Tinker Bell ½ Marathon Weekend ~ 2014 Check-in!

[kim3339]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axy1Zg3vEQg

Sorry- she's from phineus and Ferb.

Oh my goodness!!! They are too cute!

 

[kirstie101]

Did an hour run on Saturday, not sure of the mileage but I'm guessing just under 5. That was my first long run in a month and it was tough... I had a cold too which didn't help. But I did it! Next weekend I'll aim for 6 miles.

 

[kim3339]

Is anyone but me and my race OCD starting to get a little annoyed that we still don't have an official race course yet and we're a month and 1/2 out? I know I have the map from this year in the 1st post and it'll most likely be the same, but still!!! And I'm curious about the 5k map too, b/c last year we started at the castle inside the park vs. the parking lot for the DL 5ks.

Okay, rant over!! How's everyone's training going? Hopefully well! We have rain through Sun and the forecast on weather.com says potential for flooding Sun, so hoping I can get some runs in this week. Has anyone ever shopped at Lucy for running stuff? It's X-mas so I got a catalogue and some stuff looked good.

 

[indygirl99]

Is anyone but me and my race OCD starting to get a little annoyed that we still don't have an official race course yet and we're a month and 1/2 out? I know I have the map from this year in the 1st post and it'll most likely be the same, but still!!! And I'm curious about the 5k map too, b/c last year we started at the castle inside the park vs. the parking lot for the DL 5ks.

Okay, rant over!! How's everyone's training going? Hopefully well! We have rain through Sun and the forecast on weather.com says potential for flooding Sun, so hoping I can get some runs in this week. Has anyone ever shopped at Lucy for running stuff? It's X-mas so I got a catalogue and some stuff looked good.

I had emailed them my time from my turkeytrot and this is part of the reply I got today:


With the race right around the corner we have pulled the database in order to work on corral placements, etc. We are not able to make changes for corral information at this time.


They did go on to tell me how to get the corral changed at the expo.

So it looks like they are busy working on making us happy soon.

I ended up going home from work early today with siatic pain in my right leg. The mantra at this house is "NO injuries" my back and leg had better listen.

 

[longhorns2]

LOL--- I was just going to ask if anyone remembers when the course was released last year. HA! The Princess course is out- so what gives Tink? I'm pretty OCD myself, and if it's last years course, cool. If they changed it, I start the questions... why? I know some people prefer the stadium run, but I think I would prefer the downtown Anaheim running vs the industrial areas.

I'm wondering if they have to get permits and such and that's why the long wait?

I did 3 on Tues and 2 today, and feeling ok. I'm doing elliptical tomorrow- then supposed to go out for a 10.5 miler on Saturday. Eek! If Sat doesn't feel right, then I'll do it on treadmill on Sunday, but I'd prefer to get this one done outside.

With my NEW Garmin 410! It was supposed to be delivered today, but it hasn't shown. I have the 10, but the deal on amazon got me, and I bought another. I figure I can try it out, if I dont like it DH can have it or I can resell. There's plenty of runners looking for a deal!

 

[Shananana]

Really well. 2 weeks ago I ran 9 miles in 2:06. It felt great. I actually RAN the first 7 miles and the last 2 I walked because they were uphill. In my mind, I'm training and I don't want injuries... SO... 7 miles run/2 mile walk in 2:06.

I can live with that!

This weekend, I will do 15 miles. If not, I will do 13.

What's everyone else's "comfort" mile? I noticed that I can do 3 - 4 miles easy. Going to 4 to 5 is AWFUL. But 5 to 6 or 6 to 7 or 8... It's like a walk in the park.

I'm getting so excited.

 

[Belgarion42]

My brother-in-law and I are registered for the Neverland 5K. This is his first run in years, and my first ever. We've been doing a Couch-to-5K training program, and in just a couple of months I've gone from being able to run a few hundred feet for less than a minute to running about 2.5 miles for 30 minutes. My goal was to be able to hit a 14 - 15minute mile pace, but I'm actually at about 12.5 minutes/mile. My revised goal is a 10-minute mile pace. 3 or4 months ago I would have thought that was impossible, but now I really think I can do it!

I know this is just a "fun run", but it's still a pretty big milestone for me.

 

[kindakrazy2]

50 days! WOOHOO!!

 

[longhorns2]

Really well. 2 weeks ago I ran 9 miles in 2:06. It felt great. I actually RAN the first 7 miles and the last 2 I walked because they were uphill. In my mind, I'm training and I don't want injuries... SO... 7 miles run/2 mile walk in 2:06.

I can live with that!

