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All new Dopey Challenge Among Dizzying Enhancements for 2014 WDW Marathon Weekend

Erin B — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 21:00:06 +0000

Four-race challenge will produce six-medal opportunity for runners; New Walt Disney World 10K expands weekend event to five days; popular Runner’s World Challenge returns After celebrating its 20th anniversary earlier this year, the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by Cigna is getting even bigger next year and is offering runners another challenge that will

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Disney Cruise Castaway Cay 5K

PixieLesley — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000

If you are going on a Disney Cruise in the future and have a runner in your family or have always wanted to run a fun Disney 5k as a personal goal then the Castaway 5k is a PERFECT option for you. My husband Tim is not a big runner but wanted to run the

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Taking the Plunge…RunDisney!

Ashley — Sat, 01 Sep 2012 16:00:52 +0000

If you decided to read on, perhaps you’ve been intrigued by the hype surrounding RunDisney. Maybe you’ve seen ads, emails, photos, and videos promoting RunDisney events and in the back of your mind, you’ve always said, “maybe one day!”. Maybe you’ve thought that for like about 5 seconds before you come to your senses and

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Marathon Training – Fuel Your Run

Jenn — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 19:00:11 +0000

Talking to a friend who has been sick for several days, she mentioned that her doctors told her the sickness probably hit her harder than it should have because she had been dehydrated from her running and exercise regiment. This conversation reminded me of a woman I met in a yoga class who bragged that

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Addicted to runDisney

Jenn — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 19:00:57 +0000

Since the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend in January when I ran the 5k and was a spectator for the half marathon, I haven’t done much running. No guilt here – I was 6 months pregnant for Marathon Weekend and continuing running to that point was a huge accomplishment, especially from who I was in

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Gettin’ Your Sweat On – Where To Workout at WDW

Catie — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 19:00:23 +0000

Workout? While on VACATION? To many of us, this may seem crazy, an unheard of proposition, after all, a vacation means getting to relax and do what you don’t normally get to do (like skipping the gym!). But, for those of us who like to keep up with our fitness routine even when away from

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Running through the World – No Pressure!

Jenn — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:00:38 +0000

If you’ve read my previous posts about running around the world and marathon training and still don’t consider yourself athletic enough to try, I highly recommend considering running in one of runDisney’s Family Fun 5k’s. When planning ahead for the just past 2012 WDW Marathon Weekend, I knew that I would be 25 weeks pregnant

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Disney Marathon Training – Final Race Preparations

Jenn — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 22:00:19 +0000

With Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend right around the corner, runners all around the world are finishing up their training and getting ready to start packing. Marathon Weekend officially begins on Thursday, January 5th, 2012, with the opening of the marathon expo and the races begin Friday morning with the 5k and first day of

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Running out of time to Run!

Jenn — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 19:00:03 +0000

It’s now less than a month away from the Walt Disney World Marathon weekend 2012, and unlike the inaugural Tinkerbell Half Marathon at Disneyland, the Walt Disney World weekend still has a few available spots! If you’re a runner or are considering becoming a runner, Walt Disney World is a great place to start racing.

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Get Active with Chip&Co / Tips from the Disney Diva!

DisneyDiva — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 20:30:57 +0000

So here you are… You’re sitting at your computer soaking up your daily dose of Disney Addiction (which we are grateful for, don’t get me wrong), wishing you could meet me (the Disney Diva) and and Chip cause we are just soooo cool…ok well maybe just me, The Diva. (ha!) Well, have I got an

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Top 10 Reasons to RunDisney

Jenn — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 19:00:59 +0000

Running is a passion shared by all runners. There is something about the exhilaration you feel when your running. For those who don’t run here are my top 10 reasons to Run Disney! 10. Improve your Health: Whether you’re athletic or not, training for a race, from 5k to full marathon (or even the Goofy

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Marathon Training – Getting the Family Involved

Jenn — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 02:00:23 +0000

One of the best aspects of training for a big race is getting your family/friends involved. For me, I convinced my husband to train with me. Of course, with a child under 1 at home, that meant that we trained on similar schedules, but on different days so neither of us had to push a

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Marathon Training – The Expo

Jenn — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 23:00:33 +0000

The start of Marathon weekend and all of the other race weekend’s at Walt Disney World and the Disneyland Resort is possibly the biggest and most comprehensive store on property. No, not the World of Disney at Downtown Disney – Disney’s Health and Fitness Expo. Located at the ESPN Wide World of Sports (buses available

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Disney World Marathon Training – Runner Question

Jenn — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 15:00:36 +0000

Cheryl asked: We’re running in the WDW Half Marathon 2012 and aren’t sure how to plan our trip. Should we fly down early and visit the parks, or stay after and visit then? Is it better to be at Disney before or after marathon weekend? Cheryl, I’m glad you asked! This is a great question

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Disney Marathon Training – Beating the Heat

Jenn — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 13:00:09 +0000

If you’re registered for any of the upcoming Disney races – Disneyland’s Half Marathon in September, the WDW Wine and Dine Half Marathon in October, or WDW Marathon Weekend in January, you may be finding motivation difficult in the summer heat. For those of you, like me, that don’t enjoy running on a treadmill, there

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Marathon Training – Running Teams

Jenn — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 17:00:24 +0000

If you’re already in training and signed up for a Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort Race, you may consider joining a running team. There are dozens of options out there, and for me, they make the race even that much more special. Running teams aren’t necessarily for competition; often times, running teams help raise

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Walt Disney World Marathon Tips and Tricks: Don’t Leave Your Camera

Jenn — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 15:30:48 +0000

I’m proudly a “back of the pack” runner, so this tip may not be for everyone. When I’m running, I’m out there to improve my own personal well being, not to be competitive and win races. Though I do like to improve on my own personal records, there are certain races that I’m okay with

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RunDisney – Beyond the Runner’s High

Jenn — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 20:30:42 +0000

Completing your first race, whether you are running a 5k or the Goofy Challenge (yes, it does happen), is a huge accomplishment. Many runners will finish a race and feel a huge sense of accomplishment and what is known as a “runner’s high. “ Endorphins that are triggered by such strenuous exercise can make even

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runDisney New Race

Jenn — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 16:00:03 +0000

RunDisney announced this afternoon on their facebook page that they will soon be announcing the newest runDisney race. They left us with a ‘riddle’: There’s a new runDisney race we wanted you to know about. We’re very excited and we hope you’ll run with us. Before long, we’ll let everyone know the theme of our

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Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend – Registration is Now Open!

Jenn — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 21:00:42 +0000

Disney Wine& Dine Half Marathon Weekend Setpember 30- October 1, 2011 Imagine running through the Disney Parks – at night! You’ll race under the stars and enjoy world class Disney entertainment all along the way. The highlight of your dream run? A special Epcot® afterparty! Registration is now open for the Half Marathon, Relay, 5K,

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