By now you must know my affinity for Olympian Jeff Galloway; he is THE reason (well, with the runDisney alliance, of course) that I began running at the age of 53. HE is the number one reason I have gone injury-free for the past six years. (The physical therapy background is a distant second.) Watching yesterday's Boston Marathon got me motivated to move things to the next level. I am registered in the local Jeff Galloway Long Island Training Program and I'm ready to run. Which one of the following races will I be seeing YOU at?? JEFF'S … [Read more...]
Top 5 Tips for Running the Castaway Cay 5K
Before I set sail on my first Disney Cruise, I scoured the decks (internet) for information on the event I had been Dreaming of. After 25 or more runDisney contests, I couldn't let this one elude me any longer. Unfortunately, other than the Disney Parks Moms Panel, there was little information on this, the Most Magical Race in the Caribbean. I may have run aground, but you don't have to! Here's my Top 5 Tips for Running the Castaway Cay 5K. The Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Fantasy, and Disney Dream all have as part of their … [Read more...]
runDisney Packing List | A Physical Therapist’s Must-Haves
You've planned your costume for months. Tutu, tiara, check. Heck, your Tinker Bell Pinterest board is a mile long. Sure, those fairy wings and shoe pom-poms will make for magical race course photos. HOWEVER, it is this injury prevention runDisney Packing List that will get you over the finish line. Keep that smile on your face and Pixie Dust in your step! Many of these items are obvious. (Unless you are one of the last of the barefoot runners, you will require running shoes for your race!) But the rest may depend on your past trials and … [Read more...]
Virtual Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend
Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend "It is with deepest pride and greatest pleasure that we welcome you to"... your RACE! - Snack on the best compilation of Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend posts in the World. From the most talented writers, runners, and influencers I have run into! - Disney Wine & Dine Half Weekend This runDisney contest feels... more grownup. Why? Adult treats at the Disney Wine & Dine Festival Holiday decorations and tastes introduced in lounges and … [Read more...]