As runners await the latest runDisney registration updates and new on-sale calendars, let's think wardrobe. Whether you are princess-leaning or stormtrooper trending, half the fun of a Disney contest is becoming an active piece of their storytelling. As we approach the 30th anniversary of a Disney beloved under the sea classic, here's our recommendation for what to wear to runDisney; take the plunge with our The Little Mermaid costume. ** I am an Amazon Influencer. No other affiliate links are used in this post. As always, I tells 'em likes … [Read more...]
What All Runners Need to Know About the runDisney Medical Team
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...]
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...]
Jeff Galloway 2017/2018 Running Event Guide
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...]