Official thread for the 2010 Princess 1/2 Marathon & 5k- REGSITRATION IS OPEN!

[BlakeNJ]

I use Nike+ too... what I have found to measure it's accuracy is to plan a route (has to be outside) on the Map it feature or on http://www.mapmyrun.com/ which can give you exact distances you would go, and then I compare that to my Nike+ once I've done that run to see the difference. The Nike+ has been accurate for me, so that is what I go with, even when running on TM.

I have the same system and find my Nike+ and Map My Run dot com almost exact. I do find running on the treadmill much more daunting--slowing me down both physically and mentally.

 

[BlakeNJ]

I held onto my money long enough! I registered my sister and I as a team--don't really understand the additional money for this but she was at work and I wanted to make sure she registered ASAP!

Anyway, we are the "Jersey Girlz" team! I think I made a mistake in my estimated time. I put in 2:45. I had no idea what so ever of what to put there. I anticipate running most of the way at a decent jog. Based on past experience, what corral will we end up in?

 

[KAA1972]

I don't mean to complain but it is cold outside!!! I know all the you gals up north must hate me right now but boy is it cold here!!! I'm pretty sure I'm going to freeze to death taking the dog for a walk. There is no way I can run outside. I am such a wimp!!! I have access to a treadmill but don't I feel like running on it makes my back hurt. If it is cold tomorrow, I'm getting on my spinning bike. I'll just spin until it gets warm again!!

I do agree with those of you who think the treadmill pace is off. I've always been able to run around a 10-11 minute mile and my current treadmill kick my rear at a 12 minute mile pace. I just don't think the treadmill is correct. My Nike+ is on it's way so I can't wait to double check my pace outside.

I hope it warms up soon, for everyone!!! BRRRRRRR.....

 

[gelharmom]

Hi princess runners,

I registered in October but haven't received anything besides my registration confirmation from Disney. Has anyone else received any emails or information about the events happening that weekend or the after-party? Thanks so much - I'm getting excited about the race even though I am training mostly on the treadmill in Maine. Hoping to run 9 min. mile pace but plan on pics with the characters too so may be slower. Good luck to everyone!

Leah

 

[donnajean17]

I don't mean to complain but it is cold outside!!! I know all the you gals up north must hate me right now but boy is it cold here!!! I'm pretty sure I'm going to freeze to death taking the dog for a walk. There is no way I can run outside. I am such a wimp!!! I have access to a treadmill but don't I feel like running on it makes my back hurt. If it is cold tomorrow, I'm getting on my spinning bike. I'll just spin until it gets warm again!!

I do agree with those of you who think the treadmill pace is off. I've always been able to run around a 10-11 minute mile and my current treadmill kick my rear at a 12 minute mile pace. I just don't think the treadmill is correct. My Nike+ is on it's way so I can't wait to double check my pace outside.

I hope it warms up soon, for everyone!!! BRRRRRRR.....

Nah... we don't hate you! You are conditioned to where you live! If your not used to the cold, of course it's going to bother you, but when your used it (all your life!) it doesn't bother you so much!
Spinning is great alternative... I stared a spinning class 2 weeks ago, man it's tough! But a great workout!

 

[donnajean17]

Hi princess runners,

I registered in October but haven't received anything besides my registration confirmation from Disney. Has anyone else received any emails or information about the events happening that weekend or the after-party? Thanks so much - I'm getting excited about the race even though I am training mostly on the treadmill in Maine. Hoping to run 9 min. mile pace but plan on pics with the characters too so may be slower. Good luck to everyone!

Leah

I have not recieved a think in the mail... are we suppose too?

 

[donnajean17]

Wanted to thank some of you ladies for some recent advice. I was trying to build up my endurance when running on the TM.. as I was running on 1.5 incline I was having a hard time running long distances without taking a walking break. My thought was keeping the incline would better train me for running outdoors, but it was hurting my endurance overall. Well today I decided not to do an incline just to see how far I could go on the TM, well I did 4 miles in 48 minutes, (a new personal best!!) and I did the first 2 miles without a walking break! That was HUGE for me! I know it won't be that great when running outside later this week but I hope it will help in my endurance overall! Thanks to all who suggested I try that!

