'The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 10-Miler Weekend'

melflip8

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mel flip - No flaking on us , like tom hanks in the league oif their own , " there s no crying in baseball" , so we are here to motaive you and help you.. , we are a big runing family here!:)

You guys are all so nice! :) I'm not flaking this time, don't worry! Off to bed for me so that I can run my long day tomorrow am! Good luck with your long runs everyone!
 

enchanted_belle

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So I switched from Galloway's ToT plan (I missed a couple weeks due to life stuff), to his marathon plan which still has 10 miles at our race.... But I am sooo not going outside today to run! It's already almost 100 degrees out, and is gonna get hotter today. So I'll switch my "long" run (only 3 miles this week) to tomorrow. :) hope everyone has better luck training today!
 

wilkeliza

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So I switched from Galloway's ToT plan (I missed a couple weeks due to life stuff), to his marathon plan which still has 10 miles at our race.... But I am sooo not going outside today to run! It's already almost 100 degrees out, and is gonna get hotter today. So I'll switch my "long" run (only 3 miles this week) to tomorrow. :) hope everyone has better luck training today!

Is the 3 mile only if you switch to the marathon plan or is it also what was showing for the 10 miler? I may switch this weekend and next because of the heat and do the 3 miles this week and then next week do 5 with one being a at race mile pace.
 

Runnin'Gator

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Is anyone else using Hal Higdon's plan? I've been using his Novice Plan for a 15k/10miler...I was not too sure about the ONLY 30 minute runs Tuesday and Thursday's on Galloways?
http://www.halhigdon.com/training/51127/15-K-Training-Guide-Novice-Program

FYI...I'm not a running expert, have always flaked on these races (I backed out of 2 prior Disney Races, both Half Marathons) and I am TERRIFIED to run this and get swept up. I've not been making a TON of progress, but I'm way farther ahead of where I used to be. At least i'm trying, right?!

Don't worry about getting swept up. You don't have to be a blazer and adrenaline takes over while you're out there.
 

melflip8

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Don't worry about getting swept up. You don't have to be a blazer and adrenaline takes over while you're out there.

Haha, thanks! I don't know why it scares me so much, but yeah...I had a lot of adrenaline in the Expedition Everest Challenge and didn't get swept there so, hopefully I'll be fine!

I went to UF, if that is what Gator stands for in your name...GOOO Gators! :)
 

melflip8

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Is the 3 mile only if you switch to the marathon plan or is it also what was showing for the 10 miler? I may switch this weekend and next because of the heat and do the 3 miles this week and then next week do 5 with one being a at race mile pace.

I tried to do my long run at 7:30pm on a treadmill at the gym, but it was CLOSED! Ugh, I'm going to attempt 5 miles on the road early tomorrow am! Hope your 3 mile today went well!
 

wilkeliza

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I tried to do my long run at 7:30pm on a treadmill at the gym, but it was CLOSED! Ugh, I'm going to attempt 5 miles on the road early tomorrow am! Hope your 3 mile today went well!

I'm actually doing my long run tomorrow as well. I can't do treadmill runs. I've done two now and only go half the distance as I do on the open rode. The heat is killing me right now since I'm working 8 hour shifts at work and then trying to get home and nap then run. By the time it is at an ok temperature to run it is almost bed time for me. I wish NYC was one of those places I felt comfortable out alone at any time of night but it really isn't.

Lucky for me the boyfriend wants to join for my run tomorrow so we will see how it goes. Even if I don't do the full thing I think at least a 30 minute run is necessary to keep things good.
 

Runnin'Gator

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Haha, thanks! I don't know why it scares me so much, but yeah...I had a lot of adrenaline in the Expedition Everest Challenge and didn't get swept there so, hopefully I'll be fine!

I went to UF, if that is what Gator stands for in your name...GOOO Gators! :)

Go Gators! :) c/o 2003

As long as you stick to your training and you go into the race fit enough that adrenaline will kick in. My first half was the Wine and Dine last year and I had really struggled in my long runs leading up to the race. But you know what running in Florida in August and September is like. I got to the race, paced my friend for a few miles then took off. I was hoping to make it to mile 9 before needing a rest but I pushed on to the end. Running with others makes a huge difference.
 

melflip8

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Go Gators! :) c/o 2003

As long as you stick to your training and you go into the race fit enough that adrenaline will kick in. My first half was the Wine and Dine last year and I had really struggled in my long runs leading up to the race. But you know what running in Florida in August and September is like. I got to the race, paced my friend for a few miles then took off. I was hoping to make it to mile 9 before needing a rest but I pushed on to the end. Running with others makes a huge difference.

