Donald's Defiant Dashers 2011

[dismagiclover]

Hi I am new to the WISH Boards so forgive me if I am posting this in the right spot. Is there a group for new-ish runners? I have never run a 5K let alone a half or a full.... but my goals for 2011 are to run a Disney 5K and start training for the 2012 Half! I mostly walk/run on my treadmill and hope to make the move to start running outside soon. As in this weekend! Anyhow just looking for some inspiration and I certainly have found it over on the WISH Boards. Thanks so much - Robyn

Welcome, Robyn! I'm new to the Ducks too. This is a perfect spot for you! Have you looked into the couch to 5K program? I know lots of people have used that with success. You definitely have time to get ready for the 2012 Half! I'm planning on running it too so I'll see you there

 

[carissanboys]

I'm an old Duck. I was a good Duck in 2009. I was a bad Duck in 2010. I'd like to rejoin the raft for 2011.

Ronda

Glad to have you back, Ronda!

I am soooo proud of myself today! Ended up doing 10miles on the dreadmill & most of that while watching Bob the Builder & trying to keep my 2 year old away from the machine!

WTG! 10 miles on the dreadmill takes determination!

Hope there's room in the pond for me, Tim (Central Alabama)

Glad to have you with us, Tim.

I've just now made my way over to this thread. I wasn't too good of a Duck the end of 2010 after the Battleship 1/2, but I'm back!

Welcome back!

Hi I am new to the WISH Boards so forgive me if I am posting this in the right spot. Is there a group for new-ish runners? I have never run a 5K let alone a half or a full.... but my goals for 2011 are to run a Disney 5K and start training for the 2012 Half! I mostly walk/run on my treadmill and hope to make the move to start running outside soon. As in this weekend! Anyhow just looking for some inspiration and I certainly have found it over on the WISH Boards. Thanks so much - Robyn

This group isn't for new-ish runners per se, but there are some here! I just started running a year ago and completed my first half last weekend. Glad to have you with us!

 

[TnTsParty]

Welcome to the Ducks Robyn - I have been run/walking since 2007 and still consider myself a beginner (LOL I say that after doing my 2nd Goofy) Seriously the best thing about the WISH team and the Duck's in particular is we are great bunch of people who enjoy running or walking and are VERY supportive of EVERYONE no matter how fast or slow.

Tim - Welcome to the Ducks!! There's always room at the Duck Pond - LOL

adtillma1 - Welcome back. I struggled last year to keep in touch with this board - for some reason I am able to keep up with my Duck buddies on Facebook better then here but I am trying this year to make sure I stick around here!!

Shannon - 10 miles on the treadmill is tough - I know I have done 18 and 20 milers on the treadmill before. But its got to be even tougher watching Bob the Builder for the majority of the time - I guess if it keeps the little one away from the TM then its ok.

Liz - have you told us yet what your next race is?? inquiring minds want to know!!

 

[Jusacuz]

Another old slacker Duck here. I haven't done much running since the Wine & Dine, but I'm hoping to get back on track. I have only one race planned so far this year. It's the Hippie Chick Half on May 8. Unfortunately between work and some troubles my teen son is in, I can't plan too far ahead.

Hopefully, I can keep up here this year and get back to running regularly.

 

[bounceliketigger]

ok LIZ- it's NY isn't it?! Come onnnn you're killing us! Lol

 

[DizGirl20]

Welcome, Robyn! I'm new to the Ducks too. This is a perfect spot for you! Have you looked into the couch to 5K program? I know lots of people have used that with success. You definitely have time to get ready for the 2012 Half! I'm planning on running it too so I'll see you there

Yes, in fact I started the C25K... yesterday! I have been using my treadmill quite a lot in the last few months so the program so far seems VERY doable to me. Problem is I have never run outside, so I need to push myself to get out of my comfort zone (i.e. on my treadmill, wearing whatever, in front of the TV) and out the door!

 

[carissanboys]

Yes, in fact I started the C25K... yesterday! I have been using my treadmill quite a lot in the last few months so the program so far seems VERY doable to me. Problem is I have never run outside, so I need to push myself to get out of my comfort zone (i.e. on my treadmill, wearing whatever, in front of the TV) and out the door!

I didn't run outside until 6 or 7 months into my running adventure. Now I have a hard time motivating myself to run on the treadmill. I find running outside to be so much better - and easier for some reason.

 

[liznboys]

Hi I am new to the WISH Boards so forgive me if I am posting this in the right spot. Is there a group for new-ish runners? I have never run a 5K let alone a half or a full.... but my goals for 2011 are to run a Disney 5K and start training for the 2012 Half! I mostly walk/run on my treadmill and hope to make the move to start running outside soon. As in this weekend! Anyhow just looking for some inspiration and I certainly have found it over on the WISH Boards. Thanks so much - Robyn

Hi Robyn! Welcome to the WISH Events Board! This thread, our team, is one of several teams here...you can join any of them. They exist so that people in the WISH community can interact with a smaller group, because the WISH Team as a whole is rather large. On this team you would be our newest runner, however a few of us just started running in the past year of two by doing the C25K program (myself included) so we could support you in that way. I saw you posted a new thread as well so hopefully the replies there will give you some guidance too. If you want to stick with this team and be a Donald's Defiant Dasher, let me know and I'll add you to the Team List.

 

[liznboys]

Good evening Ducks! I don't have time to do all my replies (will get to that tomorrow) because I had a busy day and I'm heading to bed! I'm tuckered out!

