I am going for it in 2008.....

[Hockeychic]

I was so hoping to do at least the 1/2 marathon in 2007 but life got in the way and I couldn't make it happen. I have a new resolve to do this for 2008. I know that is along way off and alot can change between now and then but I really want to do this.

I am currently carrying around a extra 30ish pounds that I have given myself until May 18 to lose, while I build muscle and increase my distance. I will then start working on smaller runs in my area, also planning on the Minnie in May. Getting to the ultimate Christmas present to myself is to be able to run/walk/jog or crawl my way to the finish line of the 1/2 or the full marathon.

I know this post won't mean anything to anyone else but me but I felt the need to put it out there in writing...or computer type.

Good luck to all of you who will be there for the 07 Marathon!!!!

Kim

 

[monte]

Kim - I'm there with you in 2008, where I'll do the full! I did the half in 2006 and had hoped to do the full in 2007, but unfortunately that's not going to happen. I already have my room ressies for 2008 and now have more training time, so it will work out better in the long run. Good luck with your training!

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

I know this post won't mean anything to anyone else but me but I felt the need to put it out there in writing...or computer type.

Kim,
I've got to say you can do it! Whichever event you choose, you can complete it. Come join in with the WISH walkers/runners group and you will have such a great "ride" as you work your way to the start and then cross the finish. It seems like you have already chosen a good path. It is never too early to begin working on the base you will need to give you an easier time when the more formal training for the event begins those few weeks out, I think 20 weeks for the full and 16 for the half if you follow John Bingham.

Meanwhile, get in your steps and cross training and you will certainly succeed in many ways.

Come play with us. There are many training for this already.

 

[Hockeychic]

Thank you both for the encouragement. I have even enlisted my family to do this with me.

DH has always wanted to do a marathon before he turns 45 and he will turn 45 the week after the race in 2008 so this is perfect.

I will pop over and read the thread.

Thank you

Kim

 

[fabumouse]

I also had life (as in, until recently, I was pregnant ) get in the way for 2007 half marathon - but I'm back in the planning stages for 2008.

I'm not sure which is the "official" thread for the 2008 race??

 

[Jen117]

There is a weekly thread that you can drop into at any time. Everyone on there is training for something, whether it is WDW 2007, WDW 2008 or other events.

I am training for my first 1/2 ever and of course it has to be at WDW!!

 

[monte]

Jen my "first" ever was WDW 1/2 marathon and let me tell you it's the best "first" experience. There is so much motivation and excitement that by mile marker 9, I was like "wow, that went by fast". lol. Hopefullly I will feel the same way in 2008 when I do the full.

 

[mackeyapp]

Can someone tell me when the 2008 marathon is being held. DH is booked to run the full this year and we are already talking about next year but don't know the dates. Any help on this matter would be appreciated.

 

[wtpclc]

MArathon weekend is the 10th to the 13th in 2008, so Half on the 12th and full on the 13th.

 

[Lan]

I say go for it!!! I am doing my first 1/2 in Jan. 07

 

[Hockeychic]

Thanks, I am feeling really good about it.

 

[HMHunters]

I know this post won't mean anything to anyone else but me but I felt the need to put it out there in writing...or computer type

Now it's not just a dream -- it's a goal! You can definitely do it. Find a good beginner's program that incorporates a run/walk program. I found it a relatively painless way to build up my stamina. Good luck; I'll be cheering for you!