Official WDW Marathon Weekend 2013 Thread

[cewait]

I really thought about putting 5:01, but I felt bad. I figure 5:45 should put be 2 corrals up...maybe 3 since I registered so early. How many corrals are there for the Marathon? And do they stagger the start times?

8 waves in 2012. The wheels start at 0530 and first wave at 0535. Last wave start 0603. NOTE, I expect the final wave in 2013 to be in the 0617 range; just like the half

 

[Bephus]

Really, Group Fitness Body Pump? Wow, well first, I am not qualified to be a second opinion for a PT who knows your legs and I would challenge and ask if it was OK as long as yo modified the legs sections.

With regard to KB, in many ways this is a fad - though it is also very effective. Here is a page with several exercises that target sections of the body.

I totally agree with Coach here, I take Body Pump pretty regularly and always have the option to modify or reduce weight. If I am feeling particularly yucky in the legs I do the lunges without weights at all. It is only two songs and the rest is so great for strength!! Just my .02

 

[ColleenG]

Nope! I'm not in that good of shape.

I think I started out doing 2 sets of 8-10 of each exercise, except for the burpees - because I suck at those I'm only at 2 sets of 6 right now - and squats - I do 3 sets of 10 of those right now since the guy said they are the most important. Plus, during the 2012 marathon I got a horrible cramp in my butt right at the beginning of mile 25, so I don't want that to happen again. The other change I made is how I do the sit-ups...if you watch the video she comes all the way up. I do more of a crunch-type thing. By cutting it down as I said above it takes me about 30 minutes to complete, and I do it twice a week (would like to do it 3 times but not sure how to make it work with my running schedule).

If you read the comments you'll see that most people indicate that they can't do the entire thing. You'll also find a public Google Doc that someone put together that lists the entire workout, since they don't seem to have that on RunnersWorld.com.

Mostly I like it because, as you said, you can complete the workout with minimal equipment...and I like that it's a full-body workout designed for runners specifically. Enjoy!

I tried the rowing planks tonight. Let's just say it didn't go well. I think I'll try just holding a straight plank and work up to adding in the rowing part. Yeah, my core is weak! It's amazing I can even stand up.

 

[cewait]

I tried the rowing planks tonight. Let's just say it didn't go well. I think I'll try just holding a straight plank and work up to adding in the rowing part. Yeah, my core is weak! It's amazing I can even stand up.

Actually, you will be surprised at the speed improvements one will get with a really solid and flexible core.

 

[ColleenG]

Actually, you will be surprised at the speed improvements one will get with a really solid and flexible core.

Thanks Coach! I do feel like I speed up when I try not to slouch when I run. I definately need to work on my core.

 

[larryja]

Glad to give you my read....

I think that if a spectator is not able to stand or has a tough time walking... OR, if they are directionally challenged and do not feel comfortable negotiating the property on a day when transportation is a little goofy ... Then by all means it is a great deal. Depending on the level selected you can get access to private portolets and to the runners tent for brunch and drink. Though note, they do not have access to the tent until after the runners leave.

Now if none of the above apply, then I would say save the dough. Do subscribe to the bronze package as it is free and you will get some insight on whats going on.

Thanks for the feedback Coach...

Well most of that applies to my DW. She plans to cheer for me on Sunday. But not before I cheer for her on Saturday. I figure we are going all this way to run for a few hours might as well try and get the best we can.

 

[aaronv88]

Just signed up for the Goofy race. Never have done the full marathon so i figured i'll sign up for the goofy just to cross this off my Bucket list. Anyone from Atlanta running the Goofy or either of the Marathon?

 

[McDuck]

Cross-Training Question:

I rented the 30 Day Shred through Netflix as I need to do something to kickstart weight loss (as I still haven't lost baby weight and my baby is now 2 1/2). Did my first workout yesterday. Is it advisable to do it every day as the program recommends, or should I save it for my non-running days? I certainly don't want to injure myself through zealousness. My hubby thinks I should do it daily, I'm thinking I should save it for non-running days. Opinions?

 

[jimandami]

Cross-Training Question:

I rented the 30 Day Shred through Netflix as I need to do something to kickstart weight loss (as I still haven't lost baby weight and my baby is now 2 1/2). Did my first workout yesterday. Is it advisable to do it every day as the program recommends, or should I save it for my non-running days? I certainly don't want to injure myself through zealousness. My hubby thinks I should do it daily, I'm thinking I should save it for non-running days. Opinions?

I personally think you would be fine to do it daily, especially since it is only 20 minutes/day

 

[KSH]

Just signed up for the Goofy race. Never have done the full marathon so i figured i'll sign up for the goofy just to cross this off my Bucket list. Anyone from Atlanta running the Goofy or either of the Marathon?

I'm doing Goofy! Have a running buddy going also. Are you doing any local races leading up to it?

 

[cewait]

Cross-Training Question:

I rented the 30 Day Shred through Netflix as I need to do something to kickstart weight loss (as I still haven't lost baby weight and my baby is now 2 1/2). Did my first workout yesterday. Is it advisable to do it every day as the program recommends, or should I save it for my non-running days? I certainly don't want to injure myself through zealousness. My hubby thinks I should do it daily, I'm thinking I should save it for non-running days. Opinions?

It really would not hurt to do it morning and night along with your running. A 20 minute workout is not going to have a negative effect on running this far out from the race.

