Week of October 26th WISH Walking & Running Club

[jeanneg]

Email from Disney Endurance 10/28/08

COAST TO COAST CHALLENGE
Do you want the ultimate test in endurance with a Disney twist? Then join the Coast to Coast Challenge! If you complete both the WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon and the DISNEYLAND® Half Marathon in the SAME calendar year, then you will receive an additional medal commemorating your achievement. You are automatically entered into the Coast to Coast Challenge when you register and complete both 2009 races

I must be dense....what is the problem?

 

[goofyinohio]

I must be dense....what is the problem?

The way it reads you have to do the Marathon at Disney World. In 2008 they gave the Coast to Coast medal to anyone who completed the Half Marathon or the Marathon at Disney World and then the 1/2 at Disneyland. I could just be reading too much into it, but that's how it reads to me.

 

[jeanneg]

I think they mean you must do one of the marathon events, either the full or the half. Afterall, they do call it Marathon Weekend. They probably just didn't want to be wordy. I would think the half in January is enough to qualify.

 

[goofyinohio]

I think they mean you must do one of the marathon events, either the full or the half. Afterall, they do call it Marathon Weekend. They probably just didn't want to be wordy. I would think the half in January is enough to qualify.

I read on Robert's site (They also are confused) that someone was told you can also get the medal if you do the Princess half so I'm still thinking it's just the wording. The Coast to Coast medal is really awesome too. I can't imagine they would want to exclude people doing the half because they want people out there to spend money and excluding 20,000 wouldn't be in their best interest I don't think.

 

[bunnyfoo]

Went out for a run last night... funny how posting here will do that It was really windy but I didn't notice the cold much after I settled into my run. I had been thinking about doing 30 minutes on my TM this morning but decided to hit the snooze button instead. If I had looked outside and seen the snow, I probably would have got up.

Kim - I strained my piriformis on my left side just before the Minnie back in May and my PT was able to get me back up and running in time. It was horrible last time - I had back pain and even walking hurt. This time, I only notice it when I sit for a long time or if I bend over slightly (ie. washing my mug in the sink). What does your DH do? So far, I've been stretching, icing and running slower... I'm praying that it will go away.

 

[mkymsehi]

Went out for a run last night... funny how posting here will do that It was really windy but I didn't notice the cold much after I settled into my run. I had been thinking about doing 30 minutes on my TM this morning but decided to hit the snooze button instead. If I had looked outside and seen the snow, I probably would have got up.

Kim - I strained my piriformis on my left side just before the Minnie back in May and my PT was able to get me back up and running in time. It was horrible last time - I had back pain and even walking hurt. This time, I only notice it when I sit for a long time or if I bend over slightly (ie. washing my mug in the sink). What does your DH do? So far, I've been stretching, icing and running slower... I'm praying that it will go away.

Roll on a tennis ball or foam roller.

 

[momoftwogirls]

I'm not sure if this has already been posted or not but AP rates came out this morning for Jan dates.

 

[bunnyfoo]

Jeff - I ended up buying tennis balls at lunch because no one I know has one. Go figure! I don't have room for a foam roller at home but will try the one at the gym next week. I have The Stick but it's a bit tricky to get it over the right spot with the right pressure.

momoftwogirls - Yes! My TA was able to get us a discount at the Poly Always nice to save a little extra $$ Hopefully everyone else is able to take advantage of the code.

 

[postesf]

momoftwogirls - Yes! My TA was able to get us a discount at the Poly Always nice to save a little extra $$ Hopefully everyone else is able to take advantage of the code.

Yay! Good for you. I could apply the AP rate to my CSR room, but not the Poly! hmph! and that's where I need it the most! Crossing my fingers the Disney Visa code will help (if, when it's released) or some folks on these AP discounts at the Poly will cancel and I can grab the room!

 

[TnTsParty]

As Tracy mentioned yesterday and today has been gorgeous weather here in south Florida (too bad it won't be here to stay though - so we are enjoying it while we can) I just HAD to get up this morning and get out for a run - it was 50 degrees - it was the very first time I wore my long sleeve running shirt that I bought in the beginning of the year. I only did 2 miles (due to time constraints) but that was good enough since my ears were bothering me by time I got home - I should have worn a beanie cap to cover my ears. I got in the shower and warmed up - I don't know how you northerners do it all winter long.

I am planning on getting another 4 miles in after work but walking this time - my friend is coming over and we are going to walk from my house to the beach and back - this is my normal weekday route when I decide to go outside instead of the TM.

 

[jmasgat]

In the "better late than never" category, I finally received my medal for my 5k race from September (2nd in age group). Yippee! My second piece of bling! Now I'm off to see if I can get an AP rate.

