Martinvols
Mouseketeer
- Joined
- Jul 15, 2001
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- 215
I am probably one of the few that likes to go to DisneyWorld when it is HOT, during the middle of summer! Here is what I like about DisneyWorld vacations, in the middle of summer (June / July) ---
1) Taking a summer vacation at Disneyworld forces me to plan and train my body for the vigorous workout ---- In anticipation of the trip, I know that I will not enjoy myself unless I have a vigorous training plan several months before my departure. As a result, I have a combination walk / workout plan, where I put in 8 miles / day and I mix in some sprints, stretching, pushups and situps to help ensure my entire body recovers from the winter blues. I know that unless I have my weight down do an acceptable level (especially when it is 90+ degrees outside), I will not enjoy myself. A summer trip to Disney helps prevent me from being overweight.
2) When we eventually, arrive, I find that several hours out in the hot sun, makes me feel better and more energized. I feel much better at Disney than sitting in an office, working all day --- I think our bodies were designed to be out in the sun for most of the day. Nothing feels better than arriving in your room and feeling the satisfying effect of a good workout.
3) Taking a DisneyWorld vacation in the summer forces me to put my 2 DS's (age 12 and 6) on a vigorous workout plan as well ---- I do hear "Daddy, I'm thirsty" or "Daddy, I am tired", quite a lot. However, this forces us to keep our kids in good shape and teach them that life is not a piece of cake. This is our version of a summer boot/workout camp for our kids combined with some fun.
4) Going in the middle of summer, in the hot heat, limits the amount of pounds that you will gain on the Disney Dining Plan. This last summer trip, I ate a desert - sometimes, 2 deserts (if you count a milkshake) for each meal and I did not gain a pound. I think this is due to the fact, that your body burns more calories and exerts more energy when it is 92-95 degrees versus 80 degrees.
I would encourage DVC members to consider going to DW in the summer. (the crowds are not that bad, except around Memorial day weekend and July 4th Holiday). In anticipation of your trip, you will have the excitement of a challenge --- this gives you the opportunity to put yourself in tip/top shape. To accomplish this, change both your diet and exercise plan, several months before departure. I can attest to the fact that it can be done! Go Vols!
1) Taking a summer vacation at Disneyworld forces me to plan and train my body for the vigorous workout ---- In anticipation of the trip, I know that I will not enjoy myself unless I have a vigorous training plan several months before my departure. As a result, I have a combination walk / workout plan, where I put in 8 miles / day and I mix in some sprints, stretching, pushups and situps to help ensure my entire body recovers from the winter blues. I know that unless I have my weight down do an acceptable level (especially when it is 90+ degrees outside), I will not enjoy myself. A summer trip to Disney helps prevent me from being overweight.
2) When we eventually, arrive, I find that several hours out in the hot sun, makes me feel better and more energized. I feel much better at Disney than sitting in an office, working all day --- I think our bodies were designed to be out in the sun for most of the day. Nothing feels better than arriving in your room and feeling the satisfying effect of a good workout.
3) Taking a DisneyWorld vacation in the summer forces me to put my 2 DS's (age 12 and 6) on a vigorous workout plan as well ---- I do hear "Daddy, I'm thirsty" or "Daddy, I am tired", quite a lot. However, this forces us to keep our kids in good shape and teach them that life is not a piece of cake. This is our version of a summer boot/workout camp for our kids combined with some fun.
4) Going in the middle of summer, in the hot heat, limits the amount of pounds that you will gain on the Disney Dining Plan. This last summer trip, I ate a desert - sometimes, 2 deserts (if you count a milkshake) for each meal and I did not gain a pound. I think this is due to the fact, that your body burns more calories and exerts more energy when it is 92-95 degrees versus 80 degrees.
I would encourage DVC members to consider going to DW in the summer. (the crowds are not that bad, except around Memorial day weekend and July 4th Holiday). In anticipation of your trip, you will have the excitement of a challenge --- this gives you the opportunity to put yourself in tip/top shape. To accomplish this, change both your diet and exercise plan, several months before departure. I can attest to the fact that it can be done! Go Vols!
We usually always go the week of the 4th of July (except this year 
) It's crowded, but if you have a plan, your waiting time is minimal.
No matter how much I drink, I almost never have to stop and "go." I think it's because of all the sweating you do.
to bootcamp!
