Official 2011 Wine & Dine Half and Relay Thread

[Dagny]

I hope it is ok if I join your thread!

I will be running the wine and dine with my sister and 2 of my best friends. I am a TRUE beginning runner..... just started running in March with the C25K program and then transitioned over to Jeff Galloway's beginning runner's program. I did 5 VERY SLOW miles on Friday morning..... I do the walk/run thing, and it involves quite a few hills (which are mentally very tough for me.) I was just under 14 minutes a mile ( I said it was slow ) I would love to take at least a minute off of that time by October, but truly my goal is to finish.

We are staying at POFQ. We will fly down on Friday, and hang around the hotel all day Saturday. We got park hoppers to use on Sun, Mon. and Tues. We fly back home on Wednesday.

Looking forward to getting to know you all!

Welcome Michelle! You should be very proud - 14 min/mile is GREAT. If I can do that for the 1/2 marathon in October, I would be ecstatic!

 

[bgenew1]

I have been trying to follow Galloway's plan with a 1:1 ratio. Trouble is with my exercise asthma now added to the humidity, my walks are really slow as I try to get my breath back. (I do use an inhaler before starting.) Hubby thinks and I might agree it might be better to walk without running to help keep my pace up and not loosing my breath.

I am doing the first leg of the relay but am considering the Space Coast 1/2 in November. I did it last year totally underprepared but finished in 3:40.

Has anyone else switched from trying to run to just walking and what plan did you use to build up mileage? I googled for a Galloway plan but couldn't find a good link. The one on Jeff's website says for Runners And Walkers and lists runs.

Thanks for any advice and help.

 

[TMcDwyer]

Just wanted to make sure that everyone saw this so that nobody gets left out. Here is the link for the next WISH Shirt Order.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2747225

 

[CrystalCastle]

I have been trying to follow Galloway's plan with a 1:1 ratio. Trouble is with my exercise asthma now added to the humidity, my walks are really slow as I try to get my breath back. (I do use an inhaler before starting.) Hubby thinks and I might agree it might be better to walk without running to help keep my pace up and not loosing my breath.

I am doing the first leg of the relay but am considering the Space Coast 1/2 in November. I did it last year totally underprepared but finished in 3:40.

Has anyone else switched from trying to run to just walking and what plan did you use to build up mileage? I googled for a Galloway plan but couldn't find a good link. The one on Jeff's website says for Runners And Walkers and lists runs.

Thanks for any advice and help.

Here is a link to the one I used for the marathons. If you search the site I believe there is one for 1/2 marathons as well. I didn't follow it exactly but definitely kept all the long walks. I've used it for 12 Half marathons and 3 fulls (including 2 Goofys) so far.

Walking Schedule

Good luck on the training. If you do decide to walk them, it's a lot of fun. The runners who finish way before often come out and support us back of the packers. It's pretty awesome.

 

[stasijane]

My husband, who is a huge inspiration to me, says that the stamina will "just come" at some point and when it does you can just run forever.... lets hope he is right

I sure hope your husband is correct... and that it happens to me soon although I'm not seeing that in my future.

 

[TMcDwyer]

I sure hope your husband is correct... and that it happens to me soon although I'm not seeing that in my future.

Me too! I am still waiting for the "I love to run" feeling!

 

[krisnchris]

What types of drinks do they have at the stations? Trying to plan out what I should try using. . .

Also I'm worrying about being swept. My 8 mile this weekend was 16.2 min/mile. I have time to get it down, but that's my biggest worry. I know I will be able do 13.1 by then. I didn't have an official time to put in at the registration, so I think I'll be put in the last corral. There is a local 10K soon that I was thinking of running to get an official time. Would that place me in the second to last corral, not that it would be fast, but just ahead of people who didn't turn in an official time? Just hoping for that extra insurance for my peace of mind in terms of fear of getting swept. Thoughts? Should I sign up for the 10K?

