Tinker Bell ½ Marathon Weekend ~ 2014 Check-in!

[BabieDuckie]

Are you looking at just going out for 3 min or a little longer w/ run/walk breaks? I've got running rtes for all kinds of mileage. Everytime I'm there, either I'm running a race, training for a race, or if my dad goes, he's training for a race. What if you walked down to the promenade and ran up it and then walked back? Or you could go from Harbor/Katella to DL Dr./Katella? That block is about 1/2 a mile.

Ahh, much better! That's something I can definitely do! Thanks for the help, Kim!

 

[kim3339]

Ahh, much better! That's something I can definitely do! Thanks for the help, Kim!

No worries! Have fun this weekend!!

 

[indygirl99]

You should run while you're at DL! Early in the morning when it's really quiet, there's no one out there and they're washing down DTD, it is so unbelievably peaceful. It's 1 of my fave places to run



So if I'm staying at FFI I could run through the esplanade through DTD to the end and back to the hotel for about 2 miles? Running about 6 am? Run 3 of the 8 days there?

We will be at DLR Sept 4-11th and then I'm running an 8K on the 16th at home. So I need to keep up on my training while at DLR but don't want to kill myself with all the walking and running to far.

 

[indygirl99]

That's awesome! Congratulations! I have to say, I am envious that you're making such great progress! I'm in week 3 of my C25k program (which seems to differ from the one that you're doing. ), and feel like I've GAINED weight! I haven't actually weighed myself, but my clothes aren't fitting any differently. I, too, hope to shed some significant weight before Tink, hoping it'll make the race much easier to complete. Patience, right?

Babie I kindof modified a couple of different training plans. When I googled C25K there were about a billion different plans. I get sidetracked easy so I took one of the plans and Jeff Galloways and made a plan that is working for me. I run/walk 3 times a week. I am adding 5-10 seconds to my run time each week. 2 of my run days I run/walk for 30 min, the 3rd run is my "long" run and I am trying to do the run/walk for a 5K on that one. My goal is to get to run 10 mins walk 2 mins.

As for the weight I decided that if I was going to do this I needed to do it right so I am eating "clean". No more diet soda, no artificial sweetners, and no more junk food. As a nurse there is ALWAYS some kind of junk in the breakroom and I'm am doing good leaving that alone. Passed up Voodoo donuts yesterday. DH and I also quit eating out 3-4 times a week. Now it is once a week at the most and we choose healthier options.

We have to do what works for us. Keep putting one foot in front of the other and you will get there.

 

[Leskash75]

I did not run today did ride bike. It's 9.5 miles

 

[Leskash75]

That made no sense lol. I am running 9.4 miles on Saturday. I'm ahead in training since I'm doing a half in September.

 

[kim3339]

So if I'm staying at FFI I could run through the esplanade through DTD to the end and back to the hotel for about 2 miles? Running about 6 am? Run 3 of the 8 days there?

We will be at DLR Sept 4-11th and then I'm running an 8K on the 16th at home. So I need to keep up on my training while at DLR but don't want to kill myself with all the walking and running to far.

Help me out here, which one is FFI? Is that the Fairfield Marriott? So I can't think which one it is right now. The length of DTD is about 1/3 of a mile or so. 3 days should be good, b/c you'll be walking a ton when you're there. And 6am is perfect, that's when I go out that way early admission people aren't out.

What time do you get in on Tues? That's the day I leave to come home from the DL 1/2.

 

[kirstie101]

I have to admit I have no plans of running during our Disney trip in September! Walking all over the parks for 4 days is enough for my legs! I will make sure I run the night before we leave though.

I was supposed to run last night but got home too late which means I'll run tonight (2-2.5 mi) and my long run will have to be Sunday. Gonna do 65 minutes.

 

[indygirl99]

Help me out here, which one is FFI? Is that the Fairfield Marriott? So I can't think which one it is right now. The length of DTD is about 1/3 of a mile or so. 3 days should be good, b/c you'll be walking a ton when you're there. And 6am is perfect, that's when I go out that way early admission people aren't out.

What time do you get in on Tues? That's the day I leave to come home from the DL 1/2.

Sorry Yes Fairfield Marriott. It is close to Hojos.

We take a slow and easy approach to DLR hence the 8 days. Rides, shows, people watching etc.

So if I'm running an 8K the week after do you think 3 miles each of my 3 run days is okay or should I just run 30 mins and have the walking be the rest of my cross training. I don't want to overdo but I do want to keep up any progress I have made.

I appreciate any advise from someone who is experienced. I am a novice runner.

DH and I get into SNA around 12 noon.

 

[kim3339]

Sorry Yes Fairfield Marriott. It is close to Hojos.

We take a slow and easy approach to DLR hence the 8 days. Rides, shows, people watching etc.

So if I'm running an 8K the week after do you think 3 miles each of my 3 run days is okay or should I just run 30 mins and have the walking be the rest of my cross training. I don't want to overdo but I do want to keep up any progress I have made.

