Official 2011 Wine & Dine Half and Relay Thread

[cewait]

Question for you guys:

Has anyone tried to switch from the Half Marathon to Princess? The problem for me now is the date. I got a new job and will most likely have to work that weekend and did not forsee that 4 months ago when I signed up.

I checked out the form and it looks like you can only switch between races. I just don't want to lose my $150 and not be able to run!

Historically, no you cannot change from one race to another. Email Disney ( address on website) and explain your situation. You may get a favorable answer.

 

[kmg148]

Historically, no you cannot change from one race to another. Email Disney ( address on website) and explain your situation. You may get a favorable answer.

Thanks! I figured so. I'm sorry this post ended up here and not the January thread--that's what I get for having multiple screens up at the same time!

 

[rizzobob]

Hi guys! Ran my first 5K yesterday. I was SLOW but I have to say it was really hot and humid too. It was definitely fun and a huge learning experience. I am excited to have done one and now have a better idea of what it is like. It has definitely gotten my motivation up and I am looking forward to doing more, just maybe when it is cooler!!

I definitely learned that I need to do the Wine and Dine the way I am accustomed to doing a run or train according to how they do it. And by that I mean the water and Gu breaks and all. Yesterday, there wasn't much water where I am used to carrying it with me. It made a huge difference in the way I could run. So I will be looking in to a hydration belt or something, unless I find that I need less as it starts to cool.

I still have my long run this weekend and will be trying out Gu shots or something for the first time. If anyone has any that they suggest or like, let me know! I might try the beans too.

Hope some of this helps!

Michele

 

[cewait]

Hi guys! Ran my first 5K yesterday. I was SLOW but I have to say it was really hot and humid too. It was definitely fun and a huge learning experience. I am excited to have done one and now have a better idea of what it is like. It has definitely gotten my motivation up and I am looking forward to doing more, just maybe when it is cooler!!

I definitely learned that I need to do the Wine and Dine the way I am accustomed to doing a run or train according to how they do it. And by that I mean the water and Gu breaks and all. Yesterday, there wasn't much water where I am used to carrying it with me. It made a huge difference in the way I could run. So I will be looking in to a hydration belt or something, unless I find that I need less as it starts to cool.

I still have my long run this weekend and will be trying out Gu shots or something for the first time. If anyone has any that they suggest or like, let me know! I might try the beans too.

Hope some of this helps!

Michele

Your best bet is to purchase 2-4 gels and or beans or blocks and just try them. I can 100% guarantee that your body will not react the same to Gu brand as it will Cliff or PowerGel or any other brand OR flavor. I am certain that there will be a flavor that just sounds great in the store... but when you are out running, it will just not work well for you. Try a variety. Keep notes on what works.. first what tastes good on the run then by how your body reacts.... Keep you loop small so that if you develop GI issues you have a quick route to relief. Also understand that what works today may not work in the cooler weather of next year. Your body reacts differently under different stresses and formulations can change.

Hope this helps

 

[FireDancer]

Hi guys! Ran my first 5K yesterday. I was SLOW but I have to say it was really hot and humid too. It was definitely fun and a huge learning experience. I am excited to have done one and now have a better idea of what it is like. It has definitely gotten my motivation up and I am looking forward to doing more, just maybe when it is cooler!!

I definitely learned that I need to do the Wine and Dine the way I am accustomed to doing a run or train according to how they do it. And by that I mean the water and Gu breaks and all. Yesterday, there wasn't much water where I am used to carrying it with me. It made a huge difference in the way I could run. So I will be looking in to a hydration belt or something, unless I find that I need less as it starts to cool.

I still have my long run this weekend and will be trying out Gu shots or something for the first time. If anyone has any that they suggest or like, let me know! I might try the beans too.

Hope some of this helps!

Michele

As Coach said above everyone's body is different so head to a running store and grab a couple of different things (gels, beans, blocks) and different flavors. When talking about gel which I think is what most people end up liking I would try one fruit flavored option and one non-fruit flavored option and make sure to check if there is caffeine in the GU. Some people don't realize some flavors have caffeine and if they can't have it or don't react well to it you will want to check ahead of time.

Lastly, remember that you should take any gel (and IMO beans and blocks too) with some water to help your body absorb it.

