Official 2011 Princess Half Marathon Thread - Link to new thread Post 3703!

[KarenAylwood]

Maybe my math is really off, but an 11 minute pace is way under a 2:30 half.

11 min/mile x 13.1 miles = 144.1 minutes

144.1/60 = 2.4 hours or 2 hours and 24 minutes. So yes, 6 minutes under.

I've never run further than 5 miles at a time at this point, so I'm assuming I won't be able to average 11 min miles for 13.1 miles but who knows where I'll be by March!

It is possible the stops could be like a rest period I guess- which would allow me to run more and walk less. Anyone else have a problem making their goal with stops?

 

[syko]

You are correct it is, but if you put the pace for the 8K in to a running calculator, then the 1/2 marahon time comes too:2:28:38.
Look here: http://www.mcmillanrunning.com/cgi-bin/calc.pl

 

[mla1977]

I missed by goal by 52 seconds in January and I stopped for a picture in front of the castle. I'm not sure how much that stop really affected me when you consider the horrible weather conditions. I beat my goal by 1:20 at the princess. I didn't stop for pictures, but I did stop for Tylenol which seemed to take as long as the pictures did.

If you can maintain 11 minutes miles for 5 miles right now, you should be okay. Try to get some speed work in and I think you can easily make your goal.

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

I missed by goal by 52 seconds in January and I stopped for a picture in front of the castle. I'm not sure how much that stop really affected me when you consider the horrible weather conditions. I beat my goal by 1:20 at the princess. I didn't stop for pictures, but I did stop for Tylenol which seemed to take as long as the pictures did.

If you can maintain 11 minutes miles for 5 miles right now, you should be okay. Try to get some speed work in and I think you can easily make your goal.

I find that I go faster in cold weather, so I'm praying for another cold race next March!

I am at about an 11:15 pace right now, and get faster the longer distance I go.

 

[syko]

I find that I go faster in cold weather, so I'm praying for another cold race next March!
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I'm the other way around......cold = slow race.

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

I find that I go faster in cold weather, so I'm praying for another cold race next March!
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I'm the other way around......cold = slow race.

Then again, I've only been training for about 7 weeks, and it's been cold most of the time! Hoping for a long, hot summer to help me prepare for the Wine & Dine half.

 

[syko]

I don't know what distance you run now, but have you looked at this race: http://nyrr.org/races/2010/r0627x00.asp I thought of it as its local to you and I know about it because I race on their team.

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

I don't know what distance you run now, but have you looked at this race: http://nyrr.org/races/2010/r0627x00.asp I thought of it as its local to you and I know about it because I race on their team.

Thanks... I'm running 10ks in Central Park on May 15th and June 12th.

 

[syko]

A 10K next month.....you will fly around the 1/2 in oct.

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

A 10K next month.....you will fly around the 1/2 in oct.

Thanks, I hope so. I just did 6.2 miles for the first time two days ago, hoping to do it again today! I've been going every Saturday to run on the official course, which helps as well.

 

[Belle&Boys]

Hi All! I'm new to the boards and I'm planning on doing my first 1/2 marathon at the Princess 1/2 in March. I was a cross country runner in high school (about 22 years ago!), but had to stop at the end of the season due to shin splints and knee issues. Now here I am... 36, wife, mother of 2 boys and out of shape! What am I thinking!?! I had some health issues and a sleep disorder over the past few years and have finally gotten things under control. I have lost about 22 lbs over the last 1 1/2 years, and have started running again. It is addictive, and that same runner's high from high school has returned.
I am currently doing 5k runs on my own about 4 days a week, and hope to sign up for a 5k race soon. Unfortunately, my shin splints are starting to return, but I just went yesterday and had a shoe fitting. Apparently, I have ultra-high arches. I got some supports and a great pair of shoes. I'm trying to take it easy and just do the elliptical until my shins feel better. I'm praying that I will be able to continue training, adding mileage and finally run in the Princess 1/2! I'm really looking forward to the info and support from this board.