I will tell you though that my next race is the Princess!! (hence the good catch on my hint, Carissa). I registered, booked my room and flights all yesterday morning after talking about my future running plans with my dh. I'm thrilled to have another Disney Half to work towards in the very near future. So, I'm right back into training and happy about that!

 

[TnTsParty]

Congrats Liz on signing up for the Princess. I did the inagural one in 2009 and it was a blast. I happened to meet up with Carrie from the WISH team at mile 5 and ran the rest of the way with her. I always say she helped me not walk the entire way and she said I helped her. It was an AWESOME experience. I know you will have a great time.

 

[marathonmommy]

Good evening Ducks! I don't have time to do all my replies (will get to that tomorrow) because I had a busy day and I'm heading to bed! I'm tuckered out!

I will tell you though that my next race is the Princess!! (hence the good catch on my hint, Carissa). I registered, booked my room and flights all yesterday morning after talking about my future running plans with my dh. I'm thrilled to have another Disney Half to work towards in the very near future. So, I'm right back into training and happy about that!

Yeah! Now, for the most important and fun part...planning out the outfit! I just finished tonight. Got the magenta sparkle skirt, a sparkly foam tiara to clip to my hat, CW-x ventilator tights, and a BLINGED out princess shirt...woo hoo! So much fun! Well, Carissa? This one has you written all over it!

 

[carissanboys]

Yeah! Now, for the most important and fun part...planning out the outfit! I just finished tonight. Got the magenta sparkle skirt, a sparkly foam tiara to clip to my hat, CW-x ventilator tights, and a BLINGED out princess shirt...woo hoo! So much fun! Well, Carissa? This one has you written all over it!

Why me? I am so not the frilly type! If I do another half, won't be until next year. I want my groin issue completely gone before I start doing long runs again. Besides, seriously doubt I could talk my dh into letting me spend money on going to WDW again by myself.

But, you ladies have fun! I agree Liz needs to work on her costume. I actually think I still have a tiara from the Pirate and Princess Party we went to many years ago. It's been in my glove compartment since that night!

 

[dismagiclover]

Woo hoo Liz! That is exciting news! 3 Disney halfs within 6 months. I can only dream! Really you should also consider going out to the DL half in September. Then you'll get all 4 within a year!

 

[carissanboys]

Woo hoo Liz! That is exciting news! 3 Disney halfs within 6 months. I can only dream! Really you should also consider going out to the DL half in September. Then you'll get all 4 within a year!

Now that I would be up for!

 

[AUdisneyDad]

Liz that is awesome, I'll be cheering you ladies on here in AL.
Also I wanted to say hello and welcome to Robyn. You'll find that these ladies and gentlemen are a wealth of knowledge and are always willing to help you when you need it. Good Luck with your training.

 

[liznboys]

Good morning Ducks! Hey, remember to post what races you have planned for this year (and through 2012 Marathon Weekend). I won't be swiping info. off of Big Vic's WISH Race List this year so post on our thread here or I won't see it! Thanks!

Thanks Ducks for sharing in my excitement about the Princess! I won't be making up a costume...maybe next year I'll do that (already planning a trip with at least two friends for next years Princess). This year I'll just wear one of my pink tops and black skirt. I named my favorite princess as Sleeping Beauty so I think that gives me a pink themed bib. My fav princess is actually Belle, but I wanted pink!

Don't think the Disneyland Half hasn't crossed my mind... The Wine & Dine Half has also crossed it... I have every Disney Half floating around in there as a possibility. I would do them all in a heartbeat if I could!

Ann~Welcome back my fellow North Carolinian!

Jessica~Welcome back! Hang in there with your son...best wishes.

 

[carissanboys]

Another old slacker Duck here. I haven't done much running since the Wine & Dine, but I'm hoping to get back on track. I have only one race planned so far this year. It's the Hippie Chick Half on May 8. Unfortunately between work and some troubles my teen son is in, I can't plan too far ahead.

Hopefully, I can keep up here this year and get back to running regularly.

Welcome back, Jessica!

 

[carissanboys]

Thanks Ducks for sharing in my excitement about the Princess! I won't be making up a costume...maybe next year I'll do that (already planning a trip with at least two friends for next years Princess). This year I'll just wear one of my pink tops and black skirt. I named my favorite princess as Sleeping Beauty so I think that gives me a pink themed bib. My fav princess is actually Belle, but I wanted pink!

I didn't know they gave different colored bibs based on which princess you choose. Cool! Belle is my favorite, too.

Don't think the Disneyland Half hasn't crossed my mind... The Wine & Dine Half has also crossed it... I have every Disney Half floating around in there as a possibility. I would do them all in a heartbeat if I could!

If you decide to do or even consider doing the DL half, let me know.

 

[TnTsParty]

I didn't know they gave different colored bibs based on which princess you choose. Cool! Belle is my favorite, too.

Yep I think there are 4 different Princesses to choose from (or at least that was how it was for the 1st Princess in 2009) I choose Cinderella since she is my fave and got a blue bib but I wore a pink shirt.

I would love to do the Disneyland half one of these days but I would probably have to win the lottery in order to do it!! LOL

 

[liznboys]

Yeah the airfare scares me. Also, what about the time change and how it affects you sleep-wise? Let's just chat about this hypothetically.... The race is on Sunday, and you'd need to get to the Expo before Saturday night at 5pm. A flight from the east coast is how long? What airport would one fly into, LAX?