Marathon Questions

[MindyLuvsMickey]

We were visiting WDW during this year's Marathon Weekend and were completely impressed and inspired by all of the runners we came across. We were able to catch the tail end of the full marathon during our trip to Epcot on Sunday.

DH, my brother and I have decided that we would like to give it a shot for 2010. I've had a break from running for longer than I care to admit, so I'll be working for the next 12 months with a goal of the half. DH and DBrother will probably do the full, though.

My question is, how soon do we have to register for the events? I know that the slots fill up and I want to be sure that we are going to be able to participate. On the other hand, I want to give myself and the others plenty of time to see how our training goes so that we can all be sure to sign up for the best race for our abilities.

Thanks so much!!

 

[dsnyfan21]

The Goofy usually sells out first, then the Half around March/April then the Full. This year towards the end they started adding more slots in, so you never know It might be different.
You can check out Robert's Disneyrunning.com website for more information on that.

Tracy

 

[WDWFAN9]

Hi Mindy,

You can register online at www.disneysports.com or print out a mail-in form. I think the half filled up mid-March this past year, so don't wait too long to make up your mind. It really is an amazing experience! Good luck with your training.

 

[MindyLuvsMickey]

Thanks so much for the information. I'm definitely signing up and am assembling my support team as I type. I'm hoping to talk my SIL into the half so that we can do it together.

I can't wait to be able to say "I DID IT!"

 

[escape]

I can't wait to be able to say "I DID IT!"

It is a good feeling. And, we'll be right there to support you!!!!

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

The fun part is signing up, feeling "OMG What Have I Done?" and then training the rest of the year to make sure you do what you have chosen. It is good time now to sign up for whatever it is you want to accomplish. Right now if you train smart, go slowly, you should be good and have less chance of injury. Come here and train with us. The best part of training is sharing and then meeting up with folks for the event.

 

[escape]

The fun part is signing up, feeling "OMG What Have I Done?" and then training the rest of the year to make sure you do what you have chosen.

Yes, Lily is right-on. I'm at the "OMG WHAT HAVE I DONE" part!

 

[Mooshu]

I feel that's what WISH is about...we encourage each other to finish and we support each other throughout the year.

I hope you decide to join us....this is my first year of being a member and I have to admit by mile 20...I'm really glad I met and joined this group.

 

[emh1129]

I am planning to register for the half marathon, too! I have never, ever done anything like this in my life. But I'm going to do it
I think it's neat that you have your DH and BIL doing it, too! I will be training and running alone.. I couldn't talk DH into it.

 

[chimera]

Come join us on the weekly training thread! You'll find folks there at ALL levels of training...brand new to gnarly oldies. Come in, get comfy, ask questions...having the team alongside is a huge help!

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