin, can u try those 8 miles Wednesday 11?, then 9 miles Wed 18, 10 miles Wed 25, the week of March 2 to race day should be of easy short 3 milers, no running after Thursday March 5, your regular runs should be no shorter than 4 - 5 miles, and rest the day before the long run (Tuesday). Sleep as much as you can, and I know is hard I have a teen and a toddler, is important what you r eating, protein and good carbs as in fruit and starchy veggies, if you want any more advice please ask me. I'll be cheering you up at the end

 

[Princess Runner]

Hey hey, i had to pop on and tell you all that i did it! 11 miles 1hr 41 mins (7 laps of my village!). I am officially exhausted and currently drinking pepsi max in hope of energy burst! I never thought i could have run that far so if i can anyone can. I couldn't even run the distance between lamp posts just over a year ago so i hope that encourages you guys too.

Fantastic! is always an inspiration to hear the victory ofother stron, beautiful runners!!!

 

[Princess Runner]

Iceberg - don't get down too down on yourself. You WERE just sick. You need to take time to get better before you can push yourself so that you can be strong for the 1/2 marathon.

Kate -that is awesome on the 11 miles. Isn't it amazing every new distance seems like a new victory. Especially when you realize - I CAN DO THIS!!!

As for me I still haven't gotten any distance running in since the marathon. I did do a 5k race today and actually got a PR that is also a PB - I did it in 30:42 for a minute per mile pace of 9:54 - I have never been under 33 minutes before in a 5k and NEVER EVER under a 10 minute mile pace. So I am estatic today after finishing my race. My secret - not stopping to walk - I ran the entire 5k only stopping to take 2 sips of water as I went through the 2 water stops. I also got in 4.6 miles in 50 mins yesterday.

Hope everyone has a wonderful rest of their Sunday.

Congratulations! isn't it a great feeling? I had my PR on Jan after my NY Marathon, so you shoud be in top shape, see you out there

 

[Millenium Mickey]

I ran on the Chicago Lakefront Path on Saturday. It was ~50 degrees outside! I had 6 miles on the schedule but ended up doing 10 since it was so nice out. Since it was the first weekend day above freezing, the path was packed! I think all the runners in the city came out of hibernation this weekend and took advantage of the fantastic weather. I took a few photos with my phone - this is my favorite:

There is something so inspiring about getting closer to the downtown skyline with each step.

The snow is melting but there are lots of puddles... I stepped in a large one with 3 miles to go and had to finish my run with soaking wet shoes and socks. Ended up with a few blisters but it was worth it to not have to run indoors.

Hope everyone had good training runs this weekend. Have a great week...

 

[Princess Runner]

I ran on the Chicago Lakefront Path on Saturday. It was ~50 degrees outside! I had 6 miles on the schedule but ended up doing 10 since it was so nice out. Since it was the first weekend day above freezing, the path was packed! I think all the runners in the city came out of hibernation this weekend and took advantage of the fantastic weather. I took a few photos with my phone - this is my favorite:

There is something so inspiring about getting closer to the downtown skyline with each step.

The snow is melting but there are lots of puddles... I stepped in a large one with 3 miles to go and had to finish my run with soaking wet shoes and socks. Ended up with a few blisters but it was worth it to not have to run indoors.

Hope everyone had good training runs this weekend. Have a great week...

My sister in law lives in Chicago and we are planning to run the marathon in 2010, had you? I'll love to do all the majors and I did NY already...glad weather is better, see you soon.

By the way I booked All Star Sports already for Sat and Sunday nights, both for $231 tax included, not bad ah? still am freaking out for the expense. Better run fast and put a good show for my hubby

 

[ghoulishgirl]

Hey hey, i had to pop on and tell you all that i did it! 11 miles 1hr 41 mins (7 laps of my village!). I am officially exhausted and currently drinking pepsi max in hope of energy burst! I never thought i could have run that far so if i can anyone can. I couldn't even run the distance between lamp posts just over a year ago so i hope that encourages you guys too.

Great job! smileyk8, you are fast! My 8 miles today was 1:42:07

 

[Caitsmama]

Hi guys! I am still here! I was away in Boston for the weekend, so i didn't get to come online.. but i will update with the pms i have received, and post the remaining requests i have done for the nametags.

 

[iceberg1912]

Glad your back!

 

[iceberg1912]

Off topic I am so excited! We just got confirmation that we will be staying in the new Treehouses at Saratoga Springs when we go in September!

Ok back to your regular programming

 

[Caitsmama]

Oh Very cool Wendi!!!! Please come back and post pics in Sept!


On a related note, not sure if this was posted or not, but i had emailed WDWSports, and questioned them on the party at HS and the concern i had for the p.m. EMH that were scheduled for that same night, and they just got back to me (not bad, only took a couple weeks! LOL) and said that the EMH have been moved for that night. So it will be JUST US in the park that night!! YEAAAA!!!

 

[DISNEYDUET]

Off topic I am so excited! We just got confirmation that we will be staying in the new Treehouses at Saratoga Springs when we go in September!

Ok back to your regular programming

Congrats!!! I was too late to get my ressie for Jan for the Marathon. I am going to keep trying. Maybe something will open up!

 

[acourtwdw]

Oh Very cool Wendi!!!! Please come back and post pics in Sept!


On a related note, not sure if this was posted or not, but i had emailed WDWSports, and questioned them on the party at HS and the concern i had for the p.m. EMH that were scheduled for that same night, and they just got back to me (not bad, only took a couple weeks! LOL) and said that the EMH have been moved for that night. So it will be JUST US in the park that night!! YEAAAA!!!

EMH are still listed on the WDW website for DHS for the party night. Wonder how long they will be listed there? Still not sure if we are keeping our party tickets. I need to be talked into it.