The New *Official 2013 Disney Princess Half Marathon Thread*

[Gryhndmom]

My frustration runneth over.

I had two AMAZING short runs last week, each a little less than 2.5 miles, both without even a tiny twinge of ITBS pain. So I went into my planned 3-miler Sat. with high expectations... only to have them dashed at less than 2 miles when pain nailed my knee yet again.

What the heck was different that time?! I can only pinpoint two semi-logical differences:

1. A much slower pace with a lot more walking, since I did Sat's run with my DS: 1:00/1:00 walk/run intervals. I strongly suspect the transition from run to walk is what's causing knee friction and the more often that friction occurs, the earlier pain will hit. I mostly ran my short runs with few walks and had no pain.

2. Sat follows a rest day. I'm not sure total rest is working for ITBS. I'm way stiff come Sat. morning and it takes a while to warm up.

So I'm going to tweak things and see what happens. This week I'm moving my runs to T, Th and Sat. Sun. will be a rest day following my long run Sat. M will be strength training, W pilates or ballet and F a walk + 20 mins of gentle yoga. I'm also tempted to make my short runs mostly walking for a while to make sure the inflammation in my knee goes away. Maybe 5:00walk/1:00run intervals?

I'm open to thoughts here - I'm starting to panic about falling behind in training!

Princess v...I'll have a drink here at the wine and food festival and hope it makes you feel better !

Have you thought about not running for your training days...I can walk a 14 min mile so if it's an off day/twinges I just walk. So far it's been okay for me as my 5k on sat gave me a 12:32 min mile...improving me over my last race. How does the knee feel after weights, Pilates etc ?

 

[speshlist]

I've been reading this thread for months to help motivate - and to learn more about the PHM. I wanted to finally jump in and say hi to everyone share a quick story.

First a little background- I am doing the PHM as my first C2C after I complete my second Tink Half! I am running the PHM with my partner/fiancee and her sister (her sister's first half). Her mom and my parents will be doing the 5k. Her niece is doing the kids run- so a whole family weekend for us! We are so excited for our first race at Disney World (we have done 4 at Disneyland).

My story:

My mom is 65 and never was an athlete AT ALL. A few years ago I signed her up for a 10k (worst xmas present ever? ha) and told her I would fly out and walk it with her (she lives across the country from me). She trained so hard and did great! Since then, her and my father (75) have done several 5k walks.

A few weeks ago she walked a small 5k and ended up crossing the finish line LAST. She was so bummed and embarrassed that she didn't even tell me about it! I guess I know where I got my competitive nature from... Anyways, she had her BEST race ever! Her fastest pace (under a 16 min mile- I told her she now needs to do PHM but she laughed at me)! She was so concerned about finishing last that it clouded over her amazing performance. Well, about a week later she gets an email from the race that she needs to come and pick up her trophy. She got 3rd place in her age group! She was thrilled- her first trophy ever! Also, turns out she beat 10 other people's times in the race (only 200 ran) but I guess they started/crossed the mat before her.

I just wanted to share, because everyone has different reasons for running and I know people worry about finishing towards the end. It's easy to get so bummed about our pace or how we place- but in reality finishing and feeling good is the best way to gauge the race!

Good luck in your training!

 

[Princess on the Run]

Love your pics. My legs are killing me today how about you?

OMG yes!!!!!!! I am trying to talk myself into doing a short run tomorrow but I don't know if it's going to happen or not, realistically.

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

OMG yes!!!!!!! I am trying to talk myself into doing a short run tomorrow but I don't know if it's going to happen or not, realistically.

OMG you go girl. I am not doing anything this week other than pushup's and then 12 oz Miller curls over the weekend. LOL

 

[Never to old]

Well done!!!

My knee gave out long before I thought it would and it was pretty treacherous terrain. A lot of climbing steep slick hills and then sliding back down on top of the actual obstacles. But it was an amazing experience!!!! Such an inspirational outpouring of comradery and teamwork. Everyone helps everyone whether it's a team mate or a total stranger. Amazing!!!