Update: Wow! Nothing out there for AP rates that weekend. Guess I'll keep my AAA rate at PO-FQ. So much for trying to stay at WL or BC. AKL is available, but I stayed there for Minnie and decided I prefer WL over AKL

Maura

 

[SideStitchWalker]

Hello everyone,
My name is Lynn and like several others that have posted, have been trying to build up the courage to join in. So, here goes.
I was at the TOT Saturday night lined up in the walking corral when I saw this group of people in very bright shirts that seemed to be having a great time. Since I was having an attack of nerves, I was a bit jealous! Then I saw the motto on the back of your t-shirts and knew this was a group I'd like to know more about. I was too shy to approach you at the time, but to my great surprise found you through an internet search. As my husband pointed out, I seem to have found some kindred spirits. People who like to walk/run and really like WDW. I do have a question right off the bat. What does WISH stand for? It wasn't in the very good history of the group that I read.
Well, this is getting a bit lengthy so I will "talk" to you all again soon, I hope.
Lynn

 

[goofyinohio]

Hello everyone,
My name is Lynn and like several others that have posted, have been trying to build up the courage to join in. So, here goes.
I was at the TOT Saturday night lined up in the walking corral when I saw this group of people in very bright shirts that seemed to be having a great time. Since I was having an attack of nerves, I was a bit jealous! Then I saw the motto on the back of your t-shirts and knew this was a group I'd like to know more about. I was too shy to approach you at the time, but to my great surprise found you through an internet search. As my husband pointed out, I seem to have found some kindred spirits. People who like to walk/run and really like WDW. I do have a question right off the bat. What does WISH stand for? It wasn't in the very good history of the group that I read.
Well, this is getting a bit lengthy so I will "talk" to you all again soon, I hope.
Lynn

Welcome to the team Lynn. WISH stands for We're Inspired to Stay Healthy is what the word means, but it really means so much more. It really is a great place to meet people who love running/walking and have a love for Disney.

Glad to have you aboard!

 

[mkymsehi]

Hello everyone,
My name is Lynn and like several others that have posted, have been trying to build up the courage to join in. So, here goes.
I was at the TOT Saturday night lined up in the walking corral when I saw this group of people in very bright shirts that seemed to be having a great time. Since I was having an attack of nerves, I was a bit jealous! Then I saw the motto on the back of your t-shirts and knew this was a group I'd like to know more about. I was too shy to approach you at the time, but to my great surprise found you through an internet search. As my husband pointed out, I seem to have found some kindred spirits. People who like to walk/run and really like WDW. I do have a question right off the bat. What does WISH stand for? It wasn't in the very good history of the group that I read.
Well, this is getting a bit lengthy so I will "talk" to you all again soon, I hope.
Lynn

Welcome to the WISH team Lynn,

We're all runners/walkers with a Disney problem.

You can not be shy around this group, it's not allowed. We meet up at Disney Races, and have meets to get to know each other, or reunion with those who have met at prior races. Sometimes members meet up at other races around the US. We're from all over the US, Canada, Europe, and South America.

Here is the history of the WISH racing team. It's been around for 4 or 5 years, and has come a long way since then.
http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1715766

There is a current hat/visor order, but you have missed the Race Ready shirt order. You can also get other gear here.

http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1981995

http://www.cafepress.com/livinglively/3912486

Should you be at the Marathon Weekend in January, stop by the WISH meet at the POP Century food court on Friday.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1899108&page=1&highlight=2009+wish+meet

Stop on by the weekly thread, and the weekly race reports thread.

 

[dsnyfan21]

Lynn (Sidestichwalker) - Nice to have you here. COme aboard. Jump in whenever and where ever you want. Thi sis the weekely thread and most people use this for training updates, conversation, encouragement, a kick in the butt - what ever you may need or want.
There are teams to keep accountable for your exercising/miles and such. FInd the thread to ask Dave to join a team, A link is in the Stickey thread at the top.
We are doing a hat/visor order and need a min 36 items to place the order. we are at 23 so if you would like click on the link down in my signature below.

Again welcome aboard and let us know how your doing.

Tracy

 

[SideStitchWalker]

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome and information. I missed the sign up for January Half at WDW but have registered for the Princess. I only started entering races this year and will do my first half at the Holiday Halfathon in Madeira Beach Dec. 14. Sounds walker friendly! Will check out the hats, thanks. Continually battle the shyness, but if it's not allowed will try to banish it!
Lynn

 

[wtpclc]

Lynn - Welcome!!!!! Believe it or not, some of us were shy when we started here too. Please feel free to jump right in, though. We love hearing about the experiences of relative beginners (or people working towards new distances). You'll go through many firsts that we can't have back on our own runs, so we like to run vicariously through others.

 

[mla1977]

Hi Lynn! Welcome!

We have a board for those of us doing the Princess Half. I am doing it. It will be my first half.

Princess Half Boards

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Welcome to the WISH Team Lynn!

I'm so happy that you've joined in. You will definitely love training with us.

 

[mkymsehi]

Jeff - I ended up buying tennis balls at lunch because no one I know has one.

Vicky,

You might find a brand new tennis ball to be very stiff and not very flexible.

You can poke a hole in the seam of the ball with a screwdriver, a pair of scissors, or something similar. That way the air inside releases when you lay on it. Not so sore that way,