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

Hi All! I'm new to the boards and I'm planning on doing my first 1/2 marathon at the Princess 1/2 in March. I was a cross country runner in high school (about 22 years ago!), but had to stop at the end of the season due to shin splints and knee issues. Now here I am... 36, wife, mother of 2 boys and out of shape! What am I thinking!?! I had some health issues and a sleep disorder over the past few years and have finally gotten things under control. I have lost about 22 lbs over the last 1 1/2 years, and have started running again. It is addictive, and that same runner's high from high school has returned.
I am currently doing 5k runs on my own about 4 days a week, and hope to sign up for a 5k race soon. Unfortunately, my shin splints are starting to return, but I just went yesterday and had a shoe fitting. Apparently, I have ultra-high arches. I got some supports and a great pair of shoes. I'm trying to take it easy and just do the elliptical until my shins feel better. I'm praying that I will be able to continue training, adding mileage and finally run in the Princess 1/2! I'm really looking forward to the info and support from this board.[/QUOTE

great job on the weight loss and getting back to running. I too have 2 boys ages 5 and 3. I was not a runner in high school but played bball softball and field hockey. I am not just getting back into being active again. My goal also is the princess 1/2. I hope to see you there. These boards are very motivational so I am sure we all will help you reach your goal. shin splints are the worst. I hope your legs feel better soon. Its a good idea that you got properly fitted shoes. hope that helps. Good luck!

 

[udsweetpea]

I'll be back for #2, and I'm bringing a whole clan of princesses with me this year!

 

[Running_Pixie]

So I read somewhere that the registration for the 2011 Princess Registration was going to open on May 1st. Was that information incorrect? Anyone know anything? I'm so anxious to register

 

[swim-mom]

Hi Everyone!!

I am the one who called and spoke to Disney Endurance, who said that on May 1st the run was opening - however it could be that since it was a weekend they are waiting until Monday (tomorrow).

The run was larger than expected this year, so next year they are expecting it to close sooner then this year.

I was supossed to do Broad Street 10 miler this am, and when in disney last week I twisted my knee in heels on the lovely contemporty marbel floors - UGH! So rather than tempt fate and be injured and not sore I bailed out of the run this am.

Philly was 90 with 90% humidity so overall I know I made the right choice.

I will be back again for the Princess, hoping for a 2:30 finish - this year was my first 1/2 --- 7 months post op from spine surgery and got 2:45 --- just have to get on the ball and keep going one foot in front of the other.

Anyone considering doing the Food n wine?

 

[karice2]

I am signing up for the Princess 1/2 marathon. I have started a fitness plan that includes some competitive running events. October i will be doing the Army 10 miler but I really want to do the 1/2 marathon. I will be signing up as soon as it opens. My family will be making a trip with me to support.

I found a really good MP3 training program on Amazon that start with just getting people up to running a mile. It was really good.

 

[Rupert B Puppenstein]

Hi Everyone!!

I am the one who called and spoke to Disney Endurance, who said that on May 1st the run was opening - however it could be that since it was a weekend they are waiting until Monday (tomorrow).

The run was larger than expected this year, so next year they are expecting it to close sooner then this year.

I was supossed to do Broad Street 10 miler this am, and when in disney last week I twisted my knee in heels on the lovely contemporty marbel floors - UGH! So rather than tempt fate and be injured and not sore I bailed out of the run this am.

Philly was 90 with 90% humidity so overall I know I made the right choice.

I will be back again for the Princess, hoping for a 2:30 finish - this year was my first 1/2 --- 7 months post op from spine surgery and got 2:45 --- just have to get on the ball and keep going one foot in front of the other.

Anyone considering doing the Food n wine?

I hope registration starts on Monday!! I am debating about doing the Food & Wine. I am debating if there is enough time for me to recover from the Disneyland Half before doing the Food & Wine. I don't want to overdo it. I don't like getting up early - especially as early as all the races usually require you to so the Food & Wine is very tempting!!

 

[Lovemy3rs]

I spoke a representative just now and she said as far as the Endurance team was told, registration was supposed to open May 1st. They do not operate the website so they are not sure why it is not open and believe it might be a technical problem. She said to just randomly keep checking the main website.
I know we don't HAVE to sign up for awile yet but the sooner I commit, the better I am mentally for the prepartion. Holding my feet to the fire!!

 

[palmettocharm]

I spoke a representative just now and she said as far as the Endurance team was told, registration was supposed to open May 1st. They do not operate the website so they are not sure why it is not open and believe it might be a technical problem. She said to just randomly keep checking the main website.
I know we don't HAVE to sign up for awile yet but the sooner I commit, the better I am mentally for the prepartion. Holding my feet to the fire!!

I am the same way...I know if I have registered for it I will hold myself accountable.

I called today as well. They told me they expected it to be open sometime this week and to just keep checking the website.

The website is:

www.disneyprincesshalfmarathon.com

 

[Twingle]

Right there with you - I'm ready to register so I can continue kicking my butt with the walking/running!

Thanks for posting the direct link - hopefully we can register soon!