 

[syko]

You should have been receiving the Princess emails.
They just tell you how full the race is and what things you can $$$ extra, like the party.

I think I am getting them as I did it last year, as I did not sign up this year as i'm entered through Spira.

 

[zambonikat]

I apologize if I may have mised this somewhere, but is there no post-race party this year? The one at Hollywood Studios last year was great! But, I see no mention of it this year (even though it was in the brochure). This will greatly affect my travel plans, so I was wondering if anyone has heard anything?

I have sent several emails to Disney Endurance Sports, and left them a message, but have gotten no replies.

Thanks!

 

[UGAFan0829]

Morning Princesses!

There's been a lot going on here, and I had a couple questions as well!!

I just started using the Nike+ sportband. The first day I tried it, I used it on the treadmill. However, my distance on the sportband was different from what the treadmill showed. I went online to see if I could figure it out, and I read that if you use it on a treadmill that it will not be as accurate as running outside. Guess I'll have to wait till it's warm enough to run outside to see how I'm doing!!

As far as the e-mails and updates about the race, I haven't received anything either, so I'm glad someone brought that up. I've been checking my junk folders to see if it was getting sent there, but nothing!!

KAA1972-I know what you mean about the cold! I was excited that it finally got up into the 40's here yesterday. I can't wait to actually get one of my long runs done outside, so I sure hope it stays halfway warm this weekend!

 

[syko]

The last email I recived:


A Princess Diary

Disney's Princess Half Marathon
March 5-7, 2010




Welcome to the Princess Diary! Within these pages you will encounter one of our beloved princesses and through her discover the royal features that can be found at the 2010 Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend presented by Lady Foot Locker.

Princess of the Month
Tiana is a bright and resourceful 19-year-old who dreams of opening her own New Orleans restaurant. Inspired by her late father, she knows everything about cooking and running a business. She has taken his advice by dreaming big and working incredibly hard to achieve her goal even in the face of sizable obstacles. Along the way, however, she has begun to lose sight of what is really important. As fate should have it, an adventure involving a frog, a firefly and an alligator reveal to her that what she wants isn't necessarily what she needs.


Utilize Your Strength & Gather Your Girlfriends
You have the strength to run as Princess Tiana does, and you must know others that have that strength also. Now is the time to gather your girlfriends and help them to embrace their inner princess. Invite your friends to accompany you on the journey. Race capacity is already at 65% so register your friends for the Half Marathon now!

Disney's The Princess and the Frog Royal Family 5K
Disney's THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG will be the theme for the 2010 Royal Family 5K!

Walt Disney Animation Studios presents the musical THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG, an animated comedy set in the great city of New Orleans. From the creators of "The Little Mermaid" and "Aladdin" comes a modern twist on a classic tale, featuring a beautiful girl named Tiana (Anika Noni Rose), a frog prince who desperately wants to be human again, and a fateful kiss that leads them both on a hilarious adventure through the mystical bayous of Louisiana.

THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG marks the return to hand-drawn animation from the revered team of John Musker and Ron Clements, with music by Oscar®-winning composer Randy Newman. THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG is in theatres now!

Your majesty's family is encouraged to take part in the weekend's festivities! Disney's The Princess and the Frog Royal Family 5K is a fun-filled event that the whole family can participate in! Sign up today!

Disney's Royal Family Kids' Races
Kids are royalty too! Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend includes Kids' Races fit for all princes and princesses! Register online and find the age group and distance fit for your little runners.


Princess In Training Merchandise Now Available
Exclusive 2010 In Training performance shirts now on sale! Purchase women's performance attire for yourself or your favorite runner to bring a little extra magic to the training runs!



Disney's Princess Half Marathon Speaker Series
We are excited to announce the Disney's Princess Half Marathon Speaker Series presented by REDBOOK! Stacy Morrison, editor-in-chief, REDBOOK magazine, and author of the forthcoming memoir, Falling Apart in One Piece: One Optimist's Journey Through the Hell of Divorce will be one of the featured speakers during Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend. We will keep you informed on the Speaker Series presented by REDBOOK in our upcoming newsletters.

