Tinker Bell ½ Marathon Weekend ~ 2014 Check-in!

[PirateFish989]

I'm in for 2014! Wouldn't miss it for anything!

 

[BlazerFan]

Theoretically, yes. But I'm really, really pushing it with $$ right now and don't think I could swing doing both and if it comes down to it just the half is important to me. I want to say I've run Tinkerbell every year!

I agree, I would like to continue so I could be a legacy runner for Tink.

 

[AZlady]

Question- when you stop to take photos with characters , do they have people to help take photos with your camera. ? Do they have professionals? Like a photo pass?
Ps.. I'm only doing the 5k.

 

[kim3339]

Question- when you stop to take photos with characters , do they have people to help take photos with your camera. ? Do they have professionals? Like a photo pass?
Ps.. I'm only doing the 5k.

Last year I took my own camera and took a pic w/ Hook and Smee and there was someone to take it w/ my camera. It was at night so I couldn't tell who it was ~ but I'm pretty sure it was a CM. There will be professional photographers on the course, but they are at particular spots along the course and you can buy them afterwards. (They're pricey though, heads up). I'm not sure if they link the photo pass though.

 

[Jeffreelancer]

Question- when you stop to take photos with characters , do they have people to help take photos with your camera. ? Do they have professionals? Like a photo pass?
Ps.. I'm only doing the 5k.

The cast members will use your camera. There are photographers that will take your pictures with the characters. At the race expo you can buy a certificate that can be used to pay for the photo package once the pictures are available. If you are running with others you can share the cost and make sure all of you are in all the pictures. The certificate is associated to a bib number. We did that for the 5K and half this year.

 

[AZlady]

The cast members will use your camera. There are photographers that will take your pictures with the characters. At the race expo you can buy a certificate that can be used to pay for the photo package once the pictures are available. If you are running with others you can share the cost and make sure all of you are in all the pictures. The certificate is associated to a bib number. We did that for the 5K and half this year.

Thanks for the help.
I was thinking of inviting 2 other people so we can take photos of each other. But I'm nervous about getting into register fast enough ( before it sells out).

 

[Jeffreelancer]

The 5K usually takes longer to sell out. I registered for the 5K in December before the inaugural Tink and last year we registered a few months after registration opened. That could always change, but I have seen other Disney races where the 5K takes a long time to sell out.

 

[wdwrich]

The 5K usually takes longer to sell out. I registered for the 5K in December before the inaugural Tink and last year we registered a few months after registration opened. That could always change, but I have seen other Disney races where the 5K takes a long time to sell out.

Yes, this was true last year, but the DL Half Marathon/10k/5k for 2013 sold out very quickly. The HM and 10k were sold out within a couple of hours of general registration opening. I think the 5k sold out within a day or two. Perhaps the Tink isn't quite as popular, but if one is planning to enter Tink or the 5k, it might be prudent to register early.

 

[AZlady]

Yes, this was true last year, but the DL Half Marathon/10k/5k for 2013 sold out very quickly. The HM and 10k were sold out within a couple of hours of general registration opening. I think the 5k sold out within a day or two. Perhaps the Tink isn't quite as popular, but if one is planning to enter Tink or the 5k, it might be prudent to register early.

That's my concern...that it might sell out super fast. I got an AP for this year and a Disney credit card so I hope I get an invite to register early!! This will be my first Disney event . ( I will also be on vacation when registration opens...so I'm worried I will miss out).

 

[laurasvwee]

I have been lurking on this thread as much as I can and I have a few questions for you but first a little about myself so you will understand my lurking and all. In mid January I took on the task of once again to lose weight. With my new iPhone in hand I down loaded a app to count calories and found a couch to 5 k app. With needing to lose about a 100lbs I thought running would be out of the question but was willing to give it a try. After finishing the program I ran (slow jog) my first 5k then the next month I ran another 5k I am only able to run between a 15 and 16 minute mile but as I lose weight I am hopping my time will improve. Along the way I starting setting running goals for myself and the tink 1/2 is my biggest goal and the one that I am dreaming about. My goal is to run it in 2015. As I am running now I try to picture how great it will be to run through the parks. I am so new to all of this that I am not sure how to train for a 1/2 marathon. Right now I am working on a training for a 7k and then a 10k in October. So my questions are what is the WISH thread and is there a Facebook page as well. Are there any training tips and or marathon tips that I should know. Any help would be great.

