Official WDW Marathon Weekend 2013 Thread

[RunRookie]

I'm signed up for the full. I was looking at my galloway plan and I think I am going to be ok. I have 2 half under my belt from this summer and if I keep up on using a stationary bike I should be fine. I might have to adjust what time I wanted to finish the full in but I can still do it.

They said 4-6 weeks and it is milder than last time I sprained my MCL back in 2004 that one took about 5 weeks to heal.

Courtney

You should have plenty of time after healing to finish your training. You are already at a Half Marathon fitness level. I am excited to run the Full with you in January. I will miss you at the Chicago Half.

 

[RunRookie]

I have a question about the pace. It says 16 minutes per miles, so how long do you have maximum to finish the 5K if you are walking it at that pace? I tried to calculate it in my head, and I either have it wrong, or my walking pace is waaayyyy too slow.

If you run/walk the 5K at a 16:00/mm pace, it will take you just under 50 minutes. Don't worry though, I don't really think they enforce the pace maximum for this race. It is an untimed fun run and is inside Epcot so there really isn't any reason for them to have a sag wagon.

 

[ronnmel]

If you run/walk the 5K at a 16:00/mm pace, it will take you just under 50 minutes. Don't worry though, I don't really think they enforce the pace maximum for this race. It is an untimed fun run and is inside Epcot so there really isn't any reason for them to have a sag wagon.

Thanks! Good thing they don't enforce it too much, because so far this summer I haven't been able to break the hour mark while walking with the stroller (for the stroller division).

 

[Mickey'sfriend]

Tomorrow morning is my first double-digit run. 10 miles. Right now we're pretty socked in with rain from the remnants of Isaac and it's likely to be raining tomorrow while we run, so send out some good vibes for the rain to blow over tonight!

Hope your run went well today (and dry). Hitting that double digit mark is a great accomplishment both physically and mentally. Way to go!

 

[steph0808]

What does everyone recommend for hydration on runs? I was thinking of getting a handheld bottle and a spibelt for fuel, but then I figured I would just combine one into a Camelbak.

Do you guys prefer the ones that sit at the waist or on the back? I know it is personal preference but figured I would get some recommendations.

Also, do you wear them during races? I wouldn't want to but would need a spibelt then for fuel. Just trying to get some ideas.

 

[jimandami]

What does everyone recommend for hydration on runs? I was thinking of getting a handheld bottle and a spibelt for fuel, but then I figured I would just combine one into a Camelbak.

Do you guys prefer the ones that sit at the waist or on the back? I know it is personal preference but figured I would get some recommendations.

Also, do you wear them during races? I wouldn't want to but would need a spibelt then for fuel. Just trying to get some ideas.

I have both a waist belt and a camelbak and lately, I prefer the camelbak. The waistbelt always seems to ride up or down or somewhere in between, and I have tried 3 different bands. The only bad thing about the Camelbak is that if it's fill it with water, you have no electrolyte beverage if your run is long or hot. I have been putting a small bottle of Gatorade in my Camelbak but I have to stop running, open it, and take a drink. For races, I do not take a belt or Camelbak, but I wear my Spibelt for fuel/personal items.

 

[John VN]

I have both a waist belt and a camelbak and lately, I prefer the camelbak. The waistbelt always seems to ride up or down or somewhere in between, and I have tried 3 different bands. The only bad thing about the Camelbak is that if it's fill it with water, you have no electrolyte beverage if your run is long or hot. I have been putting a small bottle of Gatorade in my Camelbak but I have to stop running, open it, and take a drink. For races, I do not take a belt or Camelbak, but I wear my Spibelt for fuel/personal items.

I just started using Cytomax in my water. Has electrolytes. Worked great for today's triathlon, last Thursday's 60 mile bicycle ride and I'm expecting the same for Monday's 100 mile ride.

I use the 4 bottle Fuel Belt with it very low and tight on my hips.

 

[VernRDH]

Today was supposed to be my 19 miler-called it at 17.5 when I got back to the car. I walked the last 3.5 miles because my legs cramped so badly. The first 12 miles of this run were AWESOME-I was on pace and feeling good. I slowed down a little in miles 13 and 14, and at the turn around of my out and back, my legs just seized up. I took another Gu, had more Cytomax and tried running again. Nothing doing. I met up with another runner who was also having trouble due to todays humidity-we chatted for a few minutes about it. My time was 3:30:49, and while I did not get all the miles in, it is still a success since I didn't bail (not that I could really).

