OFFICIAL January 2012 5K, Half Marathon, Marathon, Goofy or Dopey Challenge Thread

[buckeyecinderella]

You have lots of time to get healthy and still get your training in. I have done one of my Goofy's with long day of only 10 miles(before the race I had surgeries on my left knee in Jan and March). The more miles the easier it is but the most miles I have ever done for any of my Goofy's is 16 miles.

I would trust quality over quantity. Training plans are a guide and not a bible. Sometimes people blindly follow them and thus leading to injuries.

Get better soon and see you in Jan!

Thank you for the encouragement. I had my PT evaluation today, I'll see how it goes. I was given the okay to run, but must stop if I begin to limp. And I'm supposed to cut back on my mileage. So, how am I supposed to ramp up my mileage for 26.2 and cut back? The PT is a runner too, so at least she understands!

I'll evaluate things again at the end of the month. If I must change to the Half in January, so be it... I'm already committed to the full marathon in 2013 anyway, so it is a full for me in 2013, whether or not I do the Full or Half in 2012.

 

[buckeyecinderella]

So I got some sad news... due to my back injury last week I am officially out of the race. I had to scrap my 5K last weekend and the 10K this weekend, but was hoping to get the OK to re-start training in time. No such luck.

I am really bummed, but do not want to push so hard I get hurt even more.

So, I am shooting for next year January...

Happy training and race day to all of you!

It is disappointing when you cannot run or have to cut back. Hope you have a speedy recovery and can get back on track soon!

 

[Rupert B Puppenstein]

Thank you for the encouragement. I had my PT evaluation today, I'll see how it goes. I was given the okay to run, but must stop if I begin to limp. And I'm supposed to cut back on my mileage. So, how am I supposed to ramp up my mileage for 26.2 and cut back? The PT is a runner too, so at least she understands!

I'll evaluate things again at the end of the month. If I must change to the Half in January, so be it... I'm already committed to the full marathon in 2013 anyway, so it is a full for me in 2013, whether or not I do the Full or Half in 2012.

I wouldn't change to the half - you will be fine during the Marathon, you just may have to change your goals a bit. There are plenty of other people doing the Marathon that you can keep up with and never see a sweeper!! Limping across the finish line is still crossing the finish line!

 

[runningmomof5]

Hi there!
I just ran my 1st half-marathon this past Sunday and if it helps, I can tell you that the last 3 miles were the absolute best for me. I found that the halfway mark was the scary part because you know how far you still have to go. The last 3 miles for me were emotional because I knew at that point that I could do it. 6 months ago, I couldn't run 1 mile without stopping. You'll see for yourself that when you are so close, it is soooooo exciting. It motivates you. Plus, you have the crowds cheering you on louder towards the end. Just believe in yourself, you can do it!

 

[DrMomof3]

My 1st race ever was the Disney half in Jan (2011) and I did ALL of my runs on a treadmill. I had childcare considerations that kept me indoors. I'm certainly not speedy but I've never gotten injured and finished the half without any problem.
I'm now training for the full. I've joined a Monday night running group so I get to run outdoors once a week. I did a 13 mile run on the treadmill Saturday morning (while entertaining a 3 year old - nothing like multi-tasking!). Each hour I took a quick bathroom/snack break (for me and my son! ) and it helped pass the time. I was also kept highly entertained by endless episodes of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and Jake and the Neverland Pirates. Don't be jealous!
My point is that we all do what we can to train and it's not always ideal! You can train on a treadmill and finish a half or full marathon.

Amanda

 

[2gr8DisneyKids]

My 1st race ever was the Disney half in Jan (2011) and I did ALL of my runs on a treadmill. I had childcare considerations that kept me indoors. I'm certainly not speedy but I've never gotten injured and finished the half without any problem.
I'm now training for the full. I've joined a Monday night running group so I get to run outdoors once a week. I did a 13 mile run on the treadmill Saturday morning (while entertaining a 3 year old - nothing like multi-tasking!). Each hour I took a quick bathroom/snack break (for me and my son! ) and it helped pass the time. I was also kept highly entertained by endless episodes of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and Jake and the Neverland Pirates. Don't be jealous!
My point is that we all do what we can to train and it's not always ideal! You can train on a treadmill and finish a half or full marathon.

Amanda

I was the same with the Princess 1/2 in 2010... childcare and Canada winter made for 90% of my training on the treadmill.

I ran it at a 2% hill at all times, and was a slow runner, but was never injured and finished easily.

Gotta do what you gotta do... but I have to admit it was a good 8 months before I ran on the tm again!

 

[hotblooded]

I am nervous beyond belief, but I am officially signed up for the marathon now I can't believe I am going to do a full marathon!!

Congratulations on registering! It's going to be a blast!

 

[Tinkerboy00]

This week we have our longest run ever scheduled - 15 miles. As we have only done half marathons so far, we have not run more than 13.1

Should be interesting!

 

[WriteDisney]

This week we have our longest run ever scheduled - 15 miles. As we have only done half marathons so far, we have not run more than 13.1

Should be interesting!

Good luck! I'm in the same boat, although I won't make it up that far for a few weeks yet.

 

[mla1977]

I got selected for the W&D meetup! I'll blog about it as soon as I can.

 

[stitchfan18]

This week we have our longest run ever scheduled - 15 miles. As we have only done half marathons so far, we have not run more than 13.1

Should be interesting!

16 & 18 were my hardest marathon training runs. Take it easy and hopefully you'll have nice weather to enjoy!

 

[CamS]

Hi All,

My name is Cam and I have been following all 79 pages of the thread. It has had lots of great information and has been full of terrific support. My wife got me running back in April and I completed my first have this past Sunday. I felt terrific afterward, I finished in 2:15. I'm training to run/walk the marathon and during my training I plan on running a second half in October. I do have a question regarding blending the races with your training program. They seem to typically have a recovery period (3 weeks) after a race. Any suggestions on blending them into a my program?