Good luck.

 

[lazyowl]

Hi yall!

I've been lurking on this thread for a while. I haven't posted on Dis Boards for sometime (not since I did the college program back in 2007), but I can't remember my old username's password! Oh well, starting fresh.

ANYWAY! In an effort to stay in shape and have a sweet reward, I am a newbie runner who signed up for the W&D half. I see many of you are also in Texas, and training in this heat and humidity has been extreeemmmely painful. I think running in the evenings is better temp-wise, but I feel like I poop out after only a couple miles in the evenings, thus I've been trying to do my long runs in the mornings, but waking up early on a weekend day is tough too!

My longest run has been a 10k, so I'm really nervous about getting to twice that distance in the remaining two months we have to train. I've been using Nike + to train, and I too think that my ipod sensor is overstating my runs (it told me I went nearly 6.6 miles for the 10k, rather than just 6.2), but I don't want to recalibrate it at this point because it would screw all my stats up...I guess I just have to make myself think of a half marathon as 14 miles rather than 13.1 for my ipod's sake.

Tomorrow morning I'm hoping to go 6 miles, and basically increase 1 mile every weekend until the big race day (that is the plan at least haha). I have no idea how I will survive past 7 miles, as I feel like I want to die after about 3. I've loosely been following the Galloway plan with the run/walk method. Lately I've been walking for .1 of a mile, then running (or really jogging) .3 miles. I think in order to make it 6+ miles, I'm going to have to slow that pace down though. My average pace on a good day is about 11:30 min/mile, but I think once I started going longer I will be much closer to 13.

Running is much more of a mental game for me than a physical one. I just get bored. There is nothing to keep me going other than myself. Like when I get tired, it's so easy to say to myself, well, why don't you just stop? I think I'll need to stay distracted in order to make it the whole time. When I registered, I said I'd finish in about 3 hours. I think that will be about right for me.

I am running with two other friends, one who lives here in TX and another one I worked with during my CP (we were custodians at the Studios if you're wondering, super gross jobs but loved it!). We will be staying at BWI, so I'm super excited.

I know that was a novel, but I've really enjoyed reading everyone elses' stories and journies and tips, so I wanted to properly introduce myself! Good luck to everyone!!

 

[jeanigor]

The RunDisney Facebook Wall Photo

 

[stasijane]

The RunDisney Facebook Wall Photo

HOLY COW!!!! I love it! now I'm super excited. Is it just me or does it look so much more beautiful than last years medal? (I realize its the same but knowing its going to be mine makes it that moch sweeter!)

 

[TMcDwyer]

The RunDisney Facebook Wall Photo

BEAUTIFUL!!! Now I wish I had someone to run the relay with so I could get one! Anyone need a partner???

 

[megny]

Hey everyone,

I've been off this thread for a few weeks, so its been nice to sit tonight and catch up on everyone's progress. And to see the actual medal... SO exciting!!

I've been on an extended break from training due to a suspected plantar fasciitis issue (though I've battled it before and this time is much worse, so I don't know what's going on). I'm scheduled to visit a podiatrist in two weeks, and in the mean time, I need to get back on the road. Has anyone battled PF while continuing to train? Any tips?

Taryn, I hope to find your relay partner!!

 

[TMcDwyer]

Hey everyone,

I've been off this thread for a few weeks, so its been nice to sit tonight and catch up on everyone's progress. And to see the actual medal... SO exciting!!

I've been on an extended break from training due to a suspected plantar fasciitis issue (though I've battled it before and this time is much worse, so I don't know what's going on). I'm scheduled to visit a podiatrist in two weeks, and in the mean time, I need to get back on the road. Has anyone battled PF while continuing to train? Any tips?

Taryn, I hope to find your relay partner!!

I am running with PF right now. I tried a podiatrist the last two years and this year I am doing acupuncture. It has been helping a lot. Also...stretching and ice!

 

[29apr00]

I got new shoes!!! Ascisc GT-2160 in hot pink of course!!

so.....how exactly do you break in new running shoes? normally i would put on a new pair of tennis shoes and wear them all day every day just like normal. but these very $$$ shoes are not like normal shoes. Since these will be my race shoes, they are for running only. so how long do you wear them the 1st few times? my plan is to run for about 1-1/2 hrs tomorrow morning....depending on the weather. is that too long?