But just to be sure, what is in the workout...

 

[McDuck]

It really would not hurt to do it morning and night along with your running. A 20 minute workout is not going to have a negative effect on running this far out from the race.

But just to be sure, what is in the workout...

Jumping Jacks, jumprope (with imaginary rope), kick-backs/butt kicks, push-ups (which I can't do "real" ones so I do the ones on the knees), lunges with bicep curls, crunches (3 or 4 different types) plus upper body with handweights--all alternating between cardio and strength circuits.

 

[wvjules]

I also have 30DS and have done both running and the shred on the same day. I do one in the morning and the other at night. If I do both of them at the same time of day I run first so I'm 'warmed up' for the Shred.

Coach, its circuits of 3 minutes strength, 2 min cardio and 1 minute abs.

Examples of the strength are lunges with bicep curls, rows, push ups, side lunges with weights raised up to eye level. Some cardio is jumping jacks, running in place, butt kicks, jump roap. And the abs are different types of crunches. With the warm up and cool down the entire video is 27 minutes.

 

[McDuck]

I personally think you would be fine to do it daily, especially since it is only 20 minutes/day

Thanks!

I also have 30DS and have done both running and the shred on the same day. I do one in the morning and the other at night. If I do both of them at the same time of day I run first so I'm 'warmed up' for the Shred.

Coach, its circuits of 3 minutes strength, 2 min cardio and 1 minute abs.

Examples of the strength are lunges with bicep curls, rows, push ups, side lunges with weights raised up to eye level. Some cardio is jumping jacks, running in place, butt kicks, jump roap. And the abs are different types of crunches. With the warm up and cool down the entire video is 27 minutes.

Thanks for the tip. I discovered last night I either have to do the 30DS when my hubby is home to help guide my DD away from my workout area, or I'll have to do it when she's asleep. She was "exercising" with me and claimed the 1 lb weights. Pretty cute, actually--except when she wanted to dash behind me while I was doing butt kicks. So I guess we'll do our training run tonight and then I'll do the Shred when we get home.

 

[DLR29]

What time does the actual marathon start? If I book a flight that leaves MCO at 3PM would that give me enough time to get from the race and get my stuff and get to the airport? This'll be my first marathon, so I assume I'll be in one of the last corrals. But I am pretty in shape and I will certainly finish in hopefully about 5 hours.

 

[cewait]

Jumping Jacks, jumprope (with imaginary rope), kick-backs/butt kicks, push-ups (which I can't do "real" ones so I do the ones on the knees), lunges with bicep curls, crunches (3 or 4 different types) plus upper body with handweights--all alternating between cardio and strength circuits.

Yeppers, I am all over doing that rotation twice a day. Modify like you have for those activities that you cannot hold good form. Do your lunges in front of a mirror for a quick form check. I am betting that you are probably not looking like the TV without that.

It has a good total bod coverage.

 

[disney_runner]

What time does the actual marathon start? If I book a flight that leaves MCO at 3PM would that give me enough time to get from the race and get my stuff and get to the airport? This'll be my first marathon, so I assume I'll be in one of the last corrals. But I am pretty in shape and I will certainly finish in hopefully about 5 hours.

I was in the last corral last year and crossed the start line about 6:05am or so. If you're using DME, they'll be picking you up at 12noon, so, you should be able to make that. Whether or not you'll have time to shower is another question though.....

 

[cewait]

What time does the actual marathon start? If I book a flight that leaves MCO at 3PM would that give me enough time to get from the race and get my stuff and get to the airport? This'll be my first marathon, so I assume I'll be in one of the last corrals. But I am pretty in shape and I will certainly finish in hopefully about 5 hours.

The start corrals start between 0535 and 0603 - at least they did in 2012. I would take note that I would expect the start to space out a bit so that the last corral starts around 0617... last runner starting near the 0620 time.

Not sure what time you guestimated, but if you guessed 5:15, expect your corral to start around 0600, making your run end near 1100. Should be more than enough time. Note that if riding DME as the pp said, they will want to load you at noon. You should be able to slide that back 30 - 45 minutes... depending on your risk tolerance

 

[DLR29]

I was in the last corral last year and crossed the start line about 6:05am or so. If you're using DME, they'll be picking you up at 12noon, so, you should be able to make that. Whether or not you'll have time to shower is another question though.....

The start corrals start between 0535 and 0603 - at least they did in 2012. I would take note that I would expect the start to space out a bit so that the last corral starts around 0617... last runner starting near the 0620 time.

Not sure what time you guestimated, but if you guessed 5:15, expect your corral to start around 0600, making your run end near 1100. Should be more than enough time. Note that if riding DME as the pp said, they will want to load you at noon. You should be able to slide that back 30 - 45 minutes... depending on your risk tolerance

Thanks to both of you! Hmmmm that sounds pretty rushed if I were to take DME, which I probably would. There's another flight at 5:05 which might be the better option, although I'd be getting into CA a little later. We'll see. Thanks again.

 

[McDuck]

Yeppers, I am all over doing that rotation twice a day. Modify like you have for those activities that you cannot hold good form. Do your lunges in front of a mirror for a quick form check. I am betting that you are probably not looking like the TV without that.

It has a good total bod coverage.

Thanks! Hubby was spotting me last night so I corrected a couple things then. Will definitely try a mirror!