I appreciate any advise from someone who is experienced. I am a novice runner.

DH and I get into SNA around 12 noon.

That's what I thought it was, but my brain wasn't functioning last night, I couldn't think of any hotels for the life of me. If you do the DTD rout like I was telling Babie, from your hotel it'll be just under 2 1/2. If you run completely around the park, down DL Dr to Ball and then to Harbor to your hotel, it'll just be a little under 3 miles. Plus w/ that run, you'll have the underpass under DTD, an overpass by the parking lot, another overpass on Ball and then one more when you turn onto Harbor.

For training, for me, I would try to do 3 runs like you were talking about. I would try to do the 3 run twice w/ the 2 1/2 in the middle. I know my feet get tired, so that also plays a part in it. If you think that might happen, I would do 1 of each and 30 min in the middle. B/w that and all the walking in the parks, you'll be ready for your race! When you get home, I'd try to get in a 4m just to help you get ready for the race.


I'll just miss you coming in! That's when I head out to go home!
Hope that helps!

 

[runnintink]

I've struggled with motivation for the past 6 years, and as a result have gained over 30 pounds. I won't lie; it can get tough at times and my body will hurt, especially my knees. You have no idea how many times I've wanted to quit running and just lay down in the shade, but I have to keep reminding myself that I need to start somewhere, and that I have a goal.

For me, the interval training is working great so far because it's slowly getting me ready to run. When I run, I think about race day and about how good it will feel to finish. That seems to help keep me running.

Another inspiring factor is this board. There are a ton of supportive members here who are full of encouraging words and advice, and that has helped me tons. Don't hesitate to PM me if you want someone to talk to. Sometimes talking really helps get your fears out of the way and get your motivation flowing.

Thank you so much for this! After I posted that last night, I decided that now that I had owned my lack of motivation... it was time to just do it!

So this morning I did day one of c25k. It was honestly the perfect amount of challenge - hard enough where I had to push, but not so hard where I thought I was going to die, wanted to quit, etc.

Kinda crazy to think in 6 months that I'll be running a half???

I can fly, I can fly, I can fly....

 

[ToodlesRN]

Does anyone have suggestions on a waist pack, something light to put my phone/camera, hotel card and cash? I want something light weight and small. Brands etc.. Thanks!!

 

[kim3339]

If you're looking for 1 w/o water bottles, the spidi belt is really popular. I think it's only $20 or so and people always talk about how much they like it.

 

[Brancaneve]

I am running the Disney half on Labor Day weekend and was sent an email with all the race day info. They advertised running belts through a company called ifitness and you get a 15% discount by typing in the code disney. I just bought one last night so I know the code works. It cost $34 but it has two hydration flat bottles, a zippered pocket large enough to hold most phones and elastic tabs to hold goo. They were recommended by Rundisney so I am hoping they are good!

 

[specialks]

Does anyone have suggestions on a waist pack, something light to put my phone/camera, hotel card and cash? I want something light weight and small. Brands etc.. Thanks!!

I recently purchased the Nathan 2 Hydration Belt from amazon.

 

[AliceNWonderland]

It's up! If anyone needs me to make any changes, let me know.

Stovall's 1/19 - 1/20

I am thinking of doing WOC dinner package and then the Mad Tea Party on the 19th. Gasp, yes the night before I usually can't sleep because of nerves.
Anyone else?

 

[AliceNWonderland]

that made no sense lol. I am running 9.4 miles on saturday. I'm ahead in training since i'm doing a half in september.

wow!!! Way to go

 

[kirstie101]

Does anyone have suggestions on a waist pack, something light to put my phone/camera, hotel card and cash? I want something light weight and small. Brands etc.. Thanks!!

I just ordered a SPI belt thanks to a couple recs on here. Hadn't arrived yet but wanted to say it was only $15 from the clearance section and shipping was free in their website. After researching the hydration belts I think I'd try the Nathan one if I end up having to go that route. Hoping I won't need to though and I can just use water stations during the race.

 

[ToodlesRN]

If you're looking for 1 w/o water bottles, the spidi belt is really popular. I think it's only $20 or so and people always talk about how much they like it.

Thanks! I like the look and it looks small enough!

I recently purchased the Nathan 2 Hydration Belt from amazon.

I checked on those after another post and Im trying to go without a water bottle holder. I need to jogging underway first!!

I just ordered a SPI belt thanks to a couple recs on here. Hadn't arrived yet but wanted to say it was only $15 from the clearance section and shipping was free in their website. After researching the hydration belts I think I'd try the Nathan one if I end up having to go that route. Hoping I won't need to though and I can just use water stations during the race.

I'll check out the clearance section and see what I can find!

 

[Leskash75]

My hydration belt is amphipod. Must have for run over five miles for me. The bottles are kind of flat so you don't bump arms on them. It has pocket that holds my iPhone plus pretzels etc.

9.5 did not work out got up late. So just 5.5 but it was good. Next week.