Incredible(s)! Headed to the upcoming the next runDisney contest? Yup, that's pretty Incredible. Don't forget to stretch for your half marathon! If you want to showcase your most Incredible self, Cigna has a well-developed, smart program of training tips to share. As a longstanding physical therapist (and now with a doctorate!), these evidence-based techniques have caught my attention. Young or old, elite runner or beginner walker, there is something here for you. Stretch for a Half Marathon? While the debate to stretch or not to stretch, … [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...]
Jeff Galloway Enchanted Runner Race Recovery Tips
Anticipating a royal race weekend any time soon? If you are like me, you cannot wait for your next chance to run through Cinderella Castle! If you are in need of some princely advice, Olympian Jeff Galloway (and runDisney training program guru) is your guy! He has some tried-and-true (42 years worth) tips for a more enchanted runner race recovery. Best Runner Race Recovery Tips When you get home: Soak your legs in a cool bath for 15 minutes to reduce inflammation. Walk around for 10 to 30 minutes, two or three times during the afternoon. … [Read more...]
Running Injury Free with Jeff Galloway
Running injury free? Is that possible?? As I touched on in the last installment of Jeff Galloway Blogger Tips (Osteoarthritis and Running: What Are the Facts?) for decades the medical community has approached long distance running with caution. I know this first-hand from my internship at New York City's Hospital for Special Surgery in 1978. The prevailing thinking was that knees and marathons were a bad mix. Don't forget, the "running craze" was just taking root. Running for recreation only became popular as Steve Prefontaine … [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...]