 

[sunshine269]

Just finished my long run 9.5 miles. For the first time I didn't feel like I was going to pass out. Thanks to everyone here for helping me out.

Jennifer

 

[cewait]

I got new shoes!!! Ascisc GT-2160 in hot pink of course!!

so.....how exactly do you break in new running shoes? normally i would put on a new pair of tennis shoes and wear them all day every day just like normal. but these very $$$ shoes are not like normal shoes. Since these will be my race shoes, they are for running only. so how long do you wear them the 1st few times? my plan is to run for about 1-1/2 hrs tomorrow morning....depending on the weather. is that too long?

The traditional rule of thumb is to run shorter (3-5 miles) 3-5 times; longer if you feel a hot spot. I think I used 15-20 miles as a mark for a long run. Over the last decade, shoes tend to not need to be broken in as much..or at least most shoes. I have taken replacement shoes where there was no change in the model and rum with no issue.

Note that if you change to a different style of if the manafacturer changed to a new version, i would recommend the more traditional break in approach. Also, my Asics experience would keep to the more traditional approach. The area where most folks find issue seems to be at the front of the arch support. Generally, this hot spot goes away, but it can take a few miles.

Take care of the shoes...track your miles. Give them a day rest between runs. Allow them to dry if they get wet. Only wear them for running.

 

[rizzobob]

Just finished my long run 9.5 miles. For the first time I didn't feel like I was going to pass out. Thanks to everyone here for helping me out.

Jennifer

That is awesome!!!!

Congratulations!!!

Michele

 

[TMcDwyer]

just finished my long run 9.5 miles. For the first time i didn't feel like i was going to pass out. Thanks to everyone here for helping me out.

jennifer

congrats!!!!!!

 

[29apr00]

The traditional rule of thumb is to run shorter (3-5 miles) 3-5 times; longer if you feel a hot spot. I think I used 15-20 miles as a mark for a long run. Over the last decade, shoes tend to not need to be broken in as much..or at least most shoes. I have taken replacement shoes where there was no change in the model and rum with no issue.

Note that if you change to a different style of if the manafacturer changed to a new version, i would recommend the more traditional break in approach. Also, my Asics experience would keep to the more traditional approach. The area where most folks find issue seems to be at the front of the arch support. Generally, this hot spot goes away, but it can take a few miles.

Take care of the shoes...track your miles. Give them a day rest between runs. Allow them to dry if they get wet. Only wear them for running.

Thanks Coach!!

 

[sunshine269]

Rizzobob- Thanks, and congrats on the 5k

TMcDwyer-Thanks, it was slow going, but for the first time I felt like I just might be able to finish this

Jennifer

 

[cewait]

Looking at the race program I need to correct a previous post. I indicated that I thought that there would be spectator viewing near the finish since it looked to be outside the front gate in the parking lot. Well, it does finish in the bus parking area just outside the east cast member gate. However, according to the race program guide there will be limited seating at best. So plan on a finding supporters or runners at a spot that is not associated with a set of bleachers. I would look at a point inside the front gate if all are planning to attend the post race party or near the monorail station for those who are not.


Also NEW this year are B Tags. These are RFID bars glued to the back of your bib. In the last couple years, the D Tag was attached and you would rip that off and loop the part containing the device through a lace on your shoe. IT was called a D Tag because when installed in the laces, it forms a D.

The B Tags are a little goofy. First of all, guard you bib and do not bend across the bars on the back. It will pase a little issue for those who like to shorten their bibs as the BTag will not allow much shortening. While not an issue for the W&D, the BTag can fail to read is covered by heavy clothing. So take care once you receive your bib and plan on pinning it the full height. Note that you can wear the BTag with a number belt and it will read (or it has for me).

This may be confusing but there will be instructions in the race packet handed out with the bib. Just do not remove the tag bars.

Have fun everyone - its a little over two months away.

 

[J3nn78]

ugh-not looking forward to the Btag. I am one that likes to fold it over a bit as it is a really tall bib. It seems that these are not really made well for women. THere is not much space below the ****s and above a belt pack. I also looked up instructions for them and it says it has to be pinned in all 4 corners. So will it not work properly if you have it hanging on a belt?