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

[momto2littlemonsters]

Shawna, Hi! I would suggest a lime green ribbon or to get a lime green mickey head paint chip from Home Depot - to identify you as a WISH'er.. I will be wearing a ribbon somehow -- mabye in my ponytail?

Thanks! I will definitely try to work something in

 

[momto2littlemonsters]

Yes, I made them, and it was super easy and so much cheaper than buying one. I think in total mine was about $12. Now my 3 year old neighbor wants one after seeing mine so I'm making her a purple one. The only sewing it required was for the elastic otherwise the tulle is just tied around the elastic waist. I even saw some online with directions for sing ribbon for the waist so you could just tie it. I wanted to be able to slip mine on and off easily though.

Adorable!!! You're making me want to change my outfit now, lol.

 

[treehugnmama]

good idea not to check the weather I have been obsessive about checking the weather...you are right I should stop...but I probably won't.

 

[wtpclc]

treehugginmama - goengo.com has a wonderful product (tape-like) that you put on your orthodics to make them no rub. It lasted a year on my last pair of orthodics. The guy who made my new orthodics says they use it all teh time. Call teh place that did yours and see if they will put some on for you. If you cannot get it in time, PM me. Depending on wher you are, I may be able to send mine to you form MI. Also, if you are not blistered, best thing you can do is keep moving after the race. Soudns awful but really does wonders for recovery. Good luck.!

 

[Caitsmama]

good idea not to check the weather I have been obsessive about checking the weather...you are right I should stop...but I probably won't.

You can do it!!! We will help each other NOT to check!

 

[wtpclc]

You can do it!!! We will help each other NOT to check!

too late for me. *blush* I won't tell, though.

 

[lolafrances]

Isn't the weather report this far out only slightly more reliable than a tarot card reading?

It will not rain. It will not rain. It will not rain. Say it with me, girls. It will not rain.

 

[ArmyWife3-4]

Adorable!!! You're making me want to change my outfit now, lol.

We'll see if I still thinks it's a good idea around mile 10!!!!

 

[leeshiebean]

treehugnmama First, don't count on weather reports this far out...it is only a guess based on moving air masses thousands of miles away-a more accurate report will come later.

I can assure you not to worry about the weather forecast this far out - I'm a meteorologist (but don't blame me if it rains! ) and anything beyond 3 days isn't very reliable. Even forecasts within 3 days can be tricky! At this point, a quick look shows there could be a weak system moving through sat/early sunday but there doesn't seem to be much rain with it at all. The temps also look to stay below avg through then as well. But again, we shouldn't worry too much until it gets closer to race day. Think dry thoughts!

A few pages back people were talking about their playlists for the race. Mine is so embarrassing! I usually listen to classic rock, oldies, alternative and indie music, but for some reason it's pop music that gets me pumped up for a run. I'm talking Disney pop music, like Miley and Demi Lovato. I can't help it... haha.

 

[LoriFromBama]

I can assure you not to worry about the weather forecast this far out - I'm a meteorologist (but don't blame me if it rains! ) and anything beyond 3 days isn't very reliable. Even forecasts within 3 days can be tricky! At this point, a quick look shows there could be a weak system moving through sat/early sunday but there doesn't seem to be much rain with it at all. The temps also look to stay below avg through then as well. But again, we shouldn't worry too much until it gets closer to race day. Think dry thoughts!

A few pages back people were talking about their playlists for the race. Mine is so embarrassing! I usually listen to classic rock, oldies, alternative and indie music, but for some reason it's pop music that gets me pumped up for a run. I'm talking Disney pop music, like Miley and Demi Lovato. I can't help it... haha.

That's funny. Mine is now full of tons of hip hop and I don't listen to hip hop. I'm also going to throw in a few songs from the Nemo Musical soundtrack. It'll probably make me cry happy tears along the way

 

[figment82]

My travel companions had to cancel last second, so I'm going to be down there by myself...I'm doing the 5k but not the half...are there WISH'ers gathering to cheer or volunteer anywhere? I'm not particularly upset about being by myself, but I'd love to be able to support people while I'm there!

 

[momto2littlemonsters]

Isn't the weather report this far out only slightly more reliable than a tarot card reading?

It will not rain. It will not rain. It will not rain. Say it with me, girls. It will not rain.

It will not rain!!!!!!!!!

Was today beautiful or what? Can't believe the rest of week is going to stink and go back down to the 30's!!!!!

 

[lolafrances]

Shawna, I love your new picture!!

 

[maroo]

A few random thoughts...

Until today, I really thought about quitting before I even started. I have had a time with blisters - chronic despite using wicking socks and body glide...
But today I went BACK to the special fitness store and got them to re-fit my shoes. I got a new pair and feel like a new woman!

I plan on mostly walking the half, but my pace with those other shoes was pushing 17 minutes and sometimes 18 minutes - and hence my thoughts that I should quit before I even start.

In addition to new shoes, I have also been experimenting with my music. I need music to help keep pace, so I figured out what songs help with my pace and determined the beats per minute of the songs that seem to help me speed up without being too fast for me...

I picked my 3 "best" songs that I already had and used this website to determine how many beats per minute they were:
TAP FOR BEATS PER MINUTE.

Once I figured out my best "beat" - I started hunting for songs that would be the same beats per minute and found enough to fill up almost an hour while I walk.

This made a HUGE difference in my time today - as I was able to walk a mile in 15:43, which was a LOT faster than I was able to go just a few days ago.

For blisters, Bandaid Blister Ampoules have worked great!

And I can't say enough for the right shoes! Even if you were "professionally" fit - don't be afraid to try again.

So...if you are lurking and worried, don't worry! Keep at it! One day soon you may have a moment where you KNOW you CAN do it! It happened to me...just today!

 

[lolafrances]

A few random thoughts...

So...if you are lurking and worried, don't worry! Keep at it! One day soon you may have a moment where you KNOW you CAN do it! It happened to me...just today!

Maroo, thanks for sharing! I am so excited for you. I'm happy you got your shoe situation sorted out, and your music tip is great! Keep it up!

 

[Caitsmama]

maroo, don't discard yourself!! The sheer energy of the day along with being with so many great Wish'ers will help you greatly!!!!!!

And - now, you all are making me want to run to check the forecast!!! I told you i swore it off for a few more days -- why are you all taunting me!!!!

Got the final race instructions in my email yesterday --- even though i have done this race before, i got a small knot in my stomach reading all the "rules" again! LOL And, we have to be AT the start area by 4:30 am! YIKES!!!!

 

[Caitsmama]

It will not rain!!!!!!!!!

Was today beautiful or what? Can't believe the rest of week is going to stink and go back down to the 30's!!!!!

Shawna - girl --- you are KILLIN' me!!!!!!!! I want to run and check the weather.. but i am not.........

 

[treehugnmama]

maroo I am just under a 16 minute mile... I fluxuate between 14:30 to 16:15 so if you want someone to walk beside I am there. we can compare blisters

 

[disney_mommy]

And I'll be dragging my butt behind you guys, urging you on.

 

[momto2littlemonsters]

Shawna, I love your new picture!!

Thank you! I have got to play around with it and figure out how to size it a little bigger. It's one that I did for our Disney Cruise a few years ago. Had my daughters name on it and we had it on the door along with a bunch of others.