Yayy! I'm c/o 2006 and then c/o 2008 (Master's) plus we were winning sports, so I wanted to stay, haha! Yeah, I had a good rush at the last Disney 5k I ran, but I've never ran this far before. You are doing the TOT 10 Miler, I assume?

Congrats on your first Wine and Dine half, I was debating doing it this year, but I think I am going to stay where I am at.

I had to run today on a treadmill it has been ridiculous out. I may as well have a snorkel its so humid out. Blah!
 

Runnin'Gator

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Yayy! I'm c/o 2006 and then c/o 2008 (Master's) plus we were winning sports, so I wanted to stay, haha! Yeah, I had a good rush at the last Disney 5k I ran, but I've never ran this far before. You are doing the TOT 10 Miler, I assume?

Congrats on your first Wine and Dine half, I was debating doing it this year, but I think I am going to stay where I am at.

I had to run today on a treadmill it has been ridiculous out. I may as well have a snorkel its so humid out. Blah!

Unfortunately I was already out of Gainesville for those years.

I am signed up for the Tower of Terror, Wine and Dine, and the marathon. The marathon was one of those hey why nots? I think I'm going to end up paying for that.

Just keep up those workouts. With any luck we'll get a little cooler weather coming through here the night of the ToT. Last year, the night of the Wine and Dine was the first night we got any cool weather. It was a huge difference from the previous night.

I'm trying to save my knees so I went for a long bike ride today.
 

joel_maxwell

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So I switched from Galloway's ToT plan (I missed a couple weeks due to life stuff), to his marathon plan which still has 10 miles at our race.... But I am sooo not going outside today to run! It's already almost 100 degrees out, and is gonna get hotter today. So I'll switch my "long" run (only 3 miles this week) to tomorrow. :) hope everyone has better luck training today!
I used the Galloway plan once and I dont think it prepared me like I wish it would have. I never missed a run. Never do. Compared to the Hal Higdon material, I think Jeff's schedule is good for the casual "I just want to finish" runner, but if you are looking to mildly improve and shoot for a faster time, to me the Galloway plan wasnt good for that.

I think the mild middle of the week stuff and the big Saturdays didnt work for me. I like longer middle of the week stuff and long Saturdays, but not all the mileage gained on Saturday.

Different strokes for everyone. Find what works for you, that is all that matters. I just thought Id pass along my review.
 

enchanted_belle

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I used the Galloway plan once and I dont think it prepared me like I wish it would have. I never missed a run. Never do. Compared to the Hal Higdon material, I think Jeff's schedule is good for the casual "I just want to finish" runner, but if you are looking to mildly improve and shoot for a faster time, to me the Galloway plan wasnt good for that.

I think the mild middle of the week stuff and the big Saturdays didnt work for me. I like longer middle of the week stuff and long Saturdays, but not all the mileage gained on Saturday.

Different strokes for everyone. Find what works for you, that is all that matters. I just thought Id pass along my review.

Well, I'm not going to lie... I am still in the casual runner stage lol. I started in January with not being able to run more than 1/2 a mile during a workout, so I feel that for my first big races Galloway could be helpful?

I'm going to look at Hal again and see how his schedule fits in life, maybe I can figure something between the two that works.

I do agree that it would be more beneficial to have not all the mileage be on the weekends though... good point, Joel! :)
 

Katherine

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I'm also going to give a shout out for Hal Higdon's plans!

There are lots to choose from and it's easy to swap around the days to fit your schedule. He even states to use it as a template and then change it according to your life. I have used his plans to prepare me for 4 halfs and 2 full marathons and it definitely prepared me well.

Can't wait until the ToT race!
 

Ariel484

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I know Shannon is a big advocate of Hal and she used his for her trainings. I've looked into his, but Galloway kinda fits my over-busy life a bit better...

Yes, I am a Hal fangirl! ;)

But I did use a Galloway plan for my first half (the 2011 Princess Half) and it got me to the finish line just fine...I just like Higdon better.
 

