Official WDW Marathon Weekend 2013 Thread

[cewait]

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.

I do not envy a post marathon flight... the 505 option seems safer since a slightly off race can easily crunch 26 minutes onto the race. Consider the use of compression tights for the ride home. IT will help keep your legs feeling a little better and diminish the cancer of deep vein thrombosis.

 

[BigEeyore]

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.

Like Coach Charles, I would not recommend getting on a cross-country flight just hours after running a marathon. The risks of DVT are too scary, and I can't imagine how sore I would be too! I was worried about sitting in the car the day after the marathon, so I added another night to give me 48 hours of recovery before I sit for that long. If there is any way you could stay another night in FL, you should do it!

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

I got on a 7:30pm flight from MCO to La Guardia. The flight itself was at an okay time, and my legs felt OK (not great). The main issue was that I had been awake continuously since 1:30 that morning. NOT fun.

 

[McDuck]

Second training run since coming off a stupid toe injury. It's so frustrating to not be where I was before I messed my toe up. I have to keep telling myself I can do this!

Did the 30DS again last night. Was walking like an old lady this morning. My calves are really feeling it from all the jump-roping! Also found out I can not do it without my daughter. She got so upset when she realized I finished it and exercised without her. We had to put "Miss Michaels" on again so she could "exercise", too.

 

[aaronv88]

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

I will be doing the Peachtree on the 4th. Have been training for it but the heat has been getting to me. Also the disneyland 1/2 on labor day weekend. Getting my C2C medal.

 

[Bephus]

I have not been running consistantly lately because of life and injury and man am I feeling it! This week I finally logged more than 20 miles and with the crazy humidity (92% when I started running this am) I am feeling so sluggish! Need to figure out how to get through these torturous summer months!!!

 

[ZellyB]

We were down at my parents' lake house for the weekend and so my husband and I ran the lake road out and back. It is nothing but torturously long and steep hills. I had to increase my walking portion of my run/walk ratio, but we did the trek both Saturday and Sunday. It's just 3 miles out and back, but those hills make it feel like twice that. Still good exercise and a different challenge than my usual runs. Felt good!

 

[DLR29]

Like Coach Charles, I would not recommend getting on a cross-country flight just hours after running a marathon. The risks of DVT are too scary, and I can't imagine how sore I would be too! I was worried about sitting in the car the day after the marathon, so I added another night to give me 48 hours of recovery before I sit for that long. If there is any way you could stay another night in FL, you should do it!

I understand the risks. Unfortunately, my semester starts that Monday, so I have to be back here in CA for that. I'll invest in some compressions and make sure to get an aisle seat. Really not much I can do.

 

[larryja]

I understand the risks. Unfortunately, my semester starts that Monday, so I have to be back here in CA for that. I'll invest in some compressions and make sure to get an aisle seat. Really not much I can do.

Also what I've read is to get your hydration back to normal as soon as possible after the race. Remember, a plane ride is a dehydrating event so is the marathon race depending on your level of effort. I recall in 2007 marathon day turned into a heat fest for this 5 hr finisher. Good luck!

 

[kmg148]

I signed up for the marathon tonight. I think I'm officially crazy!

 

[cewait]

Also what I've read is to get your hydration back to normal as soon as possible after the race. Remember, a plane ride is a dehydrating event so is the marathon race depending on your level of effort. I recall in 2007 marathon day turned into a heat fest for this 5 hr finisher. Good luck!

Actually the first order of business is getting the opposite end working first. Definitely not a great idea to pound down a half gallon of fluids until you are urinating again. But the time DLR is onboard, that should be OK. The Aisle seat is a great idea, also.

 

[lillieandlilahsmommy]

My husband and I are registering for the half, which will be our first half. It will also be his 40th birthday. We thought that was a pretty awesome way to ring in your forties, with a half marathon finisher medal!!!

I do have some questions though as this will be the longest race we have run; we did a 10k in April.

1. Corrals: It seems like it's not a good idea to be in the last corral? We ran the 10k in 1:16, but I don't have any proof besides our runkeeper. We were in the potty line and got up to the start, the 10k already started and the clocks reset for the 5k. Sooo, we ran anyway--the best race ever--no stress, just fun!! So, what can I do to ensure I am not in the last corral?