This weekend, I will do 15 miles. If not, I will do 13.

What's everyone else's "comfort" mile? I noticed that I can do 3 - 4 miles easy. Going to 4 to 5 is AWFUL. But 5 to 6 or 6 to 7 or 8... It's like a walk in the park.

I'm getting so excited.

You are doing GREAT! Way to go! That's my pace for my long runs also. I'm supposed to get my long run in this weekend- if Sat doesn't work, then Sun on tread. If that's a no go, then I'm looking at Monday after work. But it's gonna happen. 10+ for me.

My brother-in-law and I are registered for the Neverland 5K. This is his first run in years, and my first ever. We've been doing a Couch-to-5K training program, and in just a couple of months I've gone from being able to run a few hundred feet for less than a minute to running about 2.5 miles for 30 minutes. My goal was to be able to hit a 14 - 15minute mile pace, but I'm actually at about 12.5 minutes/mile. My revised goal is a 10-minute mile pace. 3 or4 months ago I would have thought that was impossible, but now I really think I can do it!

I know this is just a "fun run", but it's still a pretty big milestone for me.

This is amazing! WTG! You are killing it--- hope you have a GREAT race and really love Running Disney!

50 days! WOOHOO!!

I know, RIGHT! SO FAST!!! I'm getting TOTALLY excited about heading to DL. The race is still freaking me out because of this leg, but even if I'm bringing up the caboose, I'll be finishing with a smile of my face! (ps Sarah- check your PM!)

 

[kindakrazy2]

I know, RIGHT! SO FAST!!! I'm getting TOTALLY excited about heading to DL. The race is still freaking me out because of this leg, but even if I'm bringing up the caboose, I'll be finishing with a smile of my face! (ps Sarah- check your PM!)

Checked and responded!

 

[kim3339]

I had emailed them my time from my turkeytrot and this is part of the reply I got today:

So it looks like they are busy working on making us happy soon.

I ended up going home from work early today with siatic pain in my right leg. The mantra at this house is "NO injuries" my back and leg had better listen.

I hope so! Hope you feel better soon!

I know some people prefer the stadium run, but I think I would prefer the downtown Anaheim running vs the industrial areas.

I liked the Tink run better too! I'm a huge baseball fan and love running through the stadium, but Tink was so much better in my opinion. Definitely more residential and the downtown part was neat to see. There's some industrial, but thankfully only a mile/mile 1/2.

Really well. 2 weeks ago I ran 9 miles in 2:06. It felt great. I actually RAN the first 7 miles and the last 2 I walked because they were uphill. In my mind, I'm training and I don't want injuries... SO... 7 miles run/2 mile walk in 2:06.

I can live with that!

This weekend, I will do 15 miles. If not, I will do 13.

I'm getting so excited.

Congrats!! That's awesome!!

My brother-in-law and I are registered for the Neverland 5K. This is his first run in years, and my first ever. We've been doing a Couch-to-5K training program, and in just a couple of months I've gone from being able to run a few hundred feet for less than a minute to running about 2.5 miles for 30 minutes. My goal was to be able to hit a 14 - 15minute mile pace, but I'm actually at about 12.5 minutes/mile. My revised goal is a 10-minute mile pace. 3 or4 months ago I would have thought that was impossible, but now I really think I can do it!

I know this is just a "fun run", but it's still a pretty big milestone for me.

You're going to love it! I had so much fun w/ this 5k last year. There were a ton of Pirates along the course along w/ the characters and the mile markers were themed better than any other disney I've ran before. And being in the dark in the parks added a whole level of ambience that you don't get w/ the DL 5k in Sept. And w/ the race starting so early this year, hoping it stays dark the whole time.

 

[Belgarion42]

Thanks for the cheering on!

Speaking of cheering, can anyone tell me from previous years how it works for spectators with the 5K? My wife and parents-in-law want to come watch & cheer!

 

[Jeffreelancer]

Thanks for the cheering on!

Speaking of cheering, can anyone tell me from previous years how it works for spectators with the 5K? My wife and parents-in-law want to come watch & cheer!

The 5k was mostly in the parks and the only place a spectator could see the runners was in the esplanade between the parks. It ended on Paradise Pier and only runners were allowed in the parks so you had to wait until you exited to Downtown Disney to see your family.

The end of the race is kinda funny because there is not finish arch or timing mats. There is just a line on the ground so I did not know we even finished until I saw everyone stopping in front of me. The race goes by really fast because there is so much to see.