See The Glass Running Slipper at The 2010 WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon Weekend
You can find out more information about Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend and view our beautiful glass running slipper up close at the 2010 WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon Weekend. Disney's Health & Fitness Expo takes place January 7-9, 2010 at Disney's Wide World of Sports® Complex

Celebrate a Marathon Achievement with a Gift from Mickey and Minnie
Congratulations are still in order...experience the magic that Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse have arranged beginning with a personalized autographed photo. Then, indulge in scrumptious chocolates and cookies, delicious champagne and two Mickey keepsake flutes that have been included to toast to the achievement! And if you take a close look, there's an added magical surprise...Tinker Bell has stopped by to sprinkle pixie dust to create a magical celebration. Treasure the moment forever...Celebrate with the Big Cheese! A Disney Floral & Gifts Dream Maker can help you create a winning moment for your special someone by calling407-827-2505 or by visiting www.Disneyflorist.com

Attraction Feature: Space Mountain® at Magic Kingdom®
One of everyone's favorite attractions, Space Mountain®, has reopened! Blast off on a journey to outer space on this classic attraction. Board a sleek, rocket-shaped vehicle in the glow-in-the-dark Space Port and begin a steady climb up the 180-foot high mountain, passing the Mission Control booth and myriad pulsating lights along the way. And the now updated Space Mountain has new features such as, interactive game play for guests while they prepare for blast off and hidden Disney references found throughout the attraction for those that are up on their Disney trivia! Be sure to check out Space Mountain® when you visit Magic Kingdom® during Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend.
Purchase your theme park tickets or Call 407-WDW-IRUN.

Book your Travel at a Host Resort
Specially priced hotel rooms are available for Disney's Princess Half Marathon participants and their friends and family. You are invited to stay "where dreams come true" by booking a room at the WALT DISNEY WORLD® Resort. By booking at a host hotel your transportation to ALL Half Marathon Weekend events is provided! And, we've got something for every princess's style and taste.

These are the host resorts for the weekend at special rates and include transportation to race weekend activities:

• Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
• Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
• Disney's All-Star Music Resort
• Disney's Port Orleans Riverside Resort
• Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort
• Disney's Old Key West Resort
• Disney's Polynesian Resort


Book your stay today by calling 407 WDW- IRUN!

Volunteer
Are your friends and family looking to be a part of the Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend without having to run a single race? Then they should sign up to be a Sports Enthusiast! Registration for volunteers is now open! We are looking for 2,000 volunteers to be a part of making the magic happen during Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend. Volunteers will receive commemorative apparel, a snack per shift and more! For more details visit disneysportsenthusiast.com

Coast to Coast Race Challenge
Hear ye, hear ye, princesses from near and far. Join Disney's Coast to Coast Race Challenge for the ultimate test of endurance! If you complete both Disney's Princess Half Marathon and the 5th Anniversary Disneyland® Half Marathon in the SAME calendar year, then you will receive an additional medal commemorating your achievement. You are automatically entered into the Coast to Coast Race Challenge when you register and complete both races. You will receive your medal at the finish line of the Disneyland® Half Marathon.

Team In Training Helps Tampa Women Honor Loved Ones' Battle With Cancer by Taking on Half Marathon
Holly Garlick, 40, of Tampa, has enjoyed running on and off over the years and even trained on her own for a half marathon a few years ago. But when her father was diagnosed several months ago with Waldenstrom's macroglomulinemia, a lymphoma that starts in the bone marrow and is characterized by an abnormal level of a type of protein, she decided this time she would take on a half marathon with a purpose

She was familiar with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) Team In Training (TNT) program through a friend who had participated a few years ago. She signed on to train with TNT to for the 2010 Disney's Princess Half Marathon, and in return, she will raise funds to support blood cancer research and patient services.

Continue reading about Holly Garlick and other women who are part of the Team In Training to help battle cancer.

To learn more about Team In Training, please visit www.teamintraining.org.

How Can I Get Involved? Your gift can help find cures for leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Make a donation now!




