The Running Thread - 2018

[Dis5150]

Maybe one day I'll make it on the ride. I've literally stood right outside the entrance looking at my Fastpass and changed it. LOL.

Yep. Me too. I have rode ToT once. It ruined my whole vacation as my stomach "dropped" dramatically on every ride thereafter in anticipation. I keep telling my husband I will "suck it up" on our next trip, but I'll probably decide against it in the end. LOL!

#SAME I usually have a Fastpass for it and have rode it twice. I also rode the chicken elevator.

 

[sylkai]

Foam rolling: I should. I got the foam roller out of the storage room about 6 months ago. I might remember to use it in another month or two.

Twilight Zone: I'm glad we decided the ToT intro counts, because that's all I've got. But I'm also not a fan of scary *or* TV so.

Shoes: I don't track, but I've probably got ...1200ish miles on the current pair? Then again, I run in huaracha-style sandals (think pretty much barefoot with a thin sole under the foot) and the soles are rated to 5k miles. I am looking to get a new pair but specifically for gravel/trail running so with a slightly thicker sole than my current pair.

 

[KSellers88]

#SAME I usually have a Fastpass for it and have rode it twice. I also rode the chicken elevator.

LOL! I didn't know they had a chicken elevator, I would ride that! I've never made it past the entrance, so you are doing better than me!

 

[jennamfeo]

LOL! I didn't know they had a chicken elevator, I would ride that! I've never made it past the entrance, so you are doing better than me!

I didn't either, so I googled it. Apparently it's just a normal elevator down. So you can go through the whole queue and then tell them you want to exit. Interesting.

 

[KSellers88]

I didn't either, so I googled it. Apparently it's just a normal elevator down. So you can go through the whole queue and then tell them you want to exit. Interesting.

Sign me up!

 

[PrincessV]

I didn't either, so I googled it. Apparently it's just a normal elevator down. So you can go through the whole queue and then tell them you want to exit. Interesting.

Yep! My son hates the dropping sensation, so he won't ride TOT, but he loves the theme and queue, so he joins me through the line, then exits via Chicken Exit while I ride.

 

[Miranda]

I felt better about ToT after seeing a documentary about it on the Travel channel or something like that where they talked about the design of the ride and stuff, and I learned that you are actually being pulled downwards, not falling. For some reason that made it better in my mind and it doesn't bother me as much anymore.

 

[cavepig]

Foam Rolling - No foam rolling ever, but I had a stick which I hated. Now I have a car buffer (bascially like the body buffer) that I love! I use it anywhere and usually in the evening if something is tight or just because & I'll run it over my quads/thighs and it's grand! Great for my plantar fasciatis and pirformis sydrome keeping them under control as well.

Twilight Zone - I do like the show & Ride. Have the DVD collection of all the episodes but never watched them all. The one where people get eaten stands out, it's creepy, they don't know they are going to be the feast or something along those lines. The ride I love, but it does not love me, it makes me ill.

 

[jmasgat]

The one where people get eaten stands out, it's creepy, they don't know they are going to be the feast or something along those lines. The ride I love, but it does not love me, it makes me ill.

To Serve Man, perhaps? A classic where the aliens come "in peace", offer some technology, and then start transporting humans back to their planet for "tourism". Takes the female scientist to figure out that the title of the book given to humans, "To serve Man, is actually a cookbook!

Yup I like Twilight Zone......and funny riffs (which a friend just posted today)

 

[Jules76126]

I don’t foam roll but probably should. I find my pirformis is better when stretching and I heard foam rolling would help also.

No twilight zone and definitely no TOT. The only rides I have not ride in WDW are TOT and RNR. I even did MS orange once and that was enough. Maybe I’ll do the others one day

 

[avondale]

Since @LSUlakes is probably tending to a sick DS again today, I thought I would pinch hit with this weeks Fun Friday Question of the Day. I dug hard and deep for this one so have mercy!
FFQOTD: Today is National Foam Rolling Day. Do you incorporate foam rolling in any part of your workout, pre or post? Do you utilize other methods to ease leg muscle tightness? I realize that this may not actually be a fun question but at least it's a foam question. So I provided a bonus!

And just your luck, today is also National Twilight Zone day!
BFFQOTD: Are you a fan of the Twilight Zone? If so, what is your favorite epsiode?

ATTQOTD: I try to foam roll my legs (hamstrings, IT band, quads, calves) on weekday mornings after my strength training. Because of time issues, I probably do it 4 of 5 days. I "graduated" from the smooth foam roller to one of the "rumble rollers" with the thumb-sized knobs on it for hams, IT band, and quads. I have a hand-held roller that looks like balls of plastic spiky needles for my calves. Definitely useful. I should foam roll directly after running, but usually I'm busy getting cleaned up and getting a meal.