 

[kirstie101]

I can't believe how close it is getting!!!!! Despite sick kids and sick me I've gotten in my training runs this week and did my 1 hour run on Sunday. One of my shins is acting up again. Can't decide if i"m going to rest it or push through and see if it gets worse. I feel like I"m running out of training time!
I'm so excited though! I can't wait!

 

[Leskash75]

It's been a while since I posted. In getting very nervous that I won't make cut off. I'm about 20 min behind.

I have a Charlie horse problem every single half from.5 to 2 miles then its fine. Definitely slowing me down. Any ideas.

 

[jessicaerv]

It's been a while since I posted. In getting very nervous that I won't make cut off. I'm about 20 min behind.

I have a Charlie horse problem every single half from.5 to 2 miles then its fine. Definitely slowing me down. Any ideas.

No ideas on your Charlie horse - just hope it works itself out for you.

I slacked like crazy this week. I've done absolutely nothing. Last Saturday I went out for my 11.5 mile run and hit the wall at 8.5. I ate a cheese stick and a banana about an hour before going out, was eating the Shot Bloks every 30 minutes the whole run, drinking water spiked with one of those NUUN electrolyte tabs, and STILL had nothing in the tank. I stopped at 9 miles. I felt fine physically, no pain or anything. Just could not keep moving. The good news is that I bettered my 10k time by 8 minutes and was on a decent pace before I crashed. I'll have to figure out something to keep me going.

I'm toying with the idea of registering for a 10k next weekend. Its a hilly course so I don't know that I'll get a good time out of it, but its worth a shot, right?

Indygirl - keep on going - you are STILL inspiring me!!

 

[kim3339]

It's been a while since I posted. In getting very nervous that I won't make cut off. I'm about 20 min behind.

I have a Charlie horse problem every single half from.5 to 2 miles then its fine. Definitely slowing me down. Any ideas.

Maybe try KT tape on the back of your calves. Also maybe more calf-centric streches or foam roll it before your runs. And don't worry about the time! We still have a month and a half and you'll have adreneline race day to keep you going!

Last Saturday I went out for my 11.5 mile run and hit the wall at 8.5. I ate a cheese stick and a banana about an hour before going out, was eating the Shot Bloks every 30 minutes the whole run, drinking water spiked with one of those NUUN electrolyte tabs, and STILL had nothing in the tank. I stopped at 9 miles. I felt fine physically, no pain or anything. Just could not keep moving. The good news is that I bettered my 10k time by 8 minutes and was on a decent pace before I crashed. I'll have to figure out something to keep me going.

Did you eat enough carbs? That could be 1 of the problems. Make sure you eat them 2 days before and not the day before, they say it's not enough time the day before to stock up. And eating the night before it'll just sit in your stomach. Maybe a slice of bread or bagel w/ the banana, that might help. Congrats on the PR though. How did that pace feel? Not too fast, maybe that was the added to the wall. I know how that feels though, hit it once during a race around 10 1/2 and those last 2 1/2 miles just dragged on.

 

[jessicaerv]

Did you eat enough carbs? That could be 1 of the problems. Make sure you eat them 2 days before and not the day before, they say it's not enough time the day before to stock up. And eating the night before it'll just sit in your stomach. Maybe a slice of bread or bagel w/ the banana, that might help. Congrats on the PR though. How did that pace feel? Not too fast, maybe that was the added to the wall. I know how that feels though, hit it once during a race around 10 1/2 and those last 2 1/2 miles just dragged on.

AHA! That would be part of the explanation, then. I had some chicken and pasta the night before, but I don't think I ate any dinner at all 2 days prior. Man, I have a lot to learn about how to fuel my body!

The pace felt pretty good. I was actually really happy to see how much time I had shaved off. I ended the 9 miles at an average 15:06 pace, but considering I walked most of the last 1/2 mile I feel pretty good about how I am doing.

I'm gonna try to hit 5 miles this weekend rather than the 3 the training calls for. I need to start logging some serious miles.

7 WEEKS TO GO!!!

 

[kindakrazy2]

I'm so excited!

Haven't done a long run in about 3 weeks but so don't care - I'd show up right now and do it if I had to! LOL!

Got a great solo trip planned that just keeps getting better and better....

 

[indygirl99]

I'm at DLR now and have logged 8 miles so far today, in the rain, does that count as a long run?

DH has been soooo verry supportive of me running this race but is starting to give me the evil stare. I just handed him the map from last year and told him I was going to run/walk part of it tomorrow, I want to walk the park part and maybe run some of the out of park part just so I have something to visualize for the next 7 weeks.

My back/leg was giving me a little grief but nothing a little jolt from TOT dildn't take care of. That ride is better than my chiro.