It was a bit discouraging, but my only goal for my marathons is to finish. I have decided that after Goofy, I am done with the full marathon. I just can't take the training commitment, I think I am going to concentrate on bettering my half marathon time and doing more small, short races for time. But at least I will have done the full twice, which is more than a lot of people do.

 

[ZellyB]

Hope your run went well today (and dry). Hitting that double digit mark is a great accomplishment both physically and mentally. Way to go!

Thanks! It did go well although not dry at all. It misted/rained on us pretty much the whole way, but it was still fine. It felt great to get into the double digits!!

 

[jimandami]

I just started using Cytomax in my water. Has electrolytes. Worked great for today's triathlon, last Thursday's 60 mile bicycle ride and I'm expecting the same for Monday's 100 mile ride.

I use the 4 bottle Fuel Belt with it very low and tight on my hips.

Thanks...will have to give it a try!

 

[tinkeast]

I have a question about the pace. It says 16 minutes per miles, so how long do you have maximum to finish the 5K if you are walking it at that pace? I tried to calculate it in my head, and I either have it wrong, or my walking pace is waaayyyy too slow.

You will probably be fine. They start the clock when the very last racer starts the race and measure the 16 min perce for that end of the pack. So if any worries just start way further ahead nearer the front of the walkers. It's so much fun you will do great and have a blast!

 

[Terapin]

Happy to make it to the 10mile mark today! Had a not so great run - just couldn't get into the groove of it. It was stinking hot, humid, and very sunny. I got a great tan though!

I'm not sure I drank enough though. I did feel at the time like I was drinking often. I drank about 1.25 litres (with 2 scoops of E-load), half a banana at the 8 mark, had 3 salt tabs (too many?), and 1.5 packages of Power Ade Chews. I was well hydrated to begin with (had to visit the forest during the run). I ran for 2.25 hours. I didn't feel dehydrated, but I didn't urinate much for the first few hours. Lots of salt on my face and chest when I was done.

I am super sore though this evening! I am not usually this sore. Have had a short nap and used the roller, and got up and about shopping. Still stiff and sore. Last long run was 14k and it was fine... I did do a good run yesterday of 8.5k less than 24 hours before this run. I'm sure that affected me, as I am only doing 36-40k a week, so not big on the mileage yet.

I'd love some feedback on how much I drank/fuelled/salted. I am new to this.

 

[cewait]

What does everyone recommend for hydration on runs? I was thinking of getting a handheld bottle and a spibelt for fuel, but then I figured I would just combine one into a Camelbak.

Do you guys prefer the ones that sit at the waist or on the back? I know it is personal preference but figured I would get some recommendations.

Also, do you wear them during races? I wouldn't want to but would need a spibelt then for fuel. Just trying to get some ideas.

I have both a waist belt and a camelbak and lately, I prefer the camelbak. The waistbelt always seems to ride up or down or somewhere in between, and I have tried 3 different bands. The only bad thing about the Camelbak is that if it's fill it with water, you have no electrolyte beverage if your run is long or hot. I have been putting a small bottle of Gatorade in my Camelbak but I have to stop running, open it, and take a drink. For races, I do not take a belt or Camelbak, but I wear my Spibelt for fuel/personal items.

I will train with my FlashFlo model CamelBack. I cannot stand the backpack model on the run due to the bounce. Likewise, I do not like bottle belts due to the bounce. I have had the FlashFlow for a decade + and it still works well. The newer ones have a 50 ounce bladder and sit on the hips. You simply tighten the belt and take off. The unit has a second set of straps that cinch the bladder up as you begin to empty it. This prevents sloshing as the bladder empties. It also has a second compartment for storage.

 

[cewait]

Today was supposed to be my 19 miler-called it at 17.5 when I got back to the car. I walked the last 3.5 miles because my legs cramped so badly. The first 12 miles of this run were AWESOME-I was on pace and feeling good. I slowed down a little in miles 13 and 14, and at the turn around of my out and back, my legs just seized up. I took another Gu, had more Cytomax and tried running again. Nothing doing. I met up with another runner who was also having trouble due to todays humidity-we chatted for a few minutes about it. My time was 3:30:49, and while I did not get all the miles in, it is still a success since I didn't bail (not that I could really).

It was a bit discouraging, but my only goal for my marathons is to finish. I have decided that after Goofy, I am done with the full marathon. I just can't take the training commitment, I think I am going to concentrate on bettering my half marathon time and doing more small, short races for time. But at least I will have done the full twice, which is more than a lot of people do.

Hang in there. a 17 mile run is really the same as a 19 mile run.... It's hot outside and pushing longer than 3:30 is really good enough. I do have a question about being at this distance the first week of September. Are you planning on running a marathon prior to Disney? I am assuming so but just in case you are not, your mileage seems a little long for this far out.