I never watched much Twilight Zone because I'm not really a horror/suspense fan. I realize they aren't all horror, but it's hard to know at the beginning.

 

[michigandergirl]

LOL! I didn't know they had a chicken elevator, I would ride that! I've never made it past the entrance, so you are doing better than me!

I didn't either, so I googled it. Apparently it's just a normal elevator down. So you can go through the whole queue and then tell them you want to exit. Interesting.

I'm very familiar with all the chicken exits! I love all the rides, especially TOT, but my daughter is all talk and always wants to bail at the last minute!

 

[KevM]

ATTQOTD: I don’t foam roll, but I do want to. I got one a few days ago but haven’t used it yet. I need to read up on how to do it properly.

Bonus ATTQOTD: I love Twilight Zone (the show and the attraction). I have three favorite episodes. Time Enough at Last, The Eye of the Beholder, & Five Characters in Search of an Exit.

 

[Baloo in MI]

ATTQOTD: Prior to 2015, I only ran 5k's, so in terms of the longer races, I've been steadily improving over the last 3 years and I don't think I've peaked yet. The bigger question is, now that I'm firmly in my 40's, can I stay healthy enough to reach my full potential...

Which reminds me, @LSUlakes could you update my goal for Saturday to NG? I'm currently losing the battle to shin splints and I'm no longer confident I can PR. I'm going to try to show up with a good attitude and see what happens...

Good luck at the River Bank Run tomorrow!

 

[McNs]

Never tried foam rolling, would probably help with my leg soreness, though I am pleased with the compression socks (any pain I have is inthe calves)

Not watched a lot of Twilight Zone but the gremlin on the plane wing stands out as one I remember. The ride is officially my favourite - I’ve been lucky enough to ride at both DCA and DHS, with the latter being superior. I’ve also ridden Guardians, and while at first I was dismayed at them changing my fav, it is a worthy replacement. I’m hysterical withlaughter the moment the drops begin!

 

[michigandergirl]

Good luck at the River Bank Run tomorrow!

Thank you! Bummer you can't run it this year. I hope you heal up fast!

 

[chuckille]

ATTQOTD: I have one of those foam rollers with the bumps and I use it 3-4 times a week. I look at it with fear and loathing since it’s 5-10 min of pain, but I think it’s helping with my aches.

I always wondered if foam rolling actually had any evidence behind it and after looking it up, there have been a few studies that showed that it does improve joint mobility and pain tolerance. It does not release fascia from muscle as its sometimes purported to do (apparently it would take an incredible amount of pressure and pain to do that), but at least the benefits are there!

I’m not a big fan of the twilight zone show. In fact, even though I enjoyed TOT at Disneyland, I was super excited for the Guardians ride and it does not disappoint. I find the GOTG to be faster, have more unexpected drops, and just tons more fun with the music.

 

[LSUlakes]

Random Satuday Question not related to running. We are going back to WDW for the MNSSHP and have been playing with the idea of family theme costume. I'm working on making a case for Carousel of Progress, and wonder should everyone dress according to the same scene, or everyone pic there person from one of the scenes. My vote is for the following for myself:

What do yall think? Ideas on how to pull this off?

 

[Keels]

Random Satuday Question not related to running. We are going back to WDW for the MNSSHP and have been playing with the idea of family theme costume. I'm working on making a case for Carousel of Progress, and wonder should everyone dress according to the same scene, or everyone pic there person from one of the scenes. My vote is for the following for myself:

What do yall think? Ideas on how to pull this off?

I'll see if I can find the post, but one of the gals on the Annual MNSSHP threads did this with her family a couple of years ago and it was soooo cute! I remember she was the wife dressed up as the Statue of Liberty for the Fourth of July.

EDIT: Found it!! https://www.disboards.com/threads/official-2016-mnsshp-guest-list-thread.3495058/#post-55411342

 

[Disney at Heart]

I’m not a big fan of the twilight zone show. In fact, even though I enjoyed TOT at Disneyland, I was super excited for the Guardians ride and it does not disappoint. I find the GOTG to be faster, have more unexpected drops, and just tons more fun with the music.

Ok, being the age of Star Lord's mom, I really love the music!!!! Last trip, we got a picture made with Star Lord and Groot while they played "The Chain" by Fleetwood Mac. Heavenly ... or Galaxyish?

Random Satuday Question not related to running. We are going back to WDW for the MNSSHP and have been playing with the idea of family theme costume. I'm working on making a case for Carousel of Progress, and wonder should everyone dress according to the same scene, or everyone pic there person from one of the scenes. My vote is for the following for myself:

What do yall think? Ideas on how to pull this off?

The bow tie is the essential element!
And as a side note, I love CoP. It is classic that Walt loved, and it's a great cool down on a hot day. If you are ever in the theatre with me, listen for the crazy one singing "There's a great big beautiful tomorrow..." and getting all the annoyed looks from those around me.