 

[kim3339]

I have been lurking on this thread as much as I can and I have a few questions for you but first a little about myself so you will understand my lurking and all. In mid January I took on the task of once again to lose weight. With my new iPhone in hand I down loaded a app to count calories and found a couch to 5 k app. With needing to lose about a 100lbs I thought running would be out of the question but was willing to give it a try. After finishing the program I ran (slow jog) my first 5k then the next month I ran another 5k I am only able to run between a 15 and 16 minute mile but as I lose weight I am hopping my time will improve. Along the way I starting setting running goals for myself and the tink 1/2 is my biggest goal and the one that I am dreaming about. My goal is to run it in 2015. As I am running now I try to picture how great it will be to run through the parks. I am so new to all of this that I am not sure how to train for a 1/2 marathon. Right now I am working on a training for a 7k and then a 10k in October. So my questions are what is the WISH thread and is there a Facebook page as well. Are there any training tips and or marathon tips that I should know. Any help would be great.

Hi!! You are going to have so much fun running Tink. Fun tip ~ As you're picturing running through the parks, you get to go backstage as well. We go by the housing area for the trains and monorails and the ranch area with the animals, it is one of the coolest parts.

Here is the generic WISH Thread.
http://www.disboards.com/forumdisplay.php?f=59 There are sections for eating, healthiness and personal journals.

There is also a specific section for events and competition, and that has threads on the various Disney events as well as other races.
http://www.disboards.com/forumdisplay.php?f=109

Here is a link for the Tinker Bell 1/2 specifically. Some of us bounce back and forth b/w these 2 threads.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3062965

There is a facebook page, but I'm not sure what it is.

For training, if you go on the run disney website, there is a link up top that says training, if you click on it, they are partnered up with Jeff Galloway who is a running coach and they have training plans for the various races. If you click on the Tink one, there are a couple of programs depending on what you want to do ie: beginner, improve of time, etc. They are about 20 weeks long and you are running 3 days a week. The 1 for next year's Tink begins in Sept. A lot of people like his plans and use him, but play around on the internet for plans. Hal Higdon is another coach who has training plans to follow and a website called Cool Running that has various plans as well. The length on plans really depend on what you want to do and what you feel comfortable w/. Jeff's is 20 weeks, Cool running is 12 weeks. The lengths you will find will be 12, 16 or 20 weeks. Personally, I do a 12 week plan and have combined a couple of different plans into 1 "super" plan, if you will. I just took what I liked about each plan and created my own. The main idea is to choose a plan that you like so that you will stick to it and not get burnt out or stop all together.

For tips, don't increase your mileage more than 10-15% each week, more could lead to injury. Similarly, your long runs shouldn't be more than 1/2 of your total mileage for the whole week ~ if you have 25 miles total, your long run shouldn't be more than 12 miles. Try to incorporate hill and speed work into your plans as well. Speed will increase your time naturally and hill work helps build your muscles and will help a lot. Try to get some strength training in as well. It will really help, especially core work. Racewise ~ at the beginning, make sure you keep to your own pace and not get caught up in what everyone else is doing or how fast they are going, this is the top way to get burnt out to early in the race. Also, a tip for taking water in a race if you use the water stops is to pinch the top of the cups ~ it makes it easier to take in water. Also, when you're doing you longer runs, make sure to stay hydrated either through a running belt or I've read of people who don't use belts, planting water along their course. If you're running longer than an hour, make sure you take either some power/gatorade or gu/chomps/jelly belly with you to keep your reserves high. And remember to have fun and take the race in!

I'm sure there's more, but that's all I can think of now. If I can think of any more I'll come back and post for you. Hope this helps a bit!!

 

[kim3339]

That's my concern...that it might sell out super fast. I got an AP for this year and a Disney credit card so I hope I get an invite to register early!! This will be my first Disney event . ( I will also be on vacation when registration opens...so I'm worried I will miss out).

I sent you a PM.

 

[indygirl99]

I really liked running Tinker Belle this year BUT after coming back from Washington DC and running the Nike women half marathon I am in with a race.

Next year I will only get to do one of them because DH will be done with school and we will be paying off student loans and there will not be as much discreationary income. Oh what to do.

Anyone know the winning lottery numbers and care to share?