UPCOMING EVENTS


Jan 7-10, 2010
WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon Weekend presented by CIGNA


Feb 27, 2010
Champion 5K at ESPN The Weekend presented by Dick's Sporting Goods


Mar 5-7, 2010
Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend presented by Lady Foot Locker


Sept 3-5, 2010
Disneyland® 5th Anniversary Half Marathon Weekend


Oct 1-2, 2010
Inaugural Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend



View All Events



Call 407-WDW-IRUN to book travel


Purchase Theme Park Tickets


Register Today


Celebrate crossing the finish line at the Disneyland Half Marathon


To Learn About Disney Vacation Club, Order Your DVD Today




The Official Sponsors of Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend:



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[kjccr]

DonnaJean - Congrats on your new personal best! Keep building on that! Most running experts (not me, I've read this in Runner's World Magazine) say that running with an incline on your treadmill is a great way to stay conditioned so that when you do head back outside you'll be more able to handle the elements (wind, hills, etc)...but the key thing here is that I believe that is more for runners who are already established in their running distance/pace. You are still building up your distance and endurance and that is the important thing for you right now....to just get the miles you need to finish the race. Once you are completing the miles you want to run, then start to work on speed/hills. But once again, congrats! Isnt it amazing how great you feel after every accomplishment. Just think how great it will feel running across that finish line!!!

 

[donnajean17]

DonnaJean - Congrats on your new personal best! Keep building on that! Most running experts (not me, I've read this in Runner's World Magazine) say that running with an incline on your treadmill is a great way to stay conditioned so that when you do head back outside you'll be more able to handle the elements (wind, hills, etc)...but the key thing here is that I believe that is more for runners who are already established in their running distance/pace. You are still building up your distance and endurance and that is the important thing for you right now....to just get the miles you need to finish the race. Once you are completing the miles you want to run, then start to work on speed/hills. But once again, congrats! Isnt it amazing how great you feel after every accomplishment. Just think how great it will feel running across that finish line!!!

I did not know that, and it makes total sense... Thanks!

I can't wait to cross the finish line!

 

[koolgirl]

Wanted to thank some of you ladies for some recent advice. I was trying to build up my endurance when running on the TM.. as I was running on 1.5 incline I was having a hard time running long distances without taking a walking break. My thought was keeping the incline would better train me for running outdoors, but it was hurting my endurance overall. Well today I decided not to do an incline just to see how far I could go on the TM, well I did 4 miles in 48 minutes, (a new personal best!!) and I did the first 2 miles without a walking break! That was HUGE for me! I know it won't be that great when running outside later this week but I hope it will help in my endurance overall! Thanks to all who suggested I try that!

Congratulations on breaking through this barrier. I think we get ourselves into a certain mindset and begin to believe "this is the best I can do" -- way-to-go on pressing through! It was the advice given to you several posts back that made ME re-think how I was training. I decided to get on a flat TM and see how far/fast I could go and also did a personal best for 4 miles this morning. I'm so glad to have people encouraging us from all levels!

As someone else said...we are going to feel amazing as we cross that finish line knowing we've worked so diligently.
Congrats again

 

[donnajean17]

Congratulations on breaking through this barrier. I think we get ourselves into a certain mindset and begin to believe "this is the best I can do" -- way-to-go on pressing through! It was the advice given to you several posts back that made ME re-think how I was training. I decided to get on a flat TM and see how far/fast I could go and also did a personal best for 4 miles this morning. I'm so glad to have people encouraging us from all levels!

As someone else said...we are going to feel amazing as we cross that finish line knowing we've worked so diligently.
Congrats again

It is great having the input... especially for "new" runners like me!
Congrats on your 4 miles!!

 

[disney_mommy]

So your doing a faster pace on the TM or slower? Usually you do a faster pace on the TM than outside in the elements, (wind, temperature etc can effect how you move when outside) but it's possible to be doing better. I'd say it's better to be doing your best pace outside than on the TM, afterall the race will be outside!

Good luck!

I'm slower on the TM than outside. By about 1.5 to 2 minutes. Next time I'm at the Y, I'm going to ask how often they get the TMs recalibrated. If they say regularly, then I just won't know what to think. Maybe something is wrong with my Garmin. I guess I'll have to look into it...

