Marathon Weekend 2016

[Ariel484]

I figure we'll know bib numbers before the email actually gets sent

That's what I was going to say. Don't stalk your inbox...stalk here.

 

[michigandergirl]

omg, omg, omg!!! It has started.

I got the first runDisney email today for the marathon and it has awesome info!!!! ...on the chear packages...sigh, so close.

I haven't received a single runDisney email since I signed up in May! How do I fix this!!! I feel left out!

 

[Pleglech]

I'm not concerned about bib #s ... The question is, will they tell us about the new course before the race actually starts?

Regarding statements on the prior page: Weekly mileage is far more important than the distance of your long run.

 

[DopeyBadger]

I'm not concerned about bib #s ... The question is, will they tell us about the new course before the race actually starts?

Regarding statements on the prior page: Weekly mileage is far more important than the distance of your long run.

Personally, I'd even take it one step further and say that (Relative Workout Pace Intensity x Time) matters more than weekly mileage or distance of long run. But, they all play an important role when viewed as a harmonious balanced plan.

 

[mawatcha]

Purely my choice for the mental part of "I know I can run this far". No one told me that it was the best way, but no one said it was always bad either. It will be done at a very slow pace and will be done 4 weeks out from race date... with me essentially have a 4 week taper. I do monitor my form to try and avoid injury. That is certainly something I will keep in mind during that training run and I will quit if I feel like I'm falling apart. On my 22 mile run Saturday, I could feel it in my legs the last 2-3 miles and I was extra cautious about my form finishing up. Fortunately I felt completely fine Monday morning and again the following day.

For all of my halves (again I know that the marathon is a different beast) I have run 14-15 right before tapering... I guess it's mental with me.

I have to do it mentally too or I severely lack confidence on race day. Yesterday I did 22 miles without stopping and with no aid (water/gels). I'm in a marathon on November 29th so my runs for the next 10 days will be shorter but I definitely feel a lot more capable now. I think it's good to be cautious, particularly running long distances close to actual race day, but it doesn't hurt so long as there's adequate rest and stretching.

 

[cavepig]

Yesterday I did 22 miles without stopping and with no aid (water/gels).

Seriously, you took in no water/fuel for 22 miles, wow that's crazy! I think I would have died.

 

[Ariel484]

Seriously, you took in no water/fuel for 22 miles, wow that's crazy! I think I would have died.

Yeah, if I survived that...I'd be a complete wreck for at least the rest of the day.

 

[LSUlakes]

I have to do it mentally too or I severely lack confidence on race day. Yesterday I did 22 miles without stopping and with no aid (water/gels). I'm in a marathon on November 29th so my runs for the next 10 days will be shorter but I definitely feel a lot more capable now. I think it's good to be cautious, particularly running long distances close to actual race day, but it doesn't hurt so long as there's adequate rest and stretching.

How long did your 22 miler take you? How are the legs holding up? Good luck on your marathon! Which one are you running?

 

[cburnett11]

I have to do it mentally too or I severely lack confidence on race day. Yesterday I did 22 miles without stopping and with no aid (water/gels). I'm in a marathon on November 29th so my runs for the next 10 days will be shorter but I definitely feel a lot more capable now. I think it's good to be cautious, particularly running long distances close to actual race day, but it doesn't hurt so long as there's adequate rest and stretching.

Wow on the "no aid" routine. I was trying to practice my fueling, so I think I ended up doing about 40 oz. of gatorade/water mix, 2 gus, and 3 chew squares (half a pack) on my 22 mile run this past Saturday.

Now that fueling has come in, does anyone on here plan to run the marathon with a hydration belt or do most people take in water/powerade just at the stops? I'm debating on a belt with 2 bottles that could be refilled, a hand-strapped bottle that could be refilled, or relying only on the stops. I've never raced with bottles of any kind and only used the stops in my halves. But I'm not really a pro at drinking fast from those cups and would love to sip at my leisure... but a belt seems like more than I want to deal with. Maybe the hand-strapped bottle is a happy balance.