Regardless, hang in there. It's still hot outside and you will do better once the temps fall

 

[DisneyRunnerGirl]

Been a good long weekend here - got in 7 miles on Sat morning. Humidity was through the roof and I was soaked in a quarter mile. Still I felt fine by taking it easy and really paying attention to fluid intake.

Training is going well as I get closer to the reality of my first full! I have run numerous half marathons, but the first full is a huge physical and mental jump for me. I never would have thought when I trained for my first half at 45 that I would be doing a full at age 52.

Race registration - check
Runner retreat - check
Plane tickets - check
Rental car - check

The latest yesterday - booked the Poly for night before and night of marathon! I will be in Orlando from Jan 9 to the 19th but I will be staying with my son. The 2 nights in the Poly are my splurge purchase like Runner's Retreat specifically for my first marathon experience. I have driven to various Disney races quite easily, but wanted to be on monorail for a couple of reasons: can sleep a little later and my husband will be able to easily cheer me on and then meet me at the finish.

Off for my training run now. Go Me!

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[cewait]

Happy to make it to the 10mile mark today! Had a not so great run - just couldn't get into the groove of it. It was stinking hot, humid, and very sunny. I got a great tan though!

I'm not sure I drank enough though. I did feel at the time like I was drinking often. I drank about 1.25 litres (with 2 scoops of E-load), half a banana at the 8 mark, had 3 salt tabs (too many?), and 1.5 packages of Power Ade Chews. I was well hydrated to begin with (had to visit the forest during the run). I ran for 2.25 hours. I didn't feel dehydrated, but I didn't urinate much for the first few hours. Lots of salt on my face and chest when I was done.

I am super sore though this evening! I am not usually this sore. Have had a short nap and used the roller, and got up and about shopping. Still stiff and sore. Last long run was 14k and it was fine... I did do a good run yesterday of 8.5k less than 24 hours before this run. I'm sure that affected me, as I am only doing 36-40k a week, so not big on the mileage yet.

I'd love some feedback on how much I drank/fuelled/salted. I am new to this.

Actually, it is hard to say if you over or under hydrated. Hydration rates are very individual and need to be determined for each person. The method is easy, weight pre-run before dressing and then post run after disrobing and drying off. If you gained weight, you over hydrated. If you lost more than 1-2% body weight, then you under hydrated. Water weighs about 8 pounds per gallon so if you came back a half pound light, then you would add 2 quarts to the run period.

As far as the soreness goes, look back to compare your 10 mile course and previous day's activity with the previous long run's. Did you run the day before the 14k? was the 10 mile course hillier or flatter than the 14k? Did you run faster? Look at the total week's distance compared with the previous weeks. Also, was it markedly hotter yesterday? Finally look at the other activities for the week. Did you do something extra that could have left you a little sore? Any of these items could create post run soreness - along with simply being sore from the run.

Make sure that you are stretching post run - while still warm. Many folks ice bath, but I think the current thought is a warm bath on the legs will make the muscle feel better post run. You may want to try that.

 

[Big Vic]

What does everyone recommend for hydration on runs? I was thinking of getting a handheld bottle and a spibelt for fuel, but then I figured I would just combine one into a Camelbak.

Do you guys prefer the ones that sit at the waist or on the back? I know it is personal preference but figured I would get some recommendations.

Also, do you wear them during races? I wouldn't want to but would need a spibelt then for fuel. Just trying to get some ideas.

I'm using a Camelbak Marathoner. It's a vest with a 70 oz bladder worn on the back, four pockets in the front portion (two big enough for water bottles) and a larger pocket in the back. It fits well, no bouncing, and I can carry the appropriate number of gels and electrolyte tablets needed. It's very comfortable.

For races, I bought a Fuel Belt Race Number Belt. It will hold my bib, has a small pouch, and the ability to hold ten gel packs. I have yet to try it.

Decisions, decisions. Good luck with the hunt.

 

[andyman8]

I just signed up for the half-marathon, yesterday, and today I'm booking our package! Just one questions, are discounts on park tickets available to runners?

 

[JCH]

I just signed up for the half-marathon, yesterday, and today I'm booking our package! Just one questions, are discounts on park tickets available to runners?

It is my understanding that Marathon weekend is the only runDisney event without discounts.

 

[andyman8]

It is my understanding that Marathon weekend is the only runDisney event without discounts.

How'd I not expect that? From one Palm Beach Countyer to another, thanks! Hoping this winter will be like last year's, for it would be my ideal running conditions and maybe allow us to get some pool time at YC.