THis is really interesting...I use Nike+ on my iPod which I calibrated at a track. I've been running on the TM and having the same issue you are. I want to run at a 10:30/mile pace and can't get past 11:20/mile on the TM. I think the TM is off and my iPod could still be a little off. I don't have a Garmin but you'd think it would be pretty accurate, using satellites and all. I really hope my iPod isn't too far off as I"m hoping my pace is what I think it is. I'm also hoping for a couple warmer weekends in February (just looking for 35 degrees!) here in MA so I can long-run outside. I'll use mapmyrun and check it with my iPod for distance which should help.

Hope this sheds some light...

I wish I could use the Garmin while on the TM, but it tracks distance with GPS, so that wouldn't work!

I have a new TM (1 wk old) and they are very accurate I also have the NIKE+ which I love but do not use it for accuracy since if your stride if off or if you are going around things like side stepping snow or ice it can give you a false distance.

If you are on a gym tm then they too are serviced and are accurate, if you have an older TM that you are not the orginial owner it is possible there is something wrong with the distance.

I can honestly say that last week I swore the TM was broken, it seemed to take forever for me to run 4 miles!!! Bottom line I did 4 in 55 minutes, but last night I did 5 in 1:05 --- stranger but I cant seem to get my pace or stride right to get a good reading on my ability.

Many say that the TM is faster because it gets you moving and keeps you there, however there are others that say when on a TM you are working against your own ability to speed up and down since you are stuck at a specific speed.

I guess the bottom line is as long as your doing it - trust one thing - its all about endurance and building it up to complete the 1/2!

I guess I'll have to push myself so I'm at least at a 15 minute mile on both the TM and on the street.

Wanted to thank some of you ladies for some recent advice. I was trying to build up my endurance when running on the TM.. as I was running on 1.5 incline I was having a hard time running long distances without taking a walking break. My thought was keeping the incline would better train me for running outdoors, but it was hurting my endurance overall. Well today I decided not to do an incline just to see how far I could go on the TM, well I did 4 miles in 48 minutes, (a new personal best!!) and I did the first 2 miles without a walking break! That was HUGE for me! I know it won't be that great when running outside later this week but I hope it will help in my endurance overall! Thanks to all who suggested I try that!

Yay for you! You must have felt quite a sennse of accomplishment.

Morning Princesses!

There's been a lot going on here, and I had a couple questions as well!!

I just started using the Nike+ sportband. The first day I tried it, I used it on the treadmill. However, my distance on the sportband was different from what the treadmill showed. I went online to see if I could figure it out, and I read that if you use it on a treadmill that it will not be as accurate as running outside. Guess I'll have to wait till it's warm enough to run outside to see how I'm doing!!

As far as the e-mails and updates about the race, I haven't received anything either, so I'm glad someone brought that up. I've been checking my junk folders to see if it was getting sent there, but nothing!!

KAA1972-I know what you mean about the cold! I was excited that it finally got up into the 40's here yesterday. I can't wait to actually get one of my long runs done outside, so I sure hope it stays halfway warm this weekend!

I haven't received an email yet, either. Hmmm...

As for the weather, I was very excited to see the temp get up to 37 today. Of course, who knows what it will be by the time I get home. I may have to skip tonight. I'm working larte and won't be home before 8. With the cold and the dark, I think tonight might be a skip day.

The last email I recived:


A Princess Diary

Disney's Princess Half Marathon
March 5-7, 2010




Welcome to the Princess Diary! Within these pages you will encounter one of our beloved princesses and through her discover the royal features that can be found at the 2010 Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend presented by Lady Foot Locker.

Princess of the Month
Tiana is a bright and resourceful 19-year-old who dreams of opening her own New Orleans restaurant. Inspired by her late father, she knows everything about cooking and running a business. She has taken his advice by dreaming big and working incredibly hard to achieve her goal even in the face of sizable obstacles. Along the way, however, she has begun to lose sight of what is really important. As fate should have it, an adventure involving a frog, a firefly and an alligator reveal to her that what she wants isn't necessarily what she needs.


