SparkPeople 2012 Disney Princess Half-Marathon Team Messageboard

The Race

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 11:58:05 EST

So, now that we are all Princesses.....what did you think?

I personally, thought the Expo was great and that the race was very well ran. I had a great time running it and loved not having the PR pressure that I normally put on myself.

Good Luck

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20:06:55 EST

I know many of you are already here in FL or you will be soon.

I wanted to wish everyone a fun weekend.

I am looking forward to reading and living through your up coming blogs.

I will be thinking of y'all while wishing I was there with you ^_~.

HAVE FUN...I will continue to pray for good weather.
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So where is everyone staying?

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:23:44 EST

My friend and I are staying at All Star Music. I CAN'T WAIT!!!!

Taking Pictures

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:06:30 EST

Ok, let's face it - I do not plan on racing my normal race pace for the Princess. I am having fun and taking as many photo ops as possible! So, my question is how exactly do the photo ops work and do you bring your own camera? I am only guessing yes on the camera but are there lines for pics?
Thanks for any input.

Is Anyone Walking??

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:26:46 EST

I have been so excited for this race for so long that I am not going to miss it, despite being pregnant! 20 Needless to say, pregnancy was not on the agenda when I registered in July. I've been running intervals, but just walked 7 (freezing, hilly) miles on Monday, pushing my jogging stroller, and averaged a pace of 14:08 per mile. You have to average a 16 min. mile for the actual race, so if I can do it walking, I may not push myself harder than I have to. I was just curious ...

We are almost THERE!!!!!!!

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:14:40 EST

Okay ladies!!! Are we excited yet or WHAT????? Just over a month and we'll be at Princess!!! Can I hear a WOOT WOOT?!?! LOL!!!!

In need of motivation? Read this....

Sun, 8 Jan 2012 13:35:46 EST

Works for me!

www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/01/08/ma
tias-ferreira-double-am_n_1192429.html

Trip all planned!

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:39:20 EST

Finally, after weeks of saving up my trip is paid in full!!! Plus, all the reservations are made at the restaurants that we (my friend Tracy and I) will be eating it. I have never eaten at any of the restaurants and I am so looking forward to experiencing Disney. I haven't been there since I was in my early 20's and I am 41 now.

Looking forward to this whole adventure!!!!

Galloway plan people question

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 11:56:11 EST

Hi all, I started his plan he has on the Disney site. On the second week I fell down a half of flight of stairs (I am OK now). I pulled muscles, bruised etc. I am just now feeling up to running but have missed 2 and a half weeks.

Is it realistic to think I can still do the race? I have run off and on for awhile but not consistently

Hilly course

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 10:30:56 EST

I have heard that this course is somewhat hilly. Anyone done it before? Are there quite a bit of hills? Just curious in case I need to incorporate hills in my training.

Thanks.

Fundraising?

Sun, 9 Oct 2011 09:53:29 EST

Hello! Is anyone doing a fundraiser for this race? I ran it last year (it was my first half!) and had so much fun - was thinking of TNT or one of the other teams for this year?
Any advice or past experience would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance.

Weather

Tue, 4 Oct 2011 08:36:03 EST

Okay ladies....let's talk weather. What is it realistically like in Orlando at the end of February? I've been to Orlando countless times over the years, but never at the end of February. I went in early January once and remember it being cool and having to wear a jacket and jeans.

Anyway, I'm putting my outfit together (important stuff! LOL) and want to make sure I generally plan correctly. Like if there is NO way a sleeveless top would work, then I won't even consider it. Though ...

Going for my 4th Tiara

Mon, 3 Oct 2011 10:13:13 EST

Its official registerd last night, had to beat the price increase again.....Waiting til the last minute last yr.

Tomorrow I start training, 21 wks til we run!

October Fitness Minutes

Sun, 2 Oct 2011 20:21:25 EST

Hello Princesses!

Your goal in October is to complete 1300 fitness minutes. So let get training!

What's your time goal?

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 18:55:57 EST

I just ran my first half last week in 2:47 min. my goal for that one was 2:40. I would like to improve it. I really would like to at least post 2:20. What's your goal?

Details, details, details...

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 16:08:46 EST

Okay, I'm starting to get more and more into the idea of doing this race. Now I just need to convince my best friend to do it with me and then figure out all the details. I've never done a half marathon before period, let alone a Disney race and I'm tripping on some things. All the veteran Princess-ers out these, please help!

