Official WDW Marathon Weekend 2013 Thread

[JCH]

I need some post terrible awful no good Tower of Terror time encouragement! I was hoping to finish this race in 2:20 or so to put me in a good position for the Marathon as far as pacing goes. I ended up with a time of 2:32...but that included 1 unplanned bathroom stop and 2 stops to refill my water bottle. Even though that wasn't near my goal pace, since it was 79 degrees and something like 88% humidity, am I still on track when adjusted? I felt fine after (aside from a poor sock choice blister!) and aside from feeling like I can't drink enough water, I am fine today. I'm just second guessing myself all the time and want to be realistic about whether or not I can do this.

 

[jimandami]

I need some post terrible awful no good Tower of Terror time encouragement! I was hoping to finish this race in 2:20 or so to put me in a good position for the Marathon as far as pacing goes. I ended up with a time of 2:32...but that included 1 unplanned bathroom stop and 2 stops to refill my water bottle. Even though that wasn't near my goal pace, since it was 79 degrees and something like 88% humidity, am I still on track when adjusted? I felt fine after (aside from a poor sock choice blister!) and aside from feeling like I can't drink enough water, I am fine today. I'm just second guessing myself all the time and want to be realistic about whether or not I can do this.

I think you are fine! My goal was 1:20-1:25 and I finished in 1:34 and honestly, I feel fine about it. It was very humid, it was late at night, and we have 4 months to go! I think you will be fine as long as you stick with your program!

 

[kimmiepcft]

I need some post terrible awful no good Tower of Terror time encouragement! I was hoping to finish this race in 2:20 or so to put me in a good position for the Marathon as far as pacing goes. I ended up with a time of 2:32...but that included 1 unplanned bathroom stop and 2 stops to refill my water bottle. Even though that wasn't near my goal pace, since it was 79 degrees and something like 88% humidity, am I still on track when adjusted? I felt fine after (aside from a poor sock choice blister!) and aside from feeling like I can't drink enough water, I am fine today. I'm just second guessing myself all the time and want to be realistic about whether or not I can do this.

You did great! I have heard more people who didn't meet their goals than people who did. It was bad weather, and that always changes things! Way to go!

 

[lerxst]

I need some post terrible awful no good Tower of Terror time encouragement! I was hoping to finish this race in 2:20 or so to put me in a good position for the Marathon as far as pacing goes. I ended up with a time of 2:32...but that included 1 unplanned bathroom stop and 2 stops to refill my water bottle. Even though that wasn't near my goal pace, since it was 79 degrees and something like 88% humidity, am I still on track when adjusted? I felt fine after (aside from a poor sock choice blister!) and aside from feeling like I can't drink enough water, I am fine today. I'm just second guessing myself all the time and want to be realistic about whether or not I can do this.

I agree with others. You are fine. ToT was just plain ugly from reports I am hearing.

Just keep plugging away!

 

[JCH]

I agree with others. You are fine. ToT was just plain ugly from reports I am hearing.

Just keep plugging away!

Thanks guys! I keep trying to tell myself in my head that with that weather, my speed would be 1-2 minutes slower than if it was 70 without the humidity, so really it's right where I want to be, but it was still a little frustrating!

 

[PRmamiDEdos]

Haven't run since last Monday because my shin has been bothering me. I'm excited about my Diva 1/2 on Sunday but also a little nervous. I'm trying to finish it in 2:30-2:45. DD has a soccer tournament on Sunday and I'm upset because they made them too early this year. Her last game starts at 10:00 and my race starts at 8:00. If I get it done in 2:30, there is a veryslim chance I might be able to see the end of her game. If anything, this will be my motivation to run faster. Also, since she has her tournament so early, my family won't be there to cheer me on so that makes me a little sad.

I'm going to do some cycling at the gym this week so I can strengthen the calf. Any other ideas so I'm ready for Sunday?