Utilize Your Strength & Gather Your Girlfriends
You have the strength to run as Princess Tiana does, and you must know others that have that strength also. Now is the time to gather your girlfriends and help them to embrace their inner princess. Invite your friends to accompany you on the journey. Race capacity is already at 65% so register your friends for the Half Marathon now!

Disney's The Princess and the Frog Royal Family 5K
Disney's THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG will be the theme for the 2010 Royal Family 5K!

Walt Disney Animation Studios presents the musical THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG, an animated comedy set in the great city of New Orleans. From the creators of "The Little Mermaid" and "Aladdin" comes a modern twist on a classic tale, featuring a beautiful girl named Tiana (Anika Noni Rose), a frog prince who desperately wants to be human again, and a fateful kiss that leads them both on a hilarious adventure through the mystical bayous of Louisiana.

THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG marks the return to hand-drawn animation from the revered team of John Musker and Ron Clements, with music by Oscar®-winning composer Randy Newman. THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG is in theatres now!

Your majesty's family is encouraged to take part in the weekend's festivities! Disney's The Princess and the Frog Royal Family 5K is a fun-filled event that the whole family can participate in! Sign up today!

Disney's Royal Family Kids' Races
Kids are royalty too! Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend includes Kids' Races fit for all princes and princesses! Register online and find the age group and distance fit for your little runners.


Princess In Training Merchandise Now Available
Exclusive 2010 In Training performance shirts now on sale! Purchase women's performance attire for yourself or your favorite runner to bring a little extra magic to the training runs!



Disney's Princess Half Marathon Speaker Series
We are excited to announce the Disney's Princess Half Marathon Speaker Series presented by REDBOOK! Stacy Morrison, editor-in-chief, REDBOOK magazine, and author of the forthcoming memoir, Falling Apart in One Piece: One Optimist's Journey Through the Hell of Divorce will be one of the featured speakers during Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend. We will keep you informed on the Speaker Series presented by REDBOOK in our upcoming newsletters.

See The Glass Running Slipper at The 2010 WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon Weekend
You can find out more information about Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend and view our beautiful glass running slipper up close at the 2010 WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon Weekend. Disney's Health & Fitness Expo takes place January 7-9, 2010 at Disney's Wide World of Sports® Complex

Celebrate a Marathon Achievement with a Gift from Mickey and Minnie
Congratulations are still in order...experience the magic that Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse have arranged beginning with a personalized autographed photo. Then, indulge in scrumptious chocolates and cookies, delicious champagne and two Mickey keepsake flutes that have been included to toast to the achievement! And if you take a close look, there's an added magical surprise...Tinker Bell has stopped by to sprinkle pixie dust to create a magical celebration. Treasure the moment forever...Celebrate with the Big Cheese! A Disney Floral & Gifts Dream Maker can help you create a winning moment for your special someone by calling407-827-2505 or by visiting www.Disneyflorist.com

Attraction Feature: Space Mountain® at Magic Kingdom®
One of everyone's favorite attractions, Space Mountain®, has reopened! Blast off on a journey to outer space on this classic attraction. Board a sleek, rocket-shaped vehicle in the glow-in-the-dark Space Port and begin a steady climb up the 180-foot high mountain, passing the Mission Control booth and myriad pulsating lights along the way. And the now updated Space Mountain has new features such as, interactive game play for guests while they prepare for blast off and hidden Disney references found throughout the attraction for those that are up on their Disney trivia! Be sure to check out Space Mountain® when you visit Magic Kingdom® during Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend.
Purchase your theme park tickets or Call 407-WDW-IRUN.

Book your Travel at a Host Resort
Specially priced hotel rooms are available for Disney's Princess Half Marathon participants and their friends and family. You are invited to stay "where dreams come true" by booking a room at the WALT DISNEY WORLD® Resort. By booking at a host hotel your transportation to ALL Half Marathon Weekend events is provided! And, we've got something for every princess's style and taste.

These are the host resorts for the weekend at special rates and include transportation to race weekend activities:

• Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
• Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
• Disney's All-Star Music Resort
• Disney's Port Orleans Riverside Resort
• Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort
• Disney's Old Key West Resort
• Disney's Polynesian Resort


Book your stay today by calling 407 WDW- IRUN!

