Avoiding the Roadblocks and Registering for the Wine and Dine Half Marathon!

runDisney's Wine and Dine  Half Marathon is a very intriguing race, and one that would be great for a first-time half marathoner!  For one, runDisney races are for everyone - not just elite runners; two, a night race gives you a completely different, magical perspective on the parks; three, you avoid the bright, Florida sun; and four, the After Party in Epcot until 4am can't be beat!

A large race like this one can seem daunting and full of road blocks in your mind.  But, here is how to avoid those obsticles and begin your journey to a memory of a lifetime!

1.  It all starts with registration
Registration for the Wine and Dine Half Marathon will be this Tuesday, March 17th, starting at 11 AM Central.   You can't run if you don't register!  Registration is simple and I have plenty of tips to help it go smoothly!

2.  Don't Doubt Yourself
If this is your first Half Marathon, you may not be ready to run 13.1 miles.  But that Is OK!  You will have 7 months to train.  Decide if you want run/walk or run, get a training plan, grab a buddy and start moving!  There will be days where it rains, you don't feel good, or family plans get it the way.  That is OK, too!  You just keep going and never doubt yourself !  I have Training Plan suggestions ready to go!

3. Plan for the Cost
Unfortunately, a race-vacation does cost more than going to a local race; and runDisney races are no different.  However, a great way to save money and still have all of the runDisney and Disney benefits is to choose the Value Resorts for your race weekend.  Most of the Value Resorts are host resorts for the Wine and Dine Weekend, and my family loves staying at the All Star Movies.  You really aren't going to spend a whole lot of time in the room, so choosing Value is a great way to participate in runDisney.   And remember to leave your travel worries to an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner:  their services are Free and you reap all the benefits!

4. Be Prepared for the Unexpected
I know you've heard of runners having bad experiences with weather.  But don't let that deter you! The weather is unpredictable and it could be hot, raining or freezing the day of the race.  As part of your training, incorporate alternative clothing into a run.  Don't buy something at the last minute and expect to be able to quickly adapt.  It's best to practice the unexpected before it happens and always be weather-wise!

There is no time like to present to start your runDisney tradition with the Wine and Dine Half Marathon!

What is holding you back?

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