 

[John VN]

I have been trying to follow Galloway's plan with a 1:1 ratio. Trouble is with my exercise asthma now added to the humidity, my walks are really slow as I try to get my breath back. (I do use an inhaler before starting.) Hubby thinks and I might agree it might be better to walk without running to help keep my pace up and not loosing my breath.

I am doing the first leg of the relay but am considering the Space Coast 1/2 in November. I did it last year totally underprepared but finished in 3:40.

Has anyone else switched from trying to run to just walking and what plan did you use to build up mileage? I googled for a Galloway plan but couldn't find a good link. The one on Jeff's website says for Runners And Walkers and lists runs.

Thanks for any advice and help.

Walker only because my soon to be 61yo knees allow nothing else. No jogging or running. A desire to walk fast is an extension of my bicycling and Danny Dryer's book, Chi Walking, has allowed me to focus on becoming efficient and fast. His style is not for everyone but if you can employ it I would think you could overcome most anything. I will also add that while at first the CHI concept was foreign to me, I now admit to its relevance in my success.

 

[bigtony777]

Michelle,

Welcome to the thread and the race. Go Hoosiers!!! My wife and I both graduated from IU and will be running the half. Just keep with your training schedule and everything will work out.

 

[APrunner]

What types of drinks do they have at the stations? Trying to plan out what I should try using. . .

Also I'm worrying about being swept. My 8 mile this weekend was 16.2 min/mile. I have time to get it down, but that's my biggest worry. I know I will be able do 13.1 by then. I didn't have an official time to put in at the registration, so I think I'll be put in the last corral. There is a local 10K soon that I was thinking of running to get an official time. Would that place me in the second to last corral, not that it would be fast, but just ahead of people who didn't turn in an official time? Just hoping for that extra insurance for my peace of mind in terms of fear of getting swept. Thoughts? Should I sign up for the 10K?

Power aid and water. If I recall correctly from last year, the first volunteers at a station have power aid, the last ones have water. Typically they will call out what they are holding too.

Do the 10K. Not so much for the time, but just to get some race experience. It is almost impossible to simulate that race feel during training. A little experience helps alot. You have time to get your time and distance where you want them, but you will likely already be below the 16 min/mile mark in an event.

 

[cewait]

What types of drinks do they have at the stations? Trying to plan out what I should try using. . .

Also I'm worrying about being swept. My 8 mile this weekend was 16.2 min/mile. I have time to get it down, but that's my biggest worry. I know I will be able do 13.1 by then. I didn't have an official time to put in at the registration, so I think I'll be put in the last corral. There is a local 10K soon that I was thinking of running to get an official time. Would that place me in the second to last corral, not that it would be fast, but just ahead of people who didn't turn in an official time? Just hoping for that extra insurance for my peace of mind in terms of fear of getting swept. Thoughts? Should I sign up for the 10K?

If your first 7 miles were below 16 and only mile 8 above you are well within the 16 minute pacing requirement I would think. Look at the map and you will see that Mile 9 puts you into the Studios. USUALLY (can't guarantee) once in the Studios you will not be swept. The reason is that once off the streets it is easier to marshal and control the race.

Not throwing stones at you but a general opine.
As far as entering 'official' times on the entry, I wish folks would read and understand the question better. It must not be as clear as I think it to be or folks just punt if this is their first event. For this race it is too late but when entering you should put in your expected finish time. If below 2:45 proof is required to support the earlier corral. If one says 2:46+, no proof required. Disney lines up the corrals as follows... Elite to 2:45 runners are in the early gates- proof was required. Then comes the 2:46 - 3:30 declared runners (no proof required). Following this group are the folks who do not place a value in the slot- last corral, maybe one earlier depending on how the entries line up. The last folks are those who declared a sub 2:45 time but failed to offer proof. A good idea for those who are 2:46+ runners, put 2:46 on you entry form and you will be seeded as high as you can be without having to provide proof.

As far as offered a 10k time to get a better corral, it will not improve your corral. I agree that entering and running the 10k is a great idea that you should do. There is nothing better than an actual race to give you an idea of where you are. Just remember that in the 10k you are training for a longer race and to not get all wound up in the race excitement.

