Out of all 4 of the races I did during Dopey Challenge weekend, I think the half marathon was in many ways the most challenging. It came after two days of racing and getting up early, it was much warmer than the previous two mornings, and it was also a mental challenge. I knew […]
Disney World marathon 2020 recap
I did it!! I not only ran my second full marathon, I did it as part of the Dopey Challenge AND beat my previous marathon time by over 50 minutes. The Disney World marathon was overall a great, magical experience. There are definitely plenty of parts of running the marathon that are tough, but I’m […]
Disney news, rumors, and round up: November 2019
It’s November, which means Disney is transitioning from their Halloween activities to the Christmas activities! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party starts on November 8th, while other Christmas events and decorations will come closer to Thanksgiving. Epcot Food and Wine Festival is going later than ever this year, running through November 23rd. I’m ready to get […]
Best Disney soundtracks to listen to while you run
Today please help me welcome guest post author Clayton, a fan of Disney and all amusement parks! He has prepared an article about the best Disney music to listen to when you run – you know I’m a fan of this playlist! You’ve prepared for your run. You’ve done some gentle stretches and you’ve decided […]
Dopey Challenge Training – Week 8
I have embarked on a bit of a crazy quest to run the Dopey Challenge in 2020. It’s in Walt Disney World in January 2020 and takes place over 4 consecutive days of a 5k, 10k, half marathon, and full marathon. I’m trying to document my training weekly to help keep me on track! I […]
Dopey challenge training – week 5
I have embarked on a bit of a crazy quest to run the Dopey Challenge in 2020. It’s in Walt Disney World in January 2020 and takes place over 4 consecutive days of a 5k, 10k, half marathon, and full marathon. I’m trying to document my training weekly to help keep me on track! I […]
Disney news, rumors, and round-up: August 2019
Once again exciting things will be happening this month! Galaxy’s Edge will finally open in Disney World in Florida (it’s been open in Disneyland since June). Cast member previews have started, annual passholder previews will be in the middle of the month (I’ll be there on August 19th!) and then the grand opening is August […]
Dopey Challenge training – week 3
I have embarked on a bit of a crazy quest to run the Dopey Challenge in 2020. It’s in Walt Disney World in January 2020 and takes place over 4 consecutive days of a 5k, 10k, half marathon, and full marathon. I’m trying to document my training weekly to help keep me on track! I […]
Dopey Challenge training – week 1
If you follow me on social media, you might know that a few months ago I signed up to run the “Dopey Challenge.” That’s in January and it’s 4 consecutive days of a 5k, 10k, half marathon, and full marathon. I might be crazy but I am at least going to train hard for it! […]
How to make an Elsa running costume
With registration for next year’s Princess races opening soon (annual passholders can register today, and general public can register on Tuesday), it seemed like a good time to share my Elsa running costume! I knew I wanted to do Elsa for one of my races this year, so I selected her for the Enchanted 10k. […]