Tinker Bell ½ Marathon Weekend ~ 2014 Check-in!

[AliceNWonderland]

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[specialks]

Now what about the undies? I have checked out a couple of jogging bras that I will purchase later this week. But right now I wear granny panties that are cotton. I am assuning that if we are not supposed to wear cotton other stuff because of holding onto the sweat and causing blisters that the panties should not be cotton either.

So what do you fine ladies advise. Can't/won't do commando.

I do cotton hipsters or bikinis under my running capris or pants.

I have found that Marshall's / TJ Maxx have great running clothes. I even get my running socks there.

Never looked there. Our Marshall's are really chaotic here and I've kind of decided to avoid them. I might give TJs a try.
I have fallen in love with Thorlo Experia socks I bought at Sports Authority. They fit my feet just right.

It just depends Jessica. Some people spend hours in there! Some people are grab packet and go.

I'm a middle of the pack person. I enjoy expo, but I don't LIVE for the expo. I generally already buy my gear in advance so I don't have to spend a lot of money at the expo. But I like the free samples, the vibe, the fun RunDisney stuff. I do bring a credit card and at least buy an event specific shirt.

Congrats on the loss!!! WTG!

Tink was my first expo. I'm pretty tight with spending as I prefer vacations over shopping, but there are some nice things there. If you're a shopper, be prepared and perhaps bring a budgeted amount of cash.
Also, I used my Disney Visa for my absolutely awesome Tink Running Jacket and got my 10% discount. Just FYI.

 

[jessicaerv]

This morning I finished Day 1, Week 2 of my hybrid 5k training. Jog 2.5 minutes/walk 2.5 minutes intervals, 5 times plus 5 minutes warm-up and cool-down. It didn't feel good, it didn't LOOK good, but I did it. Y'all should have seen my face when I was done, I looked like a prize hothouse tomato!!

Oooo, and I raised my pace for the jog portions to 16:12 min/mile from the 17:08 I did last week. Kept my walk at 17:08 though.

My mantra this week: It will get better... it will get better... it will get better (repeat as many times as necessary until I believe it).

 

[BabieDuckie]

This morning I finished Day 1, Week 2 of my hybrid 5k training. Jog 2.5 minutes/walk 2.5 minutes intervals, 5 times plus 5 minutes warm-up and cool-down. It didn't feel good, it didn't LOOK good, but I did it. Y'all should have seen my face when I was done, I looked like a prize hothouse tomato!!

Oooo, and I raised my pace for the jog portions to 16:12 mile/min from the 17:08 I did last week. Kept my walk at 17:08 though.

My mantra this week: It will get better... it will get better... it will get better (repeat as many times as necessary until I believe it).

YAY congrats! Doesn't it feel good when you finish a week? It's such a sense of accomplishment, especially for those who are like me who are not natural runners.

Yesterday was Day 1 of Week 4 for me. Run 3 minutes, walk 90 seconds, run 5 minutes, walk 2.5 minutes, repeat. Oy! It was hard! Now I understand what many other meant when they said that weeks 3 and 4 were the hardest! Yesterday was also the first day I brought my pedometer with me. The program yesterday was about 18 minutes, and I traveled a total distance of 1.1 miles. Looks like I need to improve my pace a little more. Hopefully by the end of this week I'll be able to get some better times!

 

[kindakrazy2]

Checking in ladies!

Nice job everyone on the training. I'm really proud of you guys that are doing this for the first time. You're up on your feet and you're doing it - keep it up!

As for the panties - I prefer to run in a thong. The grannie panties just seem to migrate into the crack anyways so I just save them the effort and save my bum some of the excess fabric and go with the thong. Sorry for the TMI!

I'm so excited to do this race! A little afraid for the safety of my credit card at the expo though.

 

[BabieDuckie]

Quick question: I didn't pre-purchase the pin when I registered, but I think I've changed my mind and I want one now. Will I be able to purchase one at the expo?

 

[kirstie101]

I'm not sure if you can buy the pin at the expo or not as this is my first year but I would think you could. I'm wondering if theres a way you go back and still order it?

 

[MotoXPrincess99]

Quick question: I didn't pre-purchase the pin when I registered, but I think I've changed my mind and I want one now. Will I be able to purchase one at the expo?

Last year they did have a pin for sale at the Expo but it was different than the one that was preordered. I think you can still pre-order the pin.

 

[MotoXPrincess99]

Does anyone wear VFF's? I just ordered a pair of the Bikila's for only $48 shipped! I'm excited to try them but I'm not going to really run in them until after the Half in Sept. I hear you have to start out slowly.

 

[jessicaerv]

Does anyone wear VFF's? I just ordered a pair of the Bikila's for only $48 shipped! I'm excited to try them but I'm not going to really run in them until after the Half in Sept. I hear you have to start out slowly.