By the way I love the comment about the sweepers in the grim reaper costumes, lol. Thought my wife said they carry balloons, never thought of a grim reaper with a balloon bouquet!


Thanks All.

 

[orlandothebeagle]

Hi All,

My name is Cam and I have been following all 79 pages of the thread. It has had lots of great information and has been full of terrific support. My wife got me running back in April and I completed my first have this past Sunday. I felt terrific afterward, I finished in 2:15. I'm training to run/walk the marathon and during my training I plan on running a second half in October. I do have a question regarding blending the races with your training program. They seem to typically have a recovery period (3 weeks) after a race. Any suggestions on blending them into a my program?

By the way I love the comment about the sweepers in the grim reaper costumes, lol. Thought my wife said they carry balloons, never thought of a grim reaper with a balloon bouquet!


Thanks All.

Hi CAm, thats a great time for first half race, well done.
I always just try to do what feels good, if its hurting too much, I stop.

 

[WriteDisney]

Hi CAm, thats a great time for first half race, well done.
I always just try to do what feels good, if its hurting too much, I stop.

Yeah I agree. Don't push yourself too hard on those first runs after a race.

I tend to try and take the first week after a half easy, doing more cardio/strength training then running.

 

[jmasgat]

Cam I would suggest running the 1/2 at a training pace--versus a race pace......except I am lousy at doing that! I think since you have a good base already and have done a half, you probably won't need more than 1-2 days to recover, particularly if you are doing a run/walk race. Don't know what you're training plan is like, but I think if you just take the first couple runs after your next half easy, then you';; probably be fine.

And Welcome!

Maura

 

[dreams91]

I'd welcome advice and thoughts! I felt like I was doing great with training up until July. I was running about 14:00/mile (which was great for me since I started at near 17). Breathing was good too. I was running 5 min walking 2. Then I got shingles and feel like I haven't been the same since. I did take about 2 weeks off. Then I tried to start where I left off. Oh I did raise the incline on treadmill about that time after reading on here that it should be inclined a little. I've been doing two 3.25 milers and trying to increase my long run by 1/2 mile each week. In July I was up to 6.5, so I went back down to 5.5 and am working my way up. Unfortunately these runs seem very hard since July. Breathing isn't as easy (have asthma too) and I'm slower- about 15:30. I'm back up to 6 for my long run. I also went down to 4 min run, 2 min walk. I'm feeling very discouraged by all this. I've actually started to doubt my ability to make it in time for the Jan half. Should I see if I can switch my registration to the princess? Or is this doable?

 

[dreams91]

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[jmasgat]

Cherie Don't give up yet! The weather, your health, and who knows what else can make a big difference with day to day in training. You still have plenty of time to work towards January. I would stick with what you're doing and just take each day one at a time. Don't add in too much "new stuff" (I'm not a fan of TM incline--don't think it's really necessary, but that's only one opinion!) Try to relax--easier said than done, I know.

Good luck,

Maura

 

[buckeyecinderella]

I'd welcome advice and thoughts! I felt like I was doing great with training up until July. I was running about 14:00/mile (which was great for me since I started at near 17). Breathing was good too. I was running 5 min walking 2. Then I got shingles and feel like I haven't been the same since. I did take about 2 weeks off. Then I tried to start where I left off. Oh I did raise the incline on treadmill about that time after reading on here that it should be inclined a little. I've been doing two 3.25 milers and trying to increase my long run by 1/2 mile each week. In July I was up to 6.5, so I went back down to 5.5 and am working my way up. Unfortunately these runs seem very hard since July. Breathing isn't as easy (have asthma too) and I'm slower- about 15:30. I'm back up to 6 for my long run. I also went down to 4 min run, 2 min walk. I'm feeling very discouraged by all this. I've actually started to doubt my ability to make it in time for the Jan half. Should I see if I can switch my registration to the princess? Or is this doable?

I don't think you should give up your plans for running the Half in January. I'm not even close to being a running coach, but I managed to train alone for 3 half marathons, now training for the Disney 26.2 in January, so, I've had some ups and downs myself through this training time. Here are some things that came to mind:

- Don't be afraid to try smaller run/walk intervals, like run 2 min/walk 1 min, run 1/walk 1, etc. for awhile. This has helped me at times when it seems like I've been progressing negatively. Now I run all sorts of intervals, depending on how I feel, from 1 min run/1 min walk to 1 MILE run /1.5 min walk.

- Consider taking a weekend every few weeks where you decrease your mileage. For example, if you build up your weekend long run to 6/7/8 miles over 3 weeks, on the fourth week, just run 3 or 4 miles for your long run. Make sure you take your rest days too.

- Have you seen the Jeff Galloway 1/2 Marathon training plan?

- You may also want to just run without the incline on the treadmill for awhile too, until you start feeling better. Most of the course for the Half is flat. After you start feeling stronger, you could raise the incline. Or, perhaps just run with the incline on your weekday short runs, and keep it flat for your long runs.

I'm sure others will have some good advice too. Probably the best lesson I've learned is to just take care of yourself and just stay with it. You will eventually work through the sluggish times and will have a wonderful strong run and be back on track again!

 

[Disney Yooper]

I am finally on track again. I'm following the Marathoning for Mortals plans for walking/running the marathon. My goal is just to finish it without being swept. I did my 8 minute walk/run yesterday. I was a little slow doing it in a little more than 16 minute miles. I know that if I keep on track I can do this. When I did the Inaugural Princess Half Marathon, I hoped for 15 minute miles and made it in 14.5 minute miles. I am doing this to remind myself that age is only a number. I turn 50 in November.