Official WDW Marathon Weekend 2013 Thread-Part 2

[RunRookie]

There are going to be a lot of WISHers in Corral "D" so no one need feel like they are running solo.

 

[PRmamiDEdos]

Thank you!

I went to the doc today. He moved my knee some and said 90% sure its ITBS. And when I asked about the majority of the pain when I bend at the front of the knee, he just said that its added pain from the ITBS

He said that he had 2 reccomendations. 1--get a MRI to rule out anything wrong, 2--do 3 weeks of PT for 2 times a week and he's pretty sure it'll go away and if not, then do a MRI. I opted for option 2. I hope that's the right choice.

I asked about running the 5k tomorrow and he said that if it's ITBS, I'm not going to hurt anything by running, I'm just not helping myself. So it's okay to run, but I might be in pain...although he said I can push through it if Iwant. But then he'd advise me not to run for the 3 weeks of PT, only doing cycling or swimming. And I doubt I'll get an appt for PT right away being the holidays so it could mean no running up until the half!! I also asked about running in a knee brace and he said if anything, just a sleeve with a hole for the knee but he said that it could either help me or hurt me. Since there's a chance of it not helping, I decided not to get one for the race tomorrow. I'll see how I feel during the race. It's been quite a while since I've been scared to run 3 miles!!!

Not sure if this will help but buy KT tape and tape for that syndrome and wear compression tights. They have the taping tutorials online. I use the Performx tights that keep hips aligned while running and I don't have a problem so maybe it can help you.

Honey, with my injury I will be happy to gallo-wallow-whatever walk!!! I'm looking for a finish. I haven't been able to do more than 3 miles with 30 second runs/1-2 min walks in between for four weeks I will slow you down for sure but would love to at least try to keep upmwith you!!! Xoxo

I'm sorry you're injured but Gallo-wallow-walk made me laugh. Pixie dust for no pain and full recovery.

I'll see you in D!

There are going to be a lot of WISHers in Corral "D" so no one need feel like they are running solo.

Yay D!!! D rules! LOL

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[jmasgat]

Thank you!



I went to the doc today. He moved my knee some and said 90% sure its ITBS. And when I asked about the majority of the pain when I bend at the front of the knee, he just said that its added pain from the ITBS

He said that he had 2 reccomendations. 1--get a MRI to rule out anything wrong, 2--do 3 weeks of PT for 2 times a week and he's pretty sure it'll go away and if not, then do a MRI. I opted for option 2. I hope that's the right choice.

I asked about running the 5k tomorrow and he said that if it's ITBS, I'm not going to hurt anything by running, I'm just not helping myself. So it's okay to run, but I might be in pain...although he said I can push through it if Iwant. But then he'd advise me not to run for the 3 weeks of PT, only doing cycling or swimming. And I doubt I'll get an appt for PT right away being the holidays so it could mean no running up until the half!! I also asked about running in a knee brace and he said if anything, just a sleeve with a hole for the knee but he said that it could either help me or hurt me. Since there's a chance of it not helping, I decided not to get one for the race tomorrow. I'll see how I feel during the race. It's been quite a while since I've been scared to run 3 miles!!!

I have had at least 2 bouts of ITB in the past and spent time with the PT. If you can't get in to the PT soon, you can try to do some of what they would recommend. For me, the exercises focused on hip/quad/hammie strengthening. These are things that can be done at home with a resistance band. Also, foam rolling--which I'm sure everyone has commented on-- is useful for rolling out the area. I wouldn't do it while it actively pains you, but as soon as it is only "mildy teeth-jarring"

I have been KT taped and also worn a ITB strap. The strap is not the same as the one you are referencing. It's really just a band that you place above the knee that hurts. It's purpose is to keep that IT band from rubbing across the knee. My experience was that it seemed to work for me for a while, then not so much.

I hope you can make this go away soon. It will take some work on your part. For me, rest is really the best thing to do.

Good luck,

Maura

 

[sunshine269]

Looks like I'm in G for goofy. It's coming up quick.