2. I see that I need to do some strength training and will start to work on that.

3. We will be driving from AL, about 6.5 hours in the car. I never thought about DVTs, even though I am a nurse. Will we be okay to leave on Sunday and drive back home?

4. Is there anything I should know, anything you would tell a first timer? I am super excited and ready to have fun! Races do make me anxious though, not sure why, but I always start out real bad, feel like I am running on jello legs. It takes me about .25-.40 to acclimate.

 

[irishtwins1112]

Out of curiousity.....Will there be a WISH pace team that's goal is just to finish?

 

[cewait]

My husband and I are registering for the half, which will be our first half. It will also be his 40th birthday. We thought that was a pretty awesome way to ring in your forties, with a half marathon finisher medal!!!

I do have some questions though as this will be the longest race we have run; we did a 10k in April.

1. Corrals: It seems like it's not a good idea to be in the last corral? We ran the 10k in 1:16, but I don't have any proof besides our runkeeper. We were in the potty line and got up to the start, the 10k already started and the clocks reset for the 5k. Sooo, we ran anyway--the best race ever--no stress, just fun!! So, what can I do to ensure I am not in the last corral?

2. I see that I need to do some strength training and will start to work on that.

3. We will be driving from AL, about 6.5 hours in the car. I never thought about DVTs, even though I am a nurse. Will we be okay to leave on Sunday and drive back home?

4. Is there anything I should know, anything you would tell a first timer? I am super excited and ready to have fun! Races do make me anxious though, not sure why, but I always start out real bad, feel like I am running on jello legs. It takes me about .25-.40 to acclimate.

1) First, did you estimate a time shorter than 2:45 hours? I guess I should also ask did you estimate a finish time at all. If you estimated a finish time under 2:45, then you need a proof time to not be placed in the last corral. OR, if you left the estimated time blank, email Disney with an estimated time of 2:50 or 3:00. The corral order coming into the expo will be those who estimated some time (in blocks) in order. So these guys will be the 3:15 – 3:30 runners (or something like that). Then the group with no estimated time. The last folks in the order are the ones who estimated less than 2:45 but failed to submit a time. Again, email the RD if you did not fill in the blank and put a time give them a time. This does not guarantee a corral in front of the last one as the last corral is rather large, but it may give you a better chance. Finally, you do not need proof to revise you estimated times down to 2:45. Do not estimate any lower or you will most definitely end up in the last corral.

As a frame of reference, your 77 min 10k roughly equals a 2:50 half marathon.

3) Yes, but I would hang around the mouse house until your kidneys get back to normal. It is easy to know as you will find yourself in the necessary room 2-3 times in short order. Once on the trip, take lots of rest stops. This is not near as severe for a half as it is in a full.

4) Use that nervousness to your advantage. Most newer runners get caught up in the excitement and end up running the first couple miles way too fast. This leaves them in a world of hurt as the race enters the final few miles. Take that first quarter mile to get a feel for what runner is on the road that morning. Feel you feet hit the ground, almost floating as your stride kicks over. Feel your breath – nice deep and relaxed. Feel your shoulders pull back into a relaxed state and a neutral relaxed smile cross your face.

For Disney, it is all about the event, not the run. The first 1.5 miles are dark and cool. We get onto World Dr at that point and the course opens up to 3 lanes. from there, about every half mile there is something to grab your attention. take that in. Finally, be in the day. This will be your first Disney. There are thousands of sights, sounds smells and people. Have fun

 

[cewait]

Out of curiousity.....Will there be a WISH pace team that's goal is just to finish?

There is a group of WISHERS who try to make sure no one is left behind. Dave was the leader of that pack. I am thinking he is a half only guy this coming year.

 

[Mickey'sfriend]

I have not been running consistantly lately because of life and injury and man am I feeling it! This week I finally logged more than 20 miles and with the crazy humidity (92% when I started running this am) I am feeling so sluggish! Need to figure out how to get through these torturous summer months!!!