 

[NitroStitch]

I need some post terrible awful no good Tower of Terror time encouragement! I was hoping to finish this race in 2:20 or so to put me in a good position for the Marathon as far as pacing goes. I ended up with a time of 2:32...but that included 1 unplanned bathroom stop and 2 stops to refill my water bottle. Even though that wasn't near my goal pace, since it was 79 degrees and something like 88% humidity, am I still on track when adjusted? I felt fine after (aside from a poor sock choice blister!) and aside from feeling like I can't drink enough water, I am fine today. I'm just second guessing myself all the time and want to be realistic about whether or not I can do this.

Finishing close to your goal time in that heat and humidity is wonderful! I ran the slowest I've ever run at ToT, and I heard people all around me saying the same thing about their runs as well. The humidity was dangerous, and you did well to finish and not get sick! I've done a couple of RunDisney half marathons that took much less out of me than the 10 miles, and I already felt that way only 2-3 miles into the race. I even got sick about 1 1/2 hours after the run and ended up lying down for an hour at the medical area with ice on me. Still don't feel well, really.

Please don't use your experience at Tower of Terror to think you can't do the full marathon. We all have our "I'm not up to this" moments, and I think most people running ToT had those a lot of Saturday night. It was the weather that felled most people and made it really unpleasant/dangerous. I definitely wouldn't use Saturday's run as a gauge of how well you're preparing for the full in January when the weather is totally different and much more conducive to running.

 

[wvjules]

I did my long run yesterday. It is supposed to rain tomorrow so I'm thnking of running today instead. Thoughts? I'm doing HH Novice 2 so my long run yesterday was only 6 miles, if that matters. Today would only be 3.

The next two weeks look like this:

Mon or Tues - 3
Wed - 6
Thur - 3
Sat - 11

Tues - 3
Wed - 6
Thur - 3
Sat - Baltimore Half Marathon

 

[ZellyB]

Question about corral placement and race proof of time. From the website looks like a 10K or longer can be used. We are running a 12K on Saturday. I had planned to use my half-marathon time in November if it was fast enough, but then realized this 12K could work and I could actually email it in rather than waiting for the Expo.

I'm wondering if anyone knows what time we'd need to complete the 12K under in order to improve corral placement. I put in an expected finish time of 5:01 I think when I registered just to put in the shortest time without needing to provide proof. But, if we can run the 12K fast enough to improve upon that, I'd like to. Thanks for any info.

 

[Mickey'sfriend]

I did my long run yesterday. It is supposed to rain tomorrow so I'm thnking of running today instead. Thoughts? I'm doing HH Novice 2 so my long run yesterday was only 6 miles, if that matters. Today would only be 3.

The next two weeks look like this:

Mon or Tues - 3
Wed - 6
Thur - 3
Sat - 11

Tues - 3
Wed - 6
Thur - 3
Sat - Baltimore Half Marathon

I think running today would work fine. Good luck next Saturday!!

 

[RunRookie]

Question about corral placement and race proof of time. From the website looks like a 10K or longer can be used. We are running a 12K on Saturday. I had planned to use my half-marathon time in November if it was fast enough, but then realized this 12K could work and I could actually email it in rather than waiting for the Expo.

I'm wondering if anyone knows what time we'd need to complete the 12K under in order to improve corral placement. I put in an expected finish time of 5:01 I think when I registered just to put in the shortest time without needing to provide proof. But, if we can run the 12K fast enough to improve upon that, I'd like to. Thanks for any info.

I am not sure if corral placement is based 'solely' on your expected pace or if other considerations also play a role (like the size of each corral, etc.). But I think it comes down to what pace you think you will be running your Full. A 5hr finish time is an 11:27/mm pace time. Does that sound reasonable or does your training support a faster pace?