 

[Wandacga]

Getting excited and nervous! My bib number is 910 and my husband is 3820. I think that they have me in the wrong corral, so I will try to move back into C with my husband. We are hoping for a sub 5. My husband has been having ITB issues and hasn't run in a week, hopefully next week he will get back on track.

Does anyone know which corrals each pace team will be in?

 

[ZellyB]

Corral D for me and my DH as well. Hope to see some of you there!

 

[cewait]

Getting excited and nervous! My bib number is 910 and my husband is 3820. I think that they have me in the wrong corral, so I will try to move back into C with my husband. We are hoping for a sub 5. My husband has been having ITB issues and hasn't run in a week, hopefully next week he will get back on track.

Does anyone know which corrals each pace team will be in?

Unless Disney/Clif do something new, you will have to visit the Expo to see.

 

[cewait]

Thank you!



I went to the doc today. He moved my knee some and said 90% sure its ITBS. And when I asked about the majority of the pain when I bend at the front of the knee, he just said that its added pain from the ITBS

He said that he had 2 reccomendations. 1--get a MRI to rule out anything wrong, 2--do 3 weeks of PT for 2 times a week and he's pretty sure it'll go away and if not, then do a MRI. I opted for option 2. I hope that's the right choice.

I asked about running the 5k tomorrow and he said that if it's ITBS, I'm not going to hurt anything by running, I'm just not helping myself. So it's okay to run, but I might be in pain...although he said I can push through it if Iwant. But then he'd advise me not to run for the 3 weeks of PT, only doing cycling or swimming. And I doubt I'll get an appt for PT right away being the holidays so it could mean no running up until the half!! I also asked about running in a knee brace and he said if anything, just a sleeve with a hole for the knee but he said that it could either help me or hurt me. Since there's a chance of it not helping, I decided not to get one for the race tomorrow. I'll see how I feel during the race. It's been quite a while since I've been scared to run 3 miles!!!

I have had at least 2 bouts of ITB in the past and spent time with the PT. If you can't get in to the PT soon, you can try to do some of what they would recommend. For me, the exercises focused on hip/quad/hammie strengthening. These are things that can be done at home with a resistance band. Also, foam rolling--which I'm sure everyone has commented on-- is useful for rolling out the area. I wouldn't do it while it actively pains you, but as soon as it is only "mildy teeth-jarring"

I have been KT taped and also worn a ITB strap. The strap is not the same as the one you are referencing. It's really just a band that you place above the knee that hurts. It's purpose is to keep that IT band from rubbing across the knee. My experience was that it seemed to work for me for a while, then not so much.

I hope you can make this go away soon. It will take some work on your part. For me, rest is really the best thing to do.

Good luck,

Maura

Even if Runner's knee and not ITBS, they are pretty much the same... Tight outer side(ITB) and possibly weak VMO (inner Quad). Neither will do much damage if you run, just lengthen recovery.

The brace/sleeve (I refer as brace because the fingers find those keys easier but really one in the same for this discussion) the Doc referred to is a good way to go. Though, there are several ways to skin the cat. The advantage of the brace is the neoprene-like material will warm the area, help promote blood flow. I have found that if you opt for one with velcro straps on both ends, it tends to stay up on the run where one without may roll and fall down. The open patella keeps you from smashing the knee cap into the joint.

I also like the ChoPat or strap type of sleeve. While I have never worn one more than a run or two, they will help keep the ITB in place and lower the inflammation.

The old school now new age way to attack this is through taping. Way back, all was had for an overuse injury was to tape the knee. For the ITB, it took 3 or 4 pieces of stretchy tape applied before the run or play and it helped the injured area feel better. Today KT Tape has created a new market niche thanks to a shoulder issue in the 2008 Olympic volleyball tourney. It is basically the same thing we did in the 70's and 80's but with pre-cut, better sticking tape.

This vid shows how to tape the outer knee. http://youtu.be/f76B0j_bz5E

 

[cewait]

Has anyone had pain in the bottom of the foot, towards the center? I think I was overcompensating for the knee injury and all of a sudden since yesterday I have shooting pain in the bottom of my foot whenever I walk. I really don't know a lot about plantar fasciitis, but in any diagrams I look at, my pain isn't where it would be if it was that.

