Official WDW Marathon Weekend 2013 Thread

[dreams91]

I think moving for 26.2 miles on foot is a major achievement regardless of the pace. You are a Marathon Finisher when you cross that line. And doing so in a healthy state is just as important, so you can truly enjoy that moment! I did the AVON Walk and walked both a Full and Half Marathon back-to-back, and it was amazing! When I ran the Chicago Marathon four months later, it was equally amazing. And yes, I trained for months to get ready for AVON with my longest walk being 22 miles. I definitely encourage you to put in the 'foot time and mileage' because the training is about preparing the body for the time and distance you will be going.

Walking and running burn almost the same number of calories. I'd say walk the race at a 15:00/mm pace to keep the sweepers away, and have a a awesome and safe race! And be proud of yourself for doing something that less than 1% of the U.S. population has done.

Thanks. You are correct, a finish is a finish.

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

Just finished 17, my longest run since last year's marathon. Felt pretty good except for one mile in the middle where my stomach decided it was not going to accept a mandarin orange GU.

 

[dreams91]

I'm just curious (if you don't mind sharing) - is there an underlying condition that you are seeing the doctor about, or is it just the heart rate itself that is a concern?

I'm not suggesting that you should do anything other than what you and your doctor decide is best, but when I run my heart rate is almost always at or over 160... and usually over 180 for longer distances and/or warmer weather for extended periods of time. My heart rate will peak over 200 quite often on uphills, and the average HR for my runs is often well into the 160s.

I've never had any indication this is a problem, so I'm curious about why those ranges might be a medical issue for you.

Ted

I'm no spring chicken anymore. I will be 40 and my dad died at 50 due to heart issues. The cardiologist just wants to make sure I'm not in an anaerobic zone the entire marathon. On sprints, I do get it up there, but for the most part need to keep it cardio. When it goes above 165 I start to cough frequently as well.

Have you talked to a doctor at all?

 

[RunRookie]

I'm no spring chicken anymore. I will be 40 and my dad died at 50 due to heart issues. The cardiologist just wants to make sure I'm not in an anaerobic zone the entire marathon. On sprints, I do get it up there, but for the most part need to keep it cardio. When it goes above 165 I start to cough frequently as well.

Have you talked to a doctor at all?

There is a test you can take that will tell you where you AT (anaerobic threshold) is. I took mine at LifeTime Fitness. In fact, I have taken it several times I've the last two years because as your level if fitness changes, your AT will change as well.

If you belong to a health club with personal trainers, see if they offer this test. It takes about 15-20 minutes and is done with you on a treadmill while wearing a breathing mask so that the computer can measure the oxygen input and output as you walk/run on the treadmill and different inclines.

I used the results of the test to set up the heart rate zones on my Polar watch so I can monitor my heart rate more accurately.

 

[MightyDuck001]

My legs felt like complete and total lead on this weekend's run. I was still about 30 seconds -1 minute ahead of my average 1/2 pace from Disneyland for the whole 12, but has anyone ever had this problem? It wasn't even the distance, it started at like mile 4.

 

[dreams91]

There is a test you can take that will tell you where you AT (anaerobic threshold) is. I took mine at LifeTime Fitness. In fact, I have taken it several times I've the last two years because as your level if fitness changes, your AT will change as well.

If you belong to a health club with personal trainers, see if they offer this test. It takes about 15-20 minutes and is done with you on a treadmill while wearing a breathing mask so that the computer can measure the oxygen input and output as you walk/run on the treadmill and different inclines.

I used the results of the test to set up the heart rate zones on my Polar watch so I can monitor my heart rate more accurately.

That's a great idea. I will check into this.

 

[steph0808]

My legs felt like complete and total lead on this weekend's run. I was still about 30 seconds -1 minute ahead of my average 1/2 pace from Disneyland for the whole 12, but has anyone ever had this problem? It wasn't even the distance, it started at like mile 4.

Are you doing all of your training that fast? I run my long runs at least 1 minute over my marathon pace so as not to tire out my legs.

 

[avasmom]

Hello all, joining in to say Hi and my friend and I will be among you for the full marathon! We keep it about 12 min miles and really just want to finish! I have done a half before, but this is the first full. SO excited to see the Disney magic throughout the race! I also do lots of walking throughout, but will be so proud if I just finish this thing. Good luck to everyone!!!

 

[Momto2PrncChrmgs]

So I did my longest run to date, 7.3 miles, and forgot to take any water with me. I only had my usual coffee and cereal bar for breakfast. 3 hours later I still feel exhausted with a headache, almost like a little bit hungover. lesson learned for next time. Will prefuel and buy a water belt.

 

[MightyDuck001]

Are you doing all of your training that fast? I run my long runs at least 1 minute over my marathon pace so as not to tire out my legs.