1. Do you HAVE to stay on Disney property? I know they recommend it, but it is so much cheaper to stay some place else. If you stay off-property, what is the ...

How fast does registration fill up?

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 22:56:42 EST

I am not yet registered, but I so want to go! I am waiting on my personnel department to approve my leave and then I'll register. After that comes the booking of flights and hotel. I am trying to come from Seattle. Anyone know how fast they fill up?

2012 Princess Newbie - Love a running partner

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:48:10 EST

Hey everyone!! I am running the 2012 Princess Half Marathon (my first!) and I am super excited (and nervous!!) - - Currently I am at a 16 minute mile pace...but I am getting back in after a foot injury, so I have time to build that up :)

I ran the Princess 5K last year - - My time stunk - BUT I stopped for pictures and to visit (LOL)

I will be walking the 5K this year (is anyone else). My friend's family is doing it and I said I would go with them. Granted will not b...

Disney Princess HM~ 2 Person Team Question

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:51:22 EST

For the Disney Princess HM, it says you can run on a 2 person team...does that mean you each only run 6.5 miles or you run the whole race (13.1) together?

No Turning Back Now....flights are booked

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 11:04:27 EST

Woo hoo! I just booked my flights to Orlando! Air Tran was having a great deal on the tix so I jumped on those!

How is everyone doing?

Disney World Trivia - July 15th

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 10:35:07 EST

When is Mickey Mouse's birthday?

First correct answer gets a SparkGoodie!

Disney World Trivia - July 5th

Tue, 5 Jul 2011 10:43:28 EST

What are the names of the four trains at Walt Disney World?

First correct answer gets a sparkgoodie!

Need a running partner for the race!

Sat, 2 Jul 2011 22:48:51 EST

I just started running in January and this will be my first half marathon. I currently am running about a 13 -14 minute mile. I am looking for a running partner that will run it with me, I dont want to run it alone! Im super excited! Let me know if anyone is interested!

Leaving the group

Sat, 2 Jul 2011 07:51:15 EST

I am sorry I have to leave the group. I am having a hard time with my hamstring still. Just when I thought it was getting better things get weird. I can not afford a trip back to the dr because I know he will want to do an MRI.

My hamstring started going cold when I sit for a long time. Which makes it hard for me to blog, post, cruise...just sit in front of the computer for more than 5min. I am doing my best to get fit. I did hit the treadmill for the first time in months. ...

Disney World Trivia - July 1st

Fri, 1 Jul 2011 15:23:24 EST

Ok. Just for fun.

How many miles is the monorail system at Disney World?

First correct answer gets a SparkGoodie!

Let's Play Tag! - July

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:27:41 EST

Remember how much fun tag used to be?

Tag your it. DARE the next person to post to DO something!!

For example, tell the person above you to drink 1 glass of water now, or do 20 wall pushups as soon as they read this. You get the idea! After you do the dare, post that you did it and dare the next person. I'll start:

I DARE the next person to do 20 lunges!

Come on get busy...your it!

July Fitness Minutes Challenge

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:18:23 EST

I challenge each of the Princesses-in-training to accomplish 1,400 fitness minutes in July.

Go to the bottom of the team page and click "Join Goal" and start tracking. The fitness minutes leaders each week will get a SparkGoodie!

You can also let us know how you are doing on this thread.

Let's get moving!

Which Princess are you?

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 09:23:55 EST

I know you have to pick your favorite princess when you register? This actually became a topic of conversation at work yesterday. My co-workers were debating which princess I should choose. I think it is down to three. Belle, Jasmine, and Mulan.

So, what princess are you picking?

Registering for the 2012 Half Marathon

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 22:35:59 EST

When does registration open? Anyone know? My flight is alreaady booked. I am so excited!

Costumes

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 10:30:05 EST

Let's bring this team back to life ladies! :) I'm new around here...so I can talk smack like that I guess. LOL!

So costume ideas? Who has them? It is NEVER too early to think about this. Because we all know that you should never run in something new....so we need to plan ahead.

I'm sure around Halloween time will be great to pick up pieces here and there.

I sweat like a maniac when I run....so I think I'll need to really think this all through. A princess wit...

June 26-30 Challenge

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 11:11:02 EST

It’s a Small World represents over 100 nations. And has a song you can't get out of your head.

Your challenge is to rack up 100 fitness minutes by June 30th!