 

[Jeffreelancer]

Yes, this was true last year, but the DL Half Marathon/10k/5k for 2013 sold out very quickly. The HM and 10k were sold out within a couple of hours of general registration opening. I think the 5k sold out within a day or two. Perhaps the Tink isn't quite as popular, but if one is planning to enter Tink or the 5k, it might be prudent to register early.

I agree that you don't know how fast the races may sell out, but the DL race weekend was a unique situation with the timing of the registration. Registration for all the DL races were available at the WDW marathon weekend and Tinker Bell as well as early registration for AP holders and Disney Visa card holders. By the time DL was open to the public the races were already 70% full.

We plan to register as soon as it is open to the public.

 

[Jeffreelancer]

I have been lurking on this thread as much as I can and I have a few questions for you but first a little about myself so you will understand my lurking and all. In mid January I took on the task of once again to lose weight. With my new iPhone in hand I down loaded a app to count calories and found a couch to 5 k app. With needing to lose about a 100lbs I thought running would be out of the question but was willing to give it a try. After finishing the program I ran (slow jog) my first 5k then the next month I ran another 5k I am only able to run between a 15 and 16 minute mile but as I lose weight I am hopping my time will improve. Along the way I starting setting running goals for myself and the tink 1/2 is my biggest goal and the one that I am dreaming about. My goal is to run it in 2015. As I am running now I try to picture how great it will be to run through the parks. I am so new to all of this that I am not sure how to train for a 1/2 marathon. Right now I am working on a training for a 7k and then a 10k in October. So my questions are what is the WISH thread and is there a Facebook page as well. Are there any training tips and or marathon tips that I should know. Any help would be great.

There are plenty of training programs and the Jeff Galloway program is good. I have found the best way to train is with a group. It is easier to get through the longer mileages when you are with others and you feel more of an obligation to make the workouts see everyone in the group counts on each other. I am a head coach of a group in Sacramento so let me know if you are in the area.

A few things to keep in mind:

1. Some group have a fundraising component with a goal you have to meet
2. Some groups cater to specific paces so your pace may not meet their requirements
3. Not all groups have a coaching component. They are more of a meetup so you can find other runners at your pace.

Whatever plan you choose make sure you stay on plan. If you miss a long workout don't skip to the next mileage. Do the mileage you missed and continue the program. For new runners I always suggest you start the program earlier than recommended so you have the extra time to miss some workouts.

You can check with your local running stores to see if there are any classes or seminars that will teach you about nutrition, electrolytes and apparel.

 

[BlazerFan]

I've been a part of our local USA Fit organization the past several years as a walker but we also have 3-4 different pace running groups within the group. There are seminars presented that help newcomers and remind those who need it , shoes,apparel, hydration, nutrition, etc.

I also joined our local Galloway group to try to add run intervals to my training.

As PP mentioned, check your local running store, or the Internet for Gallowsy or USA Fit groups as both have many locations.

 

[laurasvwee]

Thank you so much for all the wonderful info. I knew the great people on here would be to help.

 

[wdwrich]

I agree that you don't know how fast the races may sell out, but the DL race weekend was a unique situation with the timing of the registration. Registration for all the DL races were available at the WDW marathon weekend and Tinker Bell as well as early registration for AP holders and Disney Visa card holders. By the time DL was open to the public the races were already 70% full.

True, but I think it would be reasonable to expect this to be the case for future races as well. So if one doesn't fit into one of the early registration categories, it's still wise to be ready to sign up as soon as public registration opens.

 

[jessicaerv]

There are plenty of training programs and the Jeff Galloway program is good. I have found the best way to train is with a group. It is easier to get through the longer mileages when you are with others and you feel more of an obligation to make the workouts see everyone in the group counts on each other. I am a head coach of a group in Sacramento so let me know if you are in the area.

Jeffreelancer - I'm in Sacramento. PM me info, please!!!

 

[kim3339]

I really liked running Tinker Belle this year BUT after coming back from Washington DC and running the Nike women half marathon I am in with a race.

Next year I will only get to do one of them because DH will be done with school and we will be paying off student loans and there will not be as much discreationary income. Oh what to do.

Anyone know the winning lottery numbers and care to share?

Glad it was a good race! I haven't heard any reports or really read anything yet so I was getting a little worried it didn't go well. So when the lotto for Nike in SF opens in a couple of weeks, are you entering?

No lotto numbers to share, but on the off chance that I win and get a plane so I can do more races in WDW w/o the $, I can pick you up!