Official 2015 Disneyland Half Marathon Thread.

[sumlee]

I am in for the Dumbo Double Dare and the 5k. Was there for the half in 2014 and saw ally the Dumbo ms tuff and just HAD to do it in 2015!!!

Welcome, mrsg00fy! We are going to have so much fun!!!

 

[Ariel484]

Training plan should start tomorrow...

*drums fingers on desk impatiently*

 

[MeridaAndAngus]

Looking for some training advice - trying to keep my goals in perspective

I just ran the EEC 5k this weekend, and I'm doing a local half marathon on Mother's Day. I'm hoping to save a couple of minutes off my half time for a PR as this will likely be my last race before the DDD PoT cutoff.

My normal workout routine for the past month has been 3-4 high-intensity yoga classes per week, and about 2 short runs per week. I got a little burned out on running last month, so I cut back on the frequency and length of my runs for the past few weeks.

This week, I'm planning on 2 yoga classes, and *maybe* 1 short shakeout run midweek. I normally do best with at least two rest days before a "big" race, so my last workout will be Thursday AM.

Trying to get some perspective on whether this is pushing myself too much if I want to be fresh for a PR on Sunday. I've been working really hard on keeping up with my exercise habits to continue with my fitness and weight loss journey, but I'm concerned I may be pushing myself a touch too much this week to be well rested for Sunday. Maybe just one yoga class and the short shakeout run is better? My late week yoga class tends to be more intense, so I'm considering skipping that one to make sure my legs aren't too fatigued on Sunday.

 

[Ariel484]

@MeridaAndAngus I think I would skip the late week yoga class - keep your legs fresh. Better to be a little undertrained than a little overtrained, if you will.

 

[mbwhitti]

Just saw that Southwest has a huge sale through the end of October

November flights are supposed to be released next week, May 14th.

Training plan should start tomorrow...

*drums fingers on desk impatiently*

Seriously, rD...come off it already!!

 

[Ariel484]

Seriously, rD...come off it already!!

 

[FFigawi]

@MeridaAndAngus I think I would skip the late week yoga class - keep your legs fresh. Better to be a little undertrained than a little overtrained, if you will.

I agree. A gentle yoga class would be very beneficial, but I'd skip an intense power yoga one to give your legs some rest.

 

[Slogger]

Looking for some training advice - trying to keep my goals in perspective


This week, I'm planning on 2 yoga classes, and *maybe* 1 short shakeout run midweek. I normally do best with at least two rest days before a "big" race, so my last workout will be Thursday AM.

Trying to get some perspective on whether this is pushing myself too much if I want to be fresh for a PR on Sunday. I've been working really hard on keeping up with my exercise habits to continue with my fitness and weight loss journey, but I'm concerned I may be pushing myself a touch too much this week to be well rested for Sunday. Maybe just one yoga class and the short shakeout run is better? My late week yoga class tends to be more intense, so I'm considering skipping that one to make sure my legs aren't too fatigued on Sunday.

Obviously you know your comfort and fitness levels best, but if it were me.........I would definitely do the "shakeout" run to keep the rust off, but probably skip the intense yoga workout. You want to be healthy, rested, and CONFIDENT to have a good race. Best of luck!

 

[Keels]

Training plan should start tomorrow...

*drums fingers on desk impatiently*

I'm pretty sure runDisney is tired of me calling and asking at this point.

 

[Slogger]

Tick....tock.....tick.....tock.......RunDisney

 

[Slogger]

I'm pretty sure runDisney is tired of me calling and asking at this point.

Thank you for contacting RunDisney. Your call is very important to us and someone will be with you in approximately...........whenever we get around to it!

 

[Keels]

Thank you for contacting RunDisney. Your call is very important to us and someone will be with you in approximately...........whenever we get around to it!

"I'm sorry, ma'am. We still don't have an ETA for you."

#LeSigh

 

[Slogger]

#TheWaitingistheHardestPart

 

[Ariel484]

Every time I see that someone has replied to this thread, I jump in my chair a little bit. Time to chill out!!

 

[mbwhitti]

Every time I see that someone has replied to this thread, I jump in my chair a little bit. Time to chill out!!

Right there with you.

 

[FFigawi]

Every time I see that someone has replied to this thread, I jump in my chair a little bit. Time to chill out!!

Like you can do that

 

[pamster]

While we anxiously wait for the race weekend theme, I would like to know: what exactly are Vinylmations used for? I saw them for the first time this past weekend and the Wikipedia page isn't helping me much. Are they just collectible figurines?


Thanks!

 

[Keels]

OMG. IDK what they're for, but I. WANT. ONE. NOW.

 

[croach]

I think they are primarily used to separate you from your money.

 

[Slogger]

They are really cute. And somewhat small. About 3" tall. Here is ours compared to a bobblehead you get at a baseball game. Go Nationals!