Translation for Newbie required, please! What in the world is a VFF?

 

[MotoXPrincess99]

Translation for Newbie required, please! What in the world is a VFF?

Sorry! Lol. Vibram Five Fingers. Also known as the toe shoes. Lol.

www.vibramfivefingers.com

 

[rosermama]

Does anyone wear VFF's? I just ordered a pair of the Bikila's for only $48 shipped! I'm excited to try them but I'm not going to really run in them until after the Half in Sept. I hear you have to start out slowly.

Where did you get then that cheap????

Im running the race also I am flying out from VA and am so freaking excited. I run in new balance minumus zeros the lowest rise they have the shoes weigh hardley anything. I am a front striker and find the whole thing makes me feel very light when I run.

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[MotoXPrincess99]

Where did you get then that cheap????

Im running the race also I am flying out from VA and am so freaking excited. I run in new balance minumus zeros the lowest rise they have the shoes weigh hardley anything. I am a front striker and find the whole thing makes me feel very light when I run.

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Citysports.com has all VFF's on sale. Then use coupon code VFFPR2 for an extra 20% off!

Plus they didn't charge tax or shipping!

I stumbled upon it yesterday on someone's blog while reading reviews and deciding which style I wanted.

 

[AliceNWonderland]

Does anyone wear VFF's? I just ordered a pair of the Bikila's for only $48 shipped! I'm excited to try them but I'm not going to really run in them until after the Half in Sept. I hear you have to start out slowly.

I had them, they did not work for me at all. My DH LOVES his. He is a marathon runner and likes to do short runs (under 13 miles) in his.
Hope this helps.

 

[AliceNWonderland]

Ok, so I haven't started yet...I downloaded the training calendar and I am starting to gear up. I am still active (walking, zumba, light weights) but I just can't get my running going. Hopefully I will get some get up and go soon.
Painting our bedroom today, wish me luck!

 

[RedRosePrincess]

Quick question: I didn't pre-purchase the pin when I registered, but I think I've changed my mind and I want one now. Will I be able to purchase one at the expo?

If you go to the Run Disney site for the 1/2 and look under Commemorative Items you will see a listing of all the items: pins, necklace, mickey ears. They will link you to Active to purchase.

 

[BabieDuckie]

If you go to the Run Disney site for the 1/2 and look under Commemorative Items you will see a listing of all the items: pins, necklace, mickey ears. They will link you to Active to purchase.

Thanks, Jessica! I appreciate it! I'll try it out today.

 

[indygirl99]

So after my rough day on monday I took it easy and didn't do anything yesterday as I was still tired. Today I felt much better and was able to do my run/walk.

I was able to run 1:30 walk 1:30 for the entire 30 min. AND I was able to keep it to a 17 min mile average. Of course I was finished by the end of the 30 min but I know it will get better and I will be able to run longer. I better since I signed up for the Tinkerbell 1/2 in January


I talked to a guy at our local running store and they do weekly "fun" runs once a week for free. Anything from 5K to 10K and all paces welcome even walkers. Right now they are everyother week until after the Hood to Coast at the end of august but DH said he would go with me if he could walk.

I also signed up for our local Susan Komen run for after our vacation to DLR in september and will do the 8K.

I think these 2 things will keep me on track to keep running and increasing my endurance.

I also want to thank everyone for their "undies" tips. We are going to the coast for a long weekend next weekend and I will be hitting up the outlet mall for the Under Armour and the Nike stores to get the "appropriate" gear.

DH said "whatever you need". Humm I wonder if I can convince him the Coach store will have "what I need".

 

[kim3339]

DH said "whatever you need". Humm I wonder if I can convince him the Coach store will have "what I need".

Or, if it's like this year, the Tink 1/2 dooney and bourke...

 

[AliceNWonderland]

So after my rough day on monday I took it easy and didn't do anything yesterday as I was still tired. Today I felt much better and was able to do my run/walk.

I was able to run 1:30 walk 1:30 for the entire 30 min. AND I was able to keep it to a 17 min mile average. Of course I was finished by the end of the 30 min but I know it will get better and I will be able to run longer. I better since I signed up for the Tinkerbell 1/2 in January

I talked to a guy at our local running store and they do weekly "fun" runs once a week for free. Anything from 5K to 10K and all paces welcome even walkers. Right now they are everyother week until after the Hood to Coast at the end of august but DH said he would go with me if he could walk.

I also signed up for our local Susan Komen run for after our vacation to DLR in september and will do the 8K.

I think these 2 things will keep me on track to keep running and increasing my endurance.

I also want to thank everyone for their "undies" tips. We are going to the coast for a long weekend next weekend and I will be hitting up the outlet mall for the Under Armour and the Nike stores to get the "appropriate" gear.

DH said "whatever you need". Humm I wonder if I can convince him the Coach store will have "what I need".

Awesome! Good for you.