Ariel484

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I used the Galloway plan once and I dont think it prepared me like I wish it would have. I never missed a run. Never do. Compared to the Hal Higdon material, I think Jeff's schedule is good for the casual "I just want to finish" runner, but if you are looking to mildly improve and shoot for a faster time, to me the Galloway plan wasnt good for that.

I think the mild middle of the week stuff and the big Saturdays didnt work for me. I like longer middle of the week stuff and long Saturdays, but not all the mileage gained on Saturday.

Different strokes for everyone. Find what works for you, that is all that matters. I just thought Id pass along my review.

You took the words right out of my mouth! I totally could've written this post, especially the bolded part. I really can't wrap my head around his long run schedule for marathon training. It seems like a lot to me (26-mile long run?! :eek: ). I do think his 10-miler/half marathon plans are great for wanting to finish your first longer race, but beyond that I like Higdon better.
 

joel_maxwell

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Well, I'm not going to lie... I am still in the casual runner stage lol. I started in January with not being able to run more than 1/2 a mile during a workout, so I feel that for my first big races Galloway could be helpful?

I'm going to look at Hal again and see how his schedule fits in life, maybe I can figure something between the two that works.

I do agree that it would be more beneficial to have not all the mileage be on the weekends though... good point, Joel! :)
I would stick with Galloway if you are this early in running. The walk method will really benefit you. I was a little more advanced to do that, I tried it and it really held me back. Again, that was just for me and I had been running for about 10 months straight.

Dont change now, but do a different schedule next time and see how you like it better. Granted, you will be more skilled, so the next schedule will appear to be easier, but I think you will really be able to make a educated decision.


I'm also going to give a shout out for Hal Higdon's plans!

There are lots to choose from and it's easy to swap around the days to fit your schedule. He even states to use it as a template and then change it according to your life. I have used his plans to prepare me for 4 halfs and 2 full marathons and it definitely prepared me well.

Can't wait until the ToT race!
Yes, I like to add some mileage here, take a mile or two away there but still keep the same weekly distance. I ran my first Full on my own terms and it kicked my , I ran my second word for word of what Hal said and it was night and day difference. He is the Man!

About 30 days out, we will start coordinating the "Meet" before the event.
 

joel_maxwell

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You took the words right out of my mouth! I totally could've written this post, especially the bolded part. I really can't wrap my head around his long run schedule for marathon training. It seems like a lot to me (26-mile long run?! :eek: ). I do think his 10-miler/half marathon plans are great for wanting to finish your first longer race, but beyond that I like Higdon better.
Isnt there a 29 mile day on one of the Saturdays. That is rediculous if you are wanting to achieve 26.2. Longest I ran last winter was a solid 21.5. That combo'd with the great middle of the week work, I rocked that marathon. 29 miles isnt smart from an injury standpoint if you arent use to running that much distance during the week. That was another deal breaker for me.
 

Ariel484

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Isnt there a 29 mile day on one of the Saturdays. That is rediculous if you are wanting to achieve 26.2. Longest I ran last winter was a solid 21.5. That combo'd with the great middle of the week work, I rocked that marathon. 29 miles isnt smart from an injury standpoint if you arent use to running that much distance during the week. That was another deal breaker for me.

:eek: 29?! Yikes, the one I was looking at had a 23- and 26-miler, and even THAT was too much for me. The injury thing you bring up is what really gets me...maybe that's how he justifies the two 30-45 minute weekday runs, so that you can recover from the weekend.

I know part of the reasoning behind those super long runs is getting used to being on your feet that long (but THAT is why you do a 20-22 miler at slower than race pace!! :confused: ) and getting you confident that you actually can tackle the distance (but the 20-22 miler also does that! :confused: )...eh, I don't know.

Okay, I see it now - the 29-miler on December 15 in the Time Improvement plan. I was looking at the total beginner plan (which is the one I was considering using to train for the 2012 WDW Marathon). I mean...I don't know. I'm sure it's fine for some people, and when I was using his half plan for my first half I really liked having a long run one weekend, then a 3-miler the next, etc...I guess my preferences have changed since then. I used Higdon's Novice Supreme for the 2012 WDW Half and actually didn't get the 20-miler in thanks to the weather, so I maxed out at 18 and felt really good during the race. Of course, I'm one of those runners that stops to take a picture at every mile marker and meets almost every character, so that may have had something to do with it! :D ;)
 

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