Haven't gotten the Brightroom pics yet but we had a few spectators that got great pics of the stuff that was up front (obviously not the ones up the mountains). There's a ton there, but if anyone is interested:

http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=0BbsmTZwxYtXQw

Wow!!!!
Great job in finishing!!!!!

 

[PrincessV]

Well done!!!

My knee gave out long before I thought it would and it was pretty treacherous terrain. A lot of climbing steep slick hills and then sliding back down on top of the actual obstacles. But it was an amazing experience!!!! Such an inspirational outpouring of comradery and teamwork. Everyone helps everyone whether it's a team mate or a total stranger. Amazing!!!

Haven't gotten the Brightroom pics yet but we had a few spectators that got great pics of the stuff that was up front (obviously not the ones up the mountains). There's a ton there, but if anyone is interested:

http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=0BbsmTZwxYtXQw

Thanks so much for sharing! An seriously? You are one TOUGH MUDDER!!! Way to go!

So yesterday I did my first ever half marathon to get ready for the princess half. I did it at 3:03:08 which is just under a 14 min mile. I think I'm ready. If my knee holds up.

Woooo hooooo!!!

Princess v...I'll have a drink here at the wine and food festival and hope it makes you feel better !

I think it worked - I feel great today - thanks!

Have you thought about not running for your training days...

My walking speed just isn't fast enough to go with a walk only - I can barely make a 15:00 mile because my legs are so short - I have a super high cadence already, so if I make it any faster I'm running! I'll switch to just walking when I have to to finish the distance, but no way can I do a whole race that way. I do walk a mile or 2 on most cross-training days, though, to get a little aerobic activity in without impact.

How does the knee feel after weights, Pilates etc ?

Totally fine. The only time it hurts is around the 2-3 mile mark doing run/walk intervals.

My mom is 65 and never was an athlete AT ALL. A few years ago I signed her up for a 10k (worst xmas present ever? ha) and told her I would fly out and walk it with her (she lives across the country from me). She trained so hard and did great! Since then, her and my father (75) have done several 5k walks.

A few weeks ago she walked a small 5k and ended up crossing the finish line LAST. She was so bummed and embarrassed that she didn't even tell me about it! I guess I know where I got my competitive nature from... Anyways, she had her BEST race ever! Her fastest pace (under a 16 min mile- I told her she now needs to do PHM but she laughed at me)! She was so concerned about finishing last that it clouded over her amazing performance. Well, about a week later she gets an email from the race that she needs to come and pick up her trophy. She got 3rd place in her age group! She was thrilled- her first trophy ever! Also, turns out she beat 10 other people's times in the race (only 200 ran) but I guess they started/crossed the mat before her.

This is way, way cool!

 

[kindakrazy2]

I'm struggling with motivation over here. I've got a 14km run this morning....well yesterday morning but I procrastinated and somehow managed to convince myself not to do it yesterday.

Normally I'd be excited to get out there but its pouring rain and windy and soooo cold out there. We had snow over the weekend and its hovering around freezing still.

I know I'll be fine once I get out there and get moving - its just trying to convince myself to get out there that's the problem.

Someone give me a kick in the tutu! Ahhhhh!!!!

 

[Tracerr00]

I'm going to do it!! I literally sat here at work all day long with the PHM registration open on my computer and didn't register. But I'm going to do it today! It'll be my very first half marathon.

I started running over the summer and did my first 5K in September, my second two weeks ago and I'm doing a 5K Zombie Run this weekend! My time is about 30 minutes for a 5K. I ran 4.5 miles on Saturday in 45 min and felt great...however I've been battling shin splints (in one leg only). Has anyone dealt with this? I ran for two months without any shin pain and then I did two hill workouts and I've been dealing with them ever since. I even have my shin taped today at work. If anyone has some good hints or tips for this I'd love to hear them!

I talked my fiance into flying down to visit his parents (we are in WI and they live in the Keys) by using frequent flyer miles and while we're there...I might as well run the PHM, right? He said "Why don't I do it with you?" and I told him that it was the PRINCESS half marathon and he'd have to wear a tutu if he ran it so he declined and he'll just be my chEar section. I'm going to register right now! I can't wait to join all of you!