Our temps have been up and down, but I hear you with the humidity. I had been logging in about 15-16 miles per week, but with the heat I, too, was feeling really tired. I decided to change things up a bit and add some biking and swimming and backed down my running miles to about 12/wk. Of course this lead me to registering for a triathalon this August. I'll need to bring my running miles back up again closer to race time because I am registered for a half in October.

 

[microbe]

I know I read a few pages back about the energy gel shots and bloks, but I'm still a little confused about them. Are they mainly just for energy or are they for hydration, too? Will the water and Powerade not be enough to get me through the race? I'm just trying to plan my training plan and I'd like to start using the gel shots as soon as possible if it's something I might need for the marathon. Thanks to anyone that can help!

 

[KSH]

I will be doing the Peachtree on the 4th. Have been training for it but the heat has been getting to me. Also the disneyland 1/2 on labor day weekend. Getting my C2C medal.

I'll be at the Peachtree too. The heat has really gotten bad this week! I've also signed up for the Alien half in Roswell on August 18th - it is at night but I am still afraid it will be blazing hot. Fun that you are going for the C2C!

I have not been running consistantly lately because of life and injury and man am I feeling it! This week I finally logged more than 20 miles and with the crazy humidity (92% when I started running this am) I am feeling so sluggish! Need to figure out how to get through these torturous summer months!!!

I don't see how you train in the summer in Florida! I would have to switch to swimming for sure. Sluggish is understandable, great job sticking with it!

I signed up for the marathon tonight. I think I'm officially crazy!

Congrats and welcome to the dark side!

 

[kaj1436]

I was wondering if anyone could tell me if there will be busses heading the ESPN WWoS after the Half Marthon? I need to go there after my race to meet up with the rest of my family who will be participating the in children's races. I want to know if there are direct busses going there or will I have to take a bus to a resort first and then to there.

 

[cewait]

I know I read a few pages back about the energy gel shots and bloks, but I'm still a little confused about them. Are they mainly just for energy or are they for hydration, too? Will the water and Powerade not be enough to get me through the race? I'm just trying to plan my training plan and I'd like to start using the gel shots as soon as possible if it's something I might need for the marathon. Thanks to anyone that can help!

To answer your immediate question, no the gels, block, etc are for energy intake, only. They actually pull hydration from the system as they are processed in the stomach so drinking a little water when you take them is necessary.

Many folks will have many differing ways to take a gel/block, etc (gels). As a coach, I remind you that we are all an experiment of one, so you need to practice and come up with a solution that works well for you. If you read a few studies you will find that you should not take a gel unless you run will last longer than 90 minutes. If you are on a long run, then start by taking your first gel around 45 minutes into the run. You will want to take a sip, then gel and then drink the remainder of the 3-4 oz you would have drank at the spot. Then continue with one every 45 minutes. NOW - you will find that 45 min may be too long, or may be too short. These ranges can vary from 30 minutes to 70 minutes for most folks. Play with the times. Also, in the fall start to play with times that will line up with aid stations.

One more thing on learning about gels... Do not stock up a 30 chocolate Cliff Shots because it sounds good. Rather, purchase 1-2 flavors that may sound good from 2-4 manufacturers. Try them on the run. You may find that you hate your favorite flavor on the run. You may also find that you hate Cliff Shot Chocolate but really really like PowerGel chocolate, while you hate the PowerGel Banana Strawberry and love the Cliff of the same flavor. Your ease buds, reflexes and stomach will let you know quickly. Do not get too worried yet. You have all fall to work out this strategy.

Briefly you race day will look something like taking a water and or PowerAde at aid stations. The general rule of thumb is to drink to thirst, not necessarily at each and every aide station. Though in the early part of the marathon, they are spaced at 1.5 to 2 mile intervals so it seems natural to grab a cup at most all stations. Then at your 45 minute interval (or whatever time works out to the aid station) you will only take a water at that station along with your gel.

Again, do not worry about a whole lot of detail at this point. It's good to be aware of the needs, but you need to be out there long enough to actually get come good from it.

I was wondering if anyone could tell me if there will be busses heading the ESPN WWoS after the Half Marthon? I need to go there after my race to meet up with the rest of my family who will be participating the in children's races. I want to know if there are direct busses going there or will I have to take a bus to a resort first and then to there.

yes. The expo will still be operational for the full until late afternoon/early evening