On race day for the W&D, slide to the front of your corral. it will give you a huge buffer from the end.

 

[bgenew1]

Thanks for the link CrystalCastle and for the book recommendation John VN. I will check both of them out. I think walking is the way to go for me and hopefully i can get to a 12-13 min mile this way.

 

[John VN]

Thanks for the link CrystalCastle and for the book recommendation John VN. I will check both of them out. I think walking is the way to go for me and hopefully i can get to a 12-13 min mile this way.

I have no doubt that you will succeed. By training wisely I have lowered my mile walking time to 8:30 with my best 13.1 time of 2:06:16. The absolute greatest thing about walking is the lack of injuries because of the low impact.

GOOD LUCK and if you have questions pm me.

 

[SIMBAisKING]

Any word on this years medal? I see they released the tinkerbell medal for 2012 so thought this one should be out too.

 

[ksoehrlein]

My guess is that it will look the same as last year, minus the "Inaugural"

 

[krisnchris]

Thanks for the encouragement; I do think running a 10K will be valuable; planning an 8K in two weeks. . . an evening one, so should be good practice for running @ night!

So I think my DH put 3:30 for anticipated time. At this point, I guess that will put me in the last corral. Am I understanding that right? My best shot is to get to the front of that corral. I do think I will be faster for a race. I did a 5K in April and was faster than my training runs.

So, with my pace, do you think it will be mostly water at the stations?

And one more, particularly for the ladies - did the porta-potties have terrible lines?

 

[cewait]

Thanks for the encouragement; I do think running a 10K will be valuable; planning an 8K in two weeks. . . an evening one, so should be good practice for running @ night!

So I think my DH put 3:30 for anticipated time. At this point, I guess that will put me in the last corral. Am I understanding that right? My best shot is to get to the front of that corral. I do think I will be faster for a race. I did a 5K in April and was faster than my training runs.

So, with my pace, do you think it will be mostly water at the stations?

And one more, particularly for the ladies - did the porta-potties have terrible lines?

I am sure they will have additional corrals (last year was4ithink) but you are still looking at one of the last two. The fence will come down just before the start so edge forward as soon as the fence falls. That will give you a little more buffer.

Not sure I understand the water question....if you mean will any powerade be leftcat the aid stations? Should have both as you roll through. The first 2-3 tables will be empty but they usually have enough for all.

Not a lady but Disney does porta porgies right. Plus, shhhh the wwos facilities are open....out of the way but open

 

[bgenew1]

I have no doubt that you will succeed. By training wisely I have lowered my mile walking time to 8:30 with my best 13.1 time of 2:06:16. The absolute greatest thing about walking is the lack of injuries because of the low impact.

GOOD LUCK and if you have questions pm me.

I am really impressed and intrigued!

 

[rundisneymom]

As far as entering 'official' times on the entry, I wish folks would read and understand the question better. It must not be as clear as I think it to be or folks just punt if this is their first event. For this race it is too late but when entering you should put in your expected finish time. If below 2:45 proof is required to support the earlier corral. If one says 2:46+, no proof required. Disney lines up the corrals as follows... Elite to 2:45 runners are in the early gates- proof was required. Then comes the 2:46 - 3:30 declared runners (no proof required). Following this group are the folks who do not place a value in the slot- last corral, maybe one earlier depending on how the entries line up. The last folks are those who declared a sub 2:45 time but failed to offer proof. A good idea for those who are 2:46+ runners, put 2:46 on you entry form and you will be seeded as high as you can be without having to provide proof.

Thank you for the clear explanation. That is what I thought, but I wasn't certain I understood that correctly until I read what you wrote.

 

[ChloroFiend]

So, with my pace, do you think it will be mostly water at the stations?

By first and last, they mean 'in line' not 'as the race progresses'. The first few tables as you enter the water station will be powerade, while the back half will probably be water.

They won't run out of powerade and swap to water, but will have both available in different areas of the water station.