After dozens and dozens of runDisney contests, it was my turn. Oh, I had attempted early on in the life of the franchise to volunteer as a medical volunteer, but the process was complicated and disjointed. In general, the runDisney volunteer process (for all positions) has greatly streamlined itself in the past couple of years. During the 2017 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend, this princess turned physical therapist finally had the opportunity to trade in her running shoes for a stethoscope. Let me share what every runner should know about … [Read more...]
Resolve to Run Jeff Galloway’s 2018 in 2018 Challenge
Running motivation master Jeff Galloway is at it again. The Olympian who introduced the sport of running to hundreds of thousands with his Run Walk Run method (formed in 1976) has just upped the game. Think of it as incentive squared. Recognizing that goals are an important factor in continuity and long-term fitness success, Jeff has developed a year-long challenge for runners and walkers alike. Choose 2018 miles, 2018 kilometers (1254 miles), 675 miles (or a quarter of the 2018), or a cumulative, team event for the 2018. The true strength of … [Read more...]
How runDisney Saved My Butt. No, Really.
It's not all tutus, tiaras, and Trader Sam's. Over the past six years, the runDisney brand has been all that and more; camaraderie, sunsets over Cars Land and World Showcase, and many, many a celebratory dinner. See the world! The side effect (even if unintended) of same? Fitness. My physical therapist self kinda knew this all along, but to be honest it was a backdrop to the magic and medals in my timeline. Until now... The invisible side effect of my twenty half marathons and umpteen 5Ks? Core strength. My oh my, that came in … [Read more...]
Top Spots to Celebrate a runDisney Milestone in Every Disney Park
I've written about each before, but in anticipation of the upcoming runDisney race season, I thought I might compile my favorite celebration spots (you can see my priorities) in all three running venues- Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Disneyland Paris - in one stuffed post. Let's call it training incentive... Salivate away! Walt Disney World I have a new favorite! California Grill's Brunch at the Top now gets my gold medal at this park. Perfect for that immediate gratification, this has everything a tired, ravenous, and jubilant … [Read more...]
The 2017 runDisney Virtual Running Shorts Series is Unleashed
The dog days of summer are here, and runDisney Virtual Running Shorts Series is back for another lap! After a successful inaugural run themed after his master, Mickey Mouse, this year's series is dedicated to that man's best friend- Pluto. For beginners wondering if a 5K distance is in their future, this selection of 3.1 mile walks, runs, walks, or run-walk-runs is made for you. For runDisney pros looking to keep the the magic alive during the lull between the Tinker Bell Half Marathon weekend in May until the Disneyland Half Marathon in … [Read more...]