Going to a doctor on Monday, but was hoping for some things to ease the mind!

If I end up running it, I'll be in D with you guys!

Sound like tendonitis... though a visit to a doc is in order.



As general note to all, secondary injuries tend to be more debilitating that the primary injuries. The primary injury, generally an overuse injury forces a compensated stride. This in turn creates a more acute secondary injury that can be worse than the initial issue. Hang in there. Listen to the body. Run through discomfort, but stop with pain. For the Seals, Pain may be weakness leaving the body, but 80% of the class never makes the end.

 

[cewait]

There are going to be a lot of WISHers in Corral "D" so no one need feel like they are running solo.

If ya'll find me on the side of the road not moving, please place in the upright position and give a gentle push...

Thanks

 

[poohs4me]

So my sister submitted time of 5:15 biased on her half time of 2:25 and she is 9507. I submitted time of 5:45 based on my half time of 2:44 and I am 9514. Can anyone explain this?

 

[MRS AR]

So my sister submitted time of 5:15 biased on her half time of 2:25 and she is 9507. I submitted time of 5:45 based on my half time of 2:44 and I am 9514. Can anyone explain this?

That might be her number but it probably doesn't represent her corral.

 

[MRS AR]

That might be her number but it probably doesn't represent her corral.

I've read on so I'm probably wrong. Sorry. You can always appeal at packet pick up.

 

[PRmamiDEdos]

****wondering if they can put covers on margaritas so I can buy one in Mexico and run with it, LOL****

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[cewait]

So my sister submitted time of 5:15 biased on her half time of 2:25 and she is 9507. I submitted time of 5:45 based on my half time of 2:44 and I am 9514. Can anyone explain this?

Neither actually require a proof of time. The F corral is large and more than likely both times are covered by the same corral. In that instance, then the date of entry may weigh in on the bib draw.

I have no specific knowledge of the estimated times for each corral range, but would suggest that the last time in E was a 5:00 (the last time requiring proof) or maybe 1-5 minutes longer - this an effort to complete a corral at that break point.... Corral F would be the first corral that does not require proof and many runners will put a 5:10 or something near the upper end in an effort to assure buffer from the very end. I would guess that the last in the F corral in the 5:45 or 5:50 range.

I am kind of estimating the corral range, but do not think an error exists with the bibs It would not be out of the question that both of you are in the same corral.

Hope that helps.

 

[FFigawi]

****wondering if they can put covers on margaritas so I can buy one in Mexico and run with it, LOL****

They probably can, so as long as you're there after 12, go for it!

 

[cewait]

****wondering if they can put covers on margaritas so I can buy one in Mexico and run with it, LOL****

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Watch out for the head rush... can't leave the park with an alcoholic beverage and would not think you would want to waste $$. You run with a water bottle??

 

[robynslp]

I'm completely torn here! My placement is G for the full. I now have a 2:44 1/2 time I can submit that might move me up from what I am seeing on here. I would love to have more padding from the sweepers as training has not gone well lately (my oldest has the flu and my motivation has dwindled). My dilemma is that my brother in law is doing the Goofy and is H (I have no idea how - he is much faster than that - it must have been how my sister registered him). He was planning to run with me. I have NEVER been able to run a race with someone, but have tried several times. I must be selfish, I need to run my race.

So, should I continue to be selfish and run my own race? Or drop back with my brother in law? I am fearful that if I start in H, I won't finish.

This is a local race for my brother in law. He works for the Mouse.

 

[robynslp]

Watch out for the head rush... can't leave the park with an alcoholic beverage and would not think you would want to waste $$. You run with a water bottle??

I know I saw someone carry a beer over the finish line last year. The announcers commented on it.

 

[PRmamiDEdos]

Watch out for the head rush... can't leave the park with an alcoholic beverage and would not think you would want to waste $$. You run with a water bottle??

I'm not sure if I'll bring my hydration belt with me that day. Why, are you suggesting I fill the bottle with margarita? LOL. I just figured it would make for a great finishing photo! And a celebratory sip would be nice!

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