The during the week runs are usually around 9:30-10:30, so a little faster. I attribute the improvement in time to the fact that I've a) been running more and b) the cooler temperatures and lack of humidity has been absolutely wonderful. The 10 miler I did I was fine and finished feeling great, but this week... this week was bad and I don't know if it's because I drank water along the way and anytime I drink I feel much more sluggish...

 

[Reep]

The during the week runs are usually around 9:30-10:30, so a little faster. I attribute the improvement in time to the fact that I've a) been running more and b) the cooler temperatures and lack of humidity has been absolutely wonderful. The 10 miler I did I was fine and finished feeling great, but this week... this week was bad and I don't know if it's because I drank water along the way and anytime I drink I feel much more sluggish...

What is your goal pace for the race? You want to be really careful about increasing speed too much. Sure way to get injured.

I do most of my runs at about +1 minute/mile, but when I build up my mileage to peak, I end up even slower at +1:30. Otherwise you risk overtraining which will leave you feeling dead for most of your runs. Only speed work (1 or 2 per week) should be anywhere close to race pace.

No doubt the cooler temps help though.

 

[Reep]

So I did my longest run to date, 7.3 miles, and forgot to take any water with me. I only had my usual coffee and cereal bar for breakfast. 3 hours later I still feel exhausted with a headache, almost like a little bit hungover. lesson learned for next time. Will prefuel and buy a water belt.

Good to learn it on a relatively short run. More miles and you would have been really out of it. I hate packing water, but on hot days or long miles you just have to. The good side is you feel much lighter on race day.

 

[Disfan11]

Hi all,

I haven't been posting for awhile. I signed up for Goofy. This will be my first marathon. But if I'm ever going to do one, I want it to be at Disney!
Last weekend I did my longest run at 17 miles. I did OK. I think this weekend coming up is 20. I'm nervous about it, but know I need to get those miles in to be ready.
I'm following Jeff Galloways plan.
I look forward to seeing you all there"

 

[Reep]

Hi all,

I haven't been posting for awhile. I signed up for Goofy. This will be my first marathon. But if I'm ever going to do one, I want it to be at Disney!
Last weekend I did my longest run at 17 miles. I did OK. I think this weekend coming up is 20. I'm nervous about it, but know I need to get those miles in to be ready.
I'm following Jeff Galloways plan.
I look forward to seeing you all there"

Does his plan have you doing 20 this weekend or Nov. 11? His plan is quite different from what I've always done, but he's the man. 20 seems a lot this early, but when you only do long runs once every 3 weeks or so I guess that is about right.

 

[Disfan11]

I mean Magic Mile!

 

[Disfan11]

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[Disfan11]

Wow. I'm having problems posting tonight. Yes the 20 mile run is on 11/11. I guess I was anxious.

 

[Sabeking]

Hello all, joining in to say Hi and my friend and I will be among you for the full marathon! We keep it about 12 min miles and really just want to finish! I have done a half before, but this is the first full. SO excited to see the Disney magic throughout the race! I also do lots of walking throughout, but will be so proud if I just finish this thing. Good luck to everyone!!!

Good Luck to you too. This will be a great place to do a first full!

 

[bigdave10000]

I'm no spring chicken anymore. I will be 40 and my dad died at 50 due to heart issues. The cardiologist just wants to make sure I'm not in an anaerobic zone the entire marathon. On sprints, I do get it up there, but for the most part need to keep it cardio. When it goes above 165 I start to cough frequently as well.

Have you talked to a doctor at all?

I have coronary heart disease. I am 45 now. In October of 2006 I set my 1/2PR of 1:33. 10 weeks later I had a heart cath and it showed 7 blockages 4 were over 90%. So 4 days after my 40th birthday I had 5 stents put in. Since then I have run over 10000 miles. My Doctor encourages me to run. It probably saved my life. I went to the Doctor because of what I noticed and how I was feeling in the weeks leading up to and following the race.

As far as getting your HR over 165. Is your Doctor a runner? Do you know what your HR max is? Or are you just guessing using a formula? Just because your HR is above 165 doesn't mean you are in an anaerobic zone. HR training is good to make sure you aren't running to fast all and time. It is also great at showing the progress you are making and looking at trends. No matter what advice you get from all the experts on the INTERNET. Always listen to your doctor but you may want to get a second opinion

BTW just finished a great book that is relevant. 14 Minutes by Alberto Salazar.

David

 

[jmasgat]

In the immortal words of Bobo the Bear in "Muppets in Space"...."Baby steps, sir, baby steps."

Today I ran 1 mile. It is the first run since August 20, when I was diagnosed with a stress fracture in my foot. I will now begin the long (but shortened) process of building back up my endurance so that I can finish Goofy in, what, 10 weeks?

Should be an interesting ride!

Maura