 

[JClimacus]

Wow on the "no aid" routine. I was trying to practice my fueling, so I think I ended up doing about 40 oz. of gatorade/water mix, 2 gus, and 3 chew squares (half a pack) on my 22 mile run this past Saturday.

Now that fueling has come in, does anyone on here plan to run the marathon with a hydration belt or do most people take in water/powerade just at the stops? I'm debating on a belt with 2 bottles that could be refilled, a hand-strapped bottle that could be refilled, or relying only on the stops. I've never raced with bottles of any kind and only used the stops in my halves. But I'm not really a pro at drinking fast from those cups and would love to sip at my leisure... but a belt seems like more than I want to deal with. Maybe the hand-strapped bottle is a happy balance.

I've seen both. Personally I hate carrying anything more than necessary and I only carry a few gu gels. The water stops are frequent and well-stocked, so I just grab water at them. If you have trouble drinking on the run, it's OK to walk for a few steps while you drink. You won't lose that much time. Even some very fast marathoners do this. Again, just personally, I would rather walk through the water stops if necessary rather than carry anything.

 

[LSUlakes]

Wow on the "no aid" routine. I was trying to practice my fueling, so I think I ended up doing about 40 oz. of gatorade/water mix, 2 gus, and 3 chew squares (half a pack) on my 22 mile run this past Saturday.

Now that fueling has come in, does anyone on here plan to run the marathon with a hydration belt or do most people take in water/powerade just at the stops? I'm debating on a belt with 2 bottles that could be refilled, a hand-strapped bottle that could be refilled, or relying only on the stops. I've never raced with bottles of any kind and only used the stops in my halves. But I'm not really a pro at drinking fast from those cups and would love to sip at my leisure... but a belt seems like more than I want to deal with. Maybe the hand-strapped bottle is a happy balance.

I run fulls with a fuel belt. I don't really like it, but it makes life a little easier on my nutrition hydration plan.

 

[PrincessV]

I figure we'll know bib numbers before the email actually gets sent

Always, lol!

Now that fueling has come in, does anyone on here plan to run the marathon with a hydration belt or do most people take in water/powerade just at the stops?

Neither: I use a small handheld bottle when I race (and when I run at home, for that matter.) I also prefer to sip as needed, so the bottle allows me to do that easily. I just refill it at hydration stops on the course.

 

[cavepig]

Now that fueling has come in, does anyone on here plan to run the marathon with a hydration belt or do most people take in water/powerade just at the stops? I'm debating on a belt with 2 bottles that could be refilled, a hand-strapped bottle that could be refilled, or relying only on the stops. I've never raced with bottles of any kind and only used the stops in my halves. But I'm not really a pro at drinking fast from those cups and would love to sip at my leisure... but a belt seems like more than I want to deal with. Maybe the hand-strapped bottle is a happy balance.

I take powerade/water from the course stops. I have to walk to drink though out of the cups or I just spill and gag. I've seen many belts or handhelds on course though. In training I use a handheld bottle, but for the races I would rather not hold anything especially since I have my camera to worry about.

 

[RunningPrince]

http://runnersconnect.net/coach-corner/why-you-shouldnt-use-marathons-as-long-runs-in-training/

Since you mentioned no one said it was bad either I posted the link above for a few reasons why. I think your timing of 4 weeks out is ideal for your last 20+ mile run, but I would imagine 3 weeks out is ~16 miles... For many people that is still a challenge of a run regardless of how in shape you are. I don't mean to be negative about your idea of doing the 26 miles, but its a high risk low reward option. Talk with other runners and get their advice on the subject, and if you still feel its worth it despite the risk, go for it.

