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

[MickeyMomTo2]

Ooh, the KTTK tour is one of our *must do* things for the next trip We don't have to go as commando next time, because we SO did that this year, but I want to fill up the week with experiences.

It is a must-do for me during the Princess trip b/c I won't have my kids with me. Since you have to be 16+, I have never done the tour during a family trip. Doing the tour and the half will be such a wonderful experience that anything else will be icing on the cake!

 

[Rupert B Puppenstein]

Although I am usually a "cram as much as possible in while at Disney" person, I am planning for the half-marathon to be a laid back trip in general. When I said I wanted to wear the medal in the parks, I just meant I wanted to stay for a day or two to enjoy the experience. Other than doing the Keys to the Kingdom tour the morning after I arrive (before the half), I am just planning to go with the flow and enjoy being in the World!

Then you have a good plan. I can't tell you how many people I talked to in the corrals while we were waiting that were treating the half as a three hour fun run and then go back to our regular programming of cramming the parks in right after. I saw a few at the finish line with ice taped to their legs. So, if you are taking it easy, it shouldn't be a big deal. The race was my main reason for going to Disney World at that time so I went to MK to ride the new and improved Space Mountain, eat at Liberty Tavern and see a few of the parades and do some shopping. But, then I was done. I was sore for the next few days so there was no way I was going to enjoy the parks the usual way. But, obviously it wasn't that bad since I will be back for more!

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

Two questions for those "in the know":

1. I'm running my first 10k on June 12. If registration opens before then, should i wait to register until after i can submit an official time, or can I fix my corral later?

2. Does anyone wear glasses and have issues with them slipping as you run?

 

[mla1977]

Two questions for those "in the know":

1. I'm running my first 10k on June 12. If registration opens before then, should i wait to register until after i can submit an official time, or can I fix my corral later?

2. Does anyone wear glasses and have issues with them slipping as you run?

You can submit your time at any time through the expo. Chances are that registration will be open for a while so waiting shouldn't be a problem. If you were to do a race in the fall, you could submit that time too. Submitting time is only for corral placement.

 

[BubMunkeyBles]

Hm... We own DVC and were hoping to stay at Animal Kingdom Villas in a concierge room. I don't want to stay at Saratoga or Old Key West. Is it really that difficult parking on race day? We will have a car, or can even just get one of my parents to drop me and DH off.

I'm not sure if we'll be staying before or after. We'll be in the middle of a military move so will all depend on how dates work with that I'm sure. I don't want to be tired in the parks, but don't want to be tired for the race.

 

[syko]

It's easy to park for the Princess, its hard for the jan marathon.

 

[BubMunkeyBles]

It's easy to park for the Princess, its hard for the jan marathon.

Thanks, we'll just plan a drop-off or to park then.

 

[joan4mickey]

Two questions for those "in the know":



2. Does anyone wear glasses and have issues with them slipping as you run?

I have fogging issues and so I don't wear my glasses. My distance sight is okay, but my I'm very blind close up. I got a text message while waiting to race the Princess and just asked some nice girl standing near me to read it to me-very humbling "Good luck Mommy, I love you"

 

[DisneyMomLiz]

My DMom, DSis and I wogged (walked/jogged) the 5K this year. It was my first 5K ever and I had such a blast. My DSis is Marathon-er and Triathlon-er so she suggested the 5K last year as I was finally taking control of my health/weight!

My goal for this year is to finish losing the weight and wog, or even dare I say, run (slowly ) the Princess 1/2 next year!

BTW: thanks to everyone on this thread and the 2010 official thread. it was a great help for motivation and information for my first race ever!

 

[Swmr359]

Two questions for those "in the know":

2. Does anyone wear glasses and have issues with them slipping as you run?

I don't have a problem with them slipping, but this winter they kept fogging up! ( I was trying to run with my nose covered)

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

I don't have a problem with them slipping, but this winter they kept fogging up! ( I was trying to run with my nose covered)

LOL! My issue is that I get really sweaty (yuck!), and the glasses get slippery!

 

[Rupert B Puppenstein]

LOL! My issue is that I get really sweaty (yuck!), and the glasses get slippery!

You won't have that issue most likely. It was so cold that I really didn't see anyone sweating until maybe the very end when it finally started to warm up. Have you ever worn a sports headband to keep the sweat under control?

 

[Bookwood]

I hope to be in for the Princess 2011 also- I've done the half and full in Jan but will be cruising the Pananma Canal this year so am moving to the Princess. DD#2 will probably be doing it with me (I have to check with DD#1, and DD#3) also SIL #4 may also be along- not sure if they will bring the whole family or just her DD or no one with her.

As far as the glasses issue- I run in sun glasses anytime there's sun- but wear my contact lense. Sometimes the glasses fog up- but I've never had them slip down my nose. I'd like to state though that a headband wouldn't help my slippage issue because I sweat everywhere (including my nose, cheeks, and around my eyes.)

 

[KarenAylwood]

As far as the glasses issue- I run in sun glasses anytime there's sun- but wear my contact lense. Sometimes the glasses fog up- but I've never had them slip down my nose. I'd like to state though that a headband wouldn't help my slippage issue because I sweat everywhere (including my nose, cheeks, and around my eyes.)

Good to hear I'm not the only one!!

 

[swim-mom]

Hi Everyone -

I called Disney Endurance today, I had a question about this past 1/2 (its an amazing experience).

I also asked when the 1/2 was going to OPEN for 2011!!

Well, it will be open on May 1st - so mark your calendars!!

and count me in for next year too

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

Hi Everyone -

I called Disney Endurance today, I had a question about this past 1/2 (its an amazing experience).

I also asked when the 1/2 was going to OPEN for 2011!!

Well, it will be open on May 1st - so mark your calendars!!

and count me in for next year too

Whoo hoo! I probably won't register until the resort info comes out in July, but still, COOL!

 

[jenanderson]

Hi Everyone! I am in as well!

I was not a runner but started the C25K program in January. I will now call myself a runner since I completed my first race (a 7K) in March, will be doing a 5K next weekend and actually even registered for my first 1/2 marathon for June 6th (this is going to be a bit of a stretch).

I am super excited for this event and can't wait to run in WDW!
Jen

 

[DisneyMomma09]

Hi Everyone -

I called Disney Endurance today, I had a question about this past 1/2 (its an amazing experience).

I also asked when the 1/2 was going to OPEN for 2011!!

Well, it will be open on May 1st - so mark your calendars!!

and count me in for next year too

Wow! That is super exciting! Thinking about running in Disney is really keeping me motivated to get out and run! That and the beautiful weather we have been having!

 

[Princess Elly]

Thank you for that information. Now I can stop looking for when registration opens like a crazy person. I have to register first thing so I don't change my mind. Being register will be another way to keep me on track with my training. Thanks again.

 

[JillPTFLA]

I am really hoping to be back for #3! The first year I ran and this year I walked with my mom...it was lots of fun walking because I got to see all the sights and characters but I was envious of all of the people pushing themselves! I definitely want to run again this year.
Jill