There are some web sites that will help you determine your marathon pace based upon another race's pace. MacMillan is one that I tend to use at http://www.mcmillanrunning.com/index.php/calcUsage/calculate

 

[princessbride6205]

Haven't run since last Monday because my shin has been bothering me. I'm excited about my Diva 1/2 on Sunday but also a little nervous. I'm trying to finish it in 2:30-2:45. DD has a soccer tournament on Sunday and I'm upset because they made them too early this year. Her last game starts at 10:00 and my race starts at 8:00. If I get it done in 2:30, there is a veryslim chance I might be able to see the end of her game. If anything, this will be my motivation to run faster. Also, since she has her tournament so early, my family won't be there to cheer me on so that makes me a little sad.

I'm going to do some cycling at the gym this week so I can strengthen the calf. Any other ideas so I'm ready for Sunday?

I have had success with the "miracle" shin splint exercise. Stand on a step facing downstairs. You want mostly just your heels on the step. Point your toes down and flex them up, keep that going for 30 seconds, then bend your knees a little and keep going for another 30 seconds. Take a 1-2 minute break and repeat. Take a 1-2 minute break and do a 3rd set. You're supposed to do it everyday. Hope this helps!

I did 4 miles yesterday at about half marathon pace, and I'm feeling pretty pleased with that. Weather was just absolutely perfect. Sunny, 60 degrees, very slight breeze - gorgeous.

 

[JCH]

I am not sure if corral placement is based 'solely' on your expected pace or if other considerations also play a role (like the size of each corral, etc.). But I think it comes down to what pace you think you will be running your Full. A 5hr finish time is an 11:27/mm pace time. Does that sound reasonable or does your training support a faster pace?

There are some web sites that will help you determine your marathon pace based upon another race's pace. MacMillan is one that I tend to use at http://www.mcmillanrunning.com/index.php/calcUsage/calculate

Thanks for posting that! I am feeling so much better after seeing even with my terrible ToT, my predicted pace is still right at 7 hours. Hopefully I won't be in the very last corral and it won't be 78 degrees with 84% humidity, lol.

 

[Mickey'sfriend]

Today is the 100 day mark until I leave for WDW!! We are leaving Wednesday, Jan. 9. Anyone else celebrating the 100 day mark??

 

[2gr8DisneyKids]

Today is the 100 day mark until I leave for WDW!! We are leaving Wednesday, Jan. 9. Anyone else celebrating the 100 day mark??

I will be tomorrow!!!

 

[AB6876]

Today is the 100 day mark until I leave for WDW!! We are leaving Wednesday, Jan. 9. Anyone else celebrating the 100 day mark??

Me too....
My husband and I are doing all three (Dopey). My son, mother and brother are doing the 5k also.. Can't wait!!!!!

I just did my first full marathon yesterday and it was great, although I am SORE today!!! But I have to say I enjoyed the full marathon more than any of the 5 half marathons I have done.... I guess I just had it in my mind set right I knew I was in it for the long haul, so I set my pace slow and did not pay attention to my mile markers or anything...Did not have a time I wanted to finish by, my only goal was to finish..
Made a huge difference!!

 

[bigdave10000]

Me too....
My husband and I are doing all three (Dopey). My son, mother and brother are doing the 5k also.. Can't wait!!!!!

I just did my first full marathon yesterday and it was great, although I am SORE today!!! But I have to say I enjoyed the full marathon more than any of the 5 half marathons I have done.... I guess I just had it in my mind set right I knew I was in it for the long haul, so I set my pace slow and did not pay attention to my mile markers or anything...Did not have a time I wanted to finish by, my only goal was to finish..
Made a huge difference!!

Sounds like the perfect first marathon to me. Congratulations!!!

 

[AB6876]

Sounds like the perfect first marathon to me. Congratulations!!!

Thanks it was!

 

[regul8ter18]

well got the all clear to start running again today. It's about to cause I was starting to go crazy just sitting around.

It was also a year ago today that I ran my first half marathon ever down at Disney during the Wine and Dine.

Courtney

 

[lerxst]

well got the all clear to start running again today. It's about to cause I was starting to go crazy just sitting around.

It was also a year ago today that I ran my first half marathon ever down at Disney during the Wine and Dine.

Courtney

Welcome back. I know a forced break can drive you bonkers. At least it did me!