Thanks for posting this link - I'm targeting long runs in the 20-22 mile range and I'm running much more frequent runs as prep for my 2016 Dopey Castaway Rebel Coast-to-Coast Challenge in 7 weeks from today. I alternate running 4 days in a row roughly doubling distance each day (2-4-8-16, 3-6-10-18, etc) rest 2 days and then 4 days in a row at similar distance (6.5-8) then rest 2 days. Pace around 8:50-9/min mile. This is to simulate Dopey, 2 days off, Castaway 5k, 2 days off, Rebel. I taper around 2-3 weeks running my similar distance routine during that time before the race. Anyone else training similarly?

 

[mawatcha]

Seriously, you took in no water/fuel for 22 miles, wow that's crazy! I think I would have died.

How long did your 22 miler take you? How are the legs holding up? Good luck on your marathon! Which one are you running?

I wasn't expecting to do it. The plan was to just run until worn out and at hitting 22 I knew I'd miss a meeting later in the day if I didn't stop and go home. It took me 3:11 and I'm hoping to come in under 3:45 at Seattle Marathon next Sunday. That's my last race before the Goofy Challenge. The biggest things that helped were not looking at my watch for time & miles until the last 2 miles, and also tuning out with a good playlist.

I feel ok today, legs are a little sore but managing fine. Not recommending anyone follow suit, it just worked for me and I feel a lot more confident in my ability to do Seattle next week. Also, I made a pumpkin chocolate chip loaf this week and loaded on a few slices the night before, as well as in the morning. I'll make any excuse for cake but I swear it worked as excellent fuel!

Can't wait for the Goofy Challenge, get butterflies every time I think about it.

 

[SarahDisney]

So ... I didn't get this runDisney email. What (if anything) am I missing?

 

[DopeyBadger]

Wow on the "no aid" routine. I was trying to practice my fueling, so I think I ended up doing about 40 oz. of gatorade/water mix, 2 gus, and 3 chew squares (half a pack) on my 22 mile run this past Saturday.

Now that fueling has come in, does anyone on here plan to run the marathon with a hydration belt or do most people take in water/powerade just at the stops? I'm debating on a belt with 2 bottles that could be refilled, a hand-strapped bottle that could be refilled, or relying only on the stops. I've never raced with bottles of any kind and only used the stops in my halves. But I'm not really a pro at drinking fast from those cups and would love to sip at my leisure... but a belt seems like more than I want to deal with. Maybe the hand-strapped bottle is a happy balance.

I run with a 3-10oz fuel belt and consume 6 E-Gels (74 g carbs per hour) during the run. I usually consume 5oz of water per mile. I am contemplating running with either a small handheld or nothing for Disney as practice for my Fall marathon PR attempt (trying to reduce carrying weight). I am also attempting a carb loading protocol during disney and my spring marathon to reduce my needs for carbs during the Fall marathon PR attempt.

 

[LSUlakes]

I wasn't expecting to do it. The plan was to just run until worn out and at hitting 22 I knew I'd miss a meeting later in the day if I didn't stop and go home. It took me 3:11 and I'm hoping to come in under 3:45 at Seattle Marathon next Sunday. That's my last race before the Goofy Challenge. The biggest things that helped were not looking at my watch for time & miles until the last 2 miles, and also tuning out with a good playlist.

I feel ok today, legs are a little sore but managing fine. Not recommending anyone follow suit, it just worked for me and I feel a lot more confident in my ability to do Seattle next week. Also, I made a pumpkin chocolate chip loaf this week and loaded on a few slices the night before, as well as in the morning. I'll make any excuse for cake but I swear it worked as excellent fuel!

Can't wait for the Goofy Challenge, get butterflies every time I think about it.

Good to hear the legs are holding up well. Your 22 miler pace and your goal marathon pace seem to be in line, so it looks like things will go well for you. I would be willing to say, since you got that pace done for your training run, you could probably get closer to 3:35 to 3:40 range for the race in a few days. Again, good luck and let us know how it all goes.

 

[Pixie Heart]

Just got it as well!

You are SO lucky!

So ... I didn't get this runDisney email. What (if anything) am I missing?

I didn't get it either!!!!

 

[cavepig]

The email was just about buying cheer packages or race retreat. Nothing that exciting.