Let's finish the month strong!

June 19-25 Challenge

Sun, 19 Jun 2011 22:00:05 EST

Splash Mountain has a 5-story drop over the mountain. (And is my favorite ride at the Magic Kingdom)

Your challenge this week is to do 5-days of at least 30-minutes of cardio.

Let's get moving Princesses!

June 12 - 18 Challenge

Sun, 12 Jun 2011 08:44:13 EST

Space Mountain is 183 feet high (and a lot of fun!)

Your challenge this week is to accumulate 183 minutes of cardio.

Let's burn those calories Princesses!

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Challenge June 5 - June 11

Sun, 5 Jun 2011 09:15:26 EST

Did you know that the Mad Tea Party ride last 90 seconds? Your challenge this week is to do at least 90 minutes of strength training.

Let's get those muscles pumped up!

Have a great week!

June Mileage Challenge

Wed, 1 Jun 2011 09:34:55 EST

OK Princesses! We are trying for 45 miles this month!

You can do it!

Challenge June 1 - June 4

Wed, 1 Jun 2011 09:34:12 EST

Did you know that the Magic Kingdom has a 125 acre parking lot? Your challenge is to rack up 125 fitness minutes by June 4th! (Saturday)

Post your progress here!

May 31st Daily Challenge - June Goals

Tue, 31 May 2011 09:36:05 EST

Hello Princesses! Sorry about not posting over the weekend. Time was getting away from me.

Today's goal is to make your personal goals for June. Time to reflect on May and decide what you want to accomplish in the next month.

SparkGoodies for whoever shares their June goals!

May 27th Daily Challenge

Fri, 27 May 2011 09:45:45 EST

Our challenge today is OPEN EXERCISE. The type of exercise(s), duration, and intensity are left up to you. The goal is to MOVE YOUR BODY and either BURN CALORIES or BUILD MUSCLE.

May 26th Daily Challenge

Thu, 26 May 2011 10:57:24 EST

Our challenge today: WATCH YOUR SODIUM INTAKE!!!

How much sodium should you try to consume daily? Shoot for 2,300 mg or less of sodium a day if you're a healthy adult. Consider that just one teaspoon of table salt has 2,325 milligrams (mg) of sodium.

Remember that many PROCESSED foods are full of salt. Watch out for:

*Pre-packaged meals (i.e. diet meals, etc.)
*Canned meat, vegetables, and soups
*Condiments (i.e. soy sauce, salad dressing, etc.)
...

May 25th Daily Challenge

Wed, 25 May 2011 09:44:26 EST

Our challenge today is to WORK OUR ARMS. This is a great time to do some push-ups, plank, or bring out the weights. Try to get in AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENT ARM EXERCISES. Check back in later with what exercises you accomplished. YOU CAN DO THIS!

May 24th Daily Challenge

Tue, 24 May 2011 09:19:14 EST

Our challenge today is to BURN 250 CALORIES THROUGH CARDIO EXERCISE. Time to put on your walking shoes, or pop in an exercise DVD, or head to the gym, or kick a ball around the yard with the kids. YOU CAN DO THIS!!!

Have a great day!

May 23rd Daily Challenge

Mon, 23 May 2011 09:49:16 EST

Happy Monday to you!

Our challenge today is to WORK OUR LEGS!

You choose how, but give those legs a workout today!

First week down!!

Fri, 20 May 2011 11:55:12 EST

I got this app for my iphone called C25K and completed the first week!! It consisted of 60 seconds of run and 90 seconds of walking for 20 minutes. However the program does a three day week, but you can repeat your days. I've ran every day except yesterday, and today had to cut it short due to a thunderstorm lol. I want to do more, but when I got home today my shins were screaming, and I'm kind of worried about that. I've always had shin splits, but since I've tried out the Vibrams they haven...

May 20th Daily Challenge

Fri, 20 May 2011 10:20:59 EST

Your challenge today is to do:

*25 Crunches
*10 Push-Ups

Feel free to modify these to fit your fitness level (i.e. using a weighted vest or reverse crunches -OR- military or bent knee push-ups).

We can do it!

May 19th Daily Challenge

Thu, 19 May 2011 09:45:12 EST

Good Morning Princesses!

Our challenge today is to EXERCISE. The intensity and duration are up to you. All I ask is that you move your body and have fun.

Have a great day!

May 18th Daily Challenge

Wed, 18 May 2011 09