Volunteer
Are your friends and family looking to be a part of the Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend without having to run a single race? Then they should sign up to be a Sports Enthusiast! Registration for volunteers is now open! We are looking for 2,000 volunteers to be a part of making the magic happen during Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend. Volunteers will receive commemorative apparel, a snack per shift and more! For more details visit disneysportsenthusiast.com

Coast to Coast Race Challenge
Hear ye, hear ye, princesses from near and far. Join Disney's Coast to Coast Race Challenge for the ultimate test of endurance! If you complete both Disney's Princess Half Marathon and the 5th Anniversary Disneyland® Half Marathon in the SAME calendar year, then you will receive an additional medal commemorating your achievement. You are automatically entered into the Coast to Coast Race Challenge when you register and complete both races. You will receive your medal at the finish line of the Disneyland® Half Marathon.

Team In Training Helps Tampa Women Honor Loved Ones' Battle With Cancer by Taking on Half Marathon
Holly Garlick, 40, of Tampa, has enjoyed running on and off over the years and even trained on her own for a half marathon a few years ago. But when her father was diagnosed several months ago with Waldenstrom's macroglomulinemia, a lymphoma that starts in the bone marrow and is characterized by an abnormal level of a type of protein, she decided this time she would take on a half marathon with a purpose

She was familiar with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) Team In Training (TNT) program through a friend who had participated a few years ago. She signed on to train with TNT to for the 2010 Disney's Princess Half Marathon, and in return, she will raise funds to support blood cancer research and patient services.

Continue reading about Holly Garlick and other women who are part of the Team In Training to help battle cancer.

To learn more about Team In Training, please visit www.teamintraining.org.

How Can I Get Involved? Your gift can help find cures for leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Make a donation now!




UPCOMING EVENTS


Jan 7-10, 2010
WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon Weekend presented by CIGNA


Feb 27, 2010
Champion 5K at ESPN The Weekend presented by Dick's Sporting Goods


Mar 5-7, 2010
Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend presented by Lady Foot Locker


Sept 3-5, 2010
Disneyland® 5th Anniversary Half Marathon Weekend


Oct 1-2, 2010
Inaugural Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend



View All Events



Call 407-WDW-IRUN to book travel


Purchase Theme Park Tickets


Register Today


Celebrate crossing the finish line at the Disneyland Half Marathon


To Learn About Disney Vacation Club, Order Your DVD Today




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Syko, thanks for including the email. I haven't received this one, so I enjoyed reading it. You may want to know, though, that if someone clicks that link at the bottom, they will be able to cancel your emails from Disney Sports.

 

[syko]

Thanks for letting me know..... but i'm sure that no one from WISH would do it.

 

[KAA1972]

Wanted to thank some of you ladies for some recent advice. I was trying to build up my endurance when running on the TM.. as I was running on 1.5 incline I was having a hard time running long distances without taking a walking break. My thought was keeping the incline would better train me for running outdoors, but it was hurting my endurance overall. Well today I decided not to do an incline just to see how far I could go on the TM, well I did 4 miles in 48 minutes, (a new personal best!!) and I did the first 2 miles without a walking break! That was HUGE for me! I know it won't be that great when running outside later this week but I hope it will help in my endurance overall! Thanks to all who suggested I try that!

You really won't need to train on an incline because Florida is flat, flat, flat. Your only hills will be the on and off ramps. So happy you have an improvement!!! Sounds like you are doing great!!!

 

[gelharmom]

Thank you to the person who posted the princess email. I finally got through to someone at Disney Sports and they told me that since I registered through Active.com that they hadn't yet received all the info into their systems in order for me to be receiving the emails. Right now she said those who ran the Princess half last year or were already in their system would be the only ones receiving them. Supposedly, the rest of us should start receiving them soon.

 

[suzannews]

1/2 is at 92% full

5K is at 50% full

kids races are at 60% full


Time to decide if you are on the fence!

Hoping for MUCH warmer weather than last weekends 1/2!!!