 

[joan4mickey]

I'm going to do it!! I literally sat here at work all day long with the PHM registration open on my computer and didn't register. But I'm going to do it today! It'll be my very first half marathon.

I started running over the summer and did my first 5K in September, my second two weeks ago and I'm doing a 5K Zombie Run this weekend! My time is about 30 minutes for a 5K. I ran 4.5 miles on Saturday in 45 min and felt great...however I've been battling shin splints (in one leg only). Has anyone dealt with this? I ran for two months without any shin pain and then I did two hill workouts and I've been dealing with them ever since. I even have my shin taped today at work. If anyone has some good hints or tips for this I'd love to hear them!

I talked my fiance into flying down to visit his parents (we are in WI and they live in the Keys) by using frequent flyer miles and while we're there...I might as well run the PHM, right? He said "Why don't I do it with you?" and I told him that it was the PRINCESS half marathon and he'd have to wear a tutu if he ran it so he declined and he'll just be my chEar section. I'm going to register right now! I can't wait to join all of you!

Your times are good. you will do fine. But, why not have your fiance run as a princess...you could do like ariel and princes eric or snow white and one of the dwarf's.
Shinsplints..check shoes..old? wrong fit?

 

[Tracerr00]

Your times are good. you will do fine. But, why not have your fiance run as a princess...you could do like ariel and princes eric or snow white and one of the dwarf's.
Shinsplints..check shoes..old? wrong fit?

The fiance is not a "dress up" type of guy so I know he wouldn't be interested but it doesn't hurt to ask right?? I'll ask him anyway! The worst he could do is say no!

The shoes are fairly new and they were great for two months until those two hill workouts. Maybe I should stop at our local Running Room to have them check things out just to be sure. Thanks for the tip!

 

[PrincessV]

Cindylocks and the Three Running Shoes: A Cautionary Tale

Given our MANY discussions about the shoe subject, thought you all might enjoy my latest blog post.

 

[Cripey]

Cindylocks and the Three Running Shoes: A Cautionary Tale

Given our MANY discussions about the shoe subject, thought you all might enjoy my latest blog post.

yay! I'm glad you've found a shoe that's working for you...hope some of that mojo makes it's way over here. I'm testing out the Nimbus 14 (boring but practical gray/silver with a little purple and teal accents) this weekend and I have high hopes...mostly because if they work, I have my eye on the "special edition" purple/lime ones for my second rotating pair...just in time to be added to a Christmas wish-list

 

[Figment1990]

I'm struggling with motivation over here. I've got a 14km run this morning....well yesterday morning but I procrastinated and somehow managed to convince myself not to do it yesterday.

Normally I'd be excited to get out there but its pouring rain and windy and soooo cold out there. We had snow over the weekend and its hovering around freezing still.

I know I'll be fine once I get out there and get moving - its just trying to convince myself to get out there that's the problem.

Someone give me a kick in the tutu! Ahhhhh!!!!

In the words of my sister (my personal cheer squad and motivator):

GO RUN!!!!


And if that isn't enough... I bought halloween candy this weekend and was trying so hard not to break into it early. However, yesterday, my training partner said: Go have a piece of candy now, and if you run, you can have 2 more after!

Worked for me!

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

I've been reading this thread for months to help motivate - and to learn more about the PHM. I wanted to finally jump in and say hi to everyone share a quick story.

First a little background- I am doing the PHM as my first C2C after I complete my second Tink Half! I am running the PHM with my partner/fiancee and her sister (her sister's first half). Her mom and my parents will be doing the 5k. Her niece is doing the kids run- so a whole family weekend for us! We are so excited for our first race at Disney World (we have done 4 at Disneyland).

My story:

My mom is 65 and never was an athlete AT ALL. A few years ago I signed her up for a 10k (worst xmas present ever? ha) and told her I would fly out and walk it with her (she lives across the country from me). She trained so hard and did great! Since then, her and my father (75) have done several 5k walks.

A few weeks ago she walked a small 5k and ended up crossing the finish line LAST. She was so bummed and embarrassed that she didn't even tell me about it! I guess I know where I got my competitive nature from... Anyways, she had her BEST race ever! Her fastest pace (under a 16 min mile- I told her she now needs to do PHM but she laughed at me)! She was so concerned about finishing last that it clouded over her amazing performance. Well, about a week later she gets an email from the race that she needs to come and pick up her trophy. She got 3rd place in her age group! She was thrilled- her first trophy ever! Also, turns out she beat 10 other people's times in the race (only 200 ran) but I guess they started/crossed the mat before her.

I just wanted to share, because everyone has different reasons for running and I know people worry about finishing towards the end. It's easy to get so bummed about our pace or how we place- but in reality finishing and feeling good is the best way to gauge the race!

Good luck in your training!

Congrats to your mom!

 

[annmarieda]

If I don't defer registration, do I have other options?

 

[Cripey]

If I don't defer registration, do I have other options?

If the race sells out, you'll probably be able to find someone wanting to buy your bib. It won't be an official transaction or anything through runDisney at all, but if you find someone that you trust to pay you and doesn't mind running under your name, all you have to do is sign the packet pick up authorization form (posted on race website closer to race day) giving your permission to that person to pick up your stuff at packet pickup, provide that person with a copy of your photo ID, and make sure they have a copy of your signed waiver. They pick up all your stuff, wear your bib and run the race...official results will be in your name though, there's no changing that. There have already been several posts on the Tink Half FB page asking for people who want to sell their bib...if this race sells out, that's when I'd start checking here, FB and other race-related "classifieds" type of websites for "PHM bib WANTED!" ads. That's how I found a DL 5k bib a few years ago...the day before the race!

 

[annmarieda]

If the race sells out, you'll probably be able to find someone wanting to buy your bib. It won't be an official transaction or anything through runDisney at all, but if you find someone that you trust to pay you and doesn't mind running under your name, all you have to do is sign the packet pick up authorization form (posted on race website closer to race day) giving your permission to that person to pick up your stuff at packet pickup, provide that person with a copy of your photo ID, and make sure they have a copy of your signed waiver. They pick up all your stuff, wear your bib and run the race...official results will be in your name though, there's no changing that. There have already been several posts on the Tink Half FB page asking for people who want to sell their bib...if this race sells out, that's when I'd start checking here, FB and other race-related "classifieds" type of websites for "PHM bib WANTED!" ads. That's how I found a DL 5k bib a few years ago...the day before the race!

thanks!

 

[sissy_ib]

I just registered!
I am so excited! Everything fell in to place that I can go and participate in the Princess Half!!!

My name is Amanda and I will be making this trip solo unless I can talk a friend in to joining me. I look forward to meeting some of you during the weekend. I am flying in Thursday and flying home on Monday morning. Wish I could stay longer but I am a college student and this way I can arrange my schedule so I wont miss any classes. (I will be in class that Monday night)

I am going to ask to join the FB group now.

 

[Gryhndmom]

Met a lady at the wine & food festival yesterday who did the PHM this year and said her friend did indeed get picked up at mile 4 (sag wag) for not keeping up the 16 min pace. Remember reading here that someone had asked if they really do sweep and a reply being they usually sweep at mile 4 & 10.

For anyone staying at CR or BLT for PHM...really, really, really nice here and great views of MK fireworks !

 

[sumlee]

I just registered!
I am so excited! Everything fell in to place that I can go and participate in the Princess Half!!!

My name is Amanda and I will be making this trip solo unless I can talk a friend in to joining me. I look forward to meeting some of you during the weekend. I am flying in Thursday and flying home on Monday morning. Wish I could stay longer but I am a college student and this way I can arrange my schedule so I wont miss any classes. (I will be in class that Monday night)

I am going to ask to join the FB group now.

Welcome Amanda! It's going to be a short trip for me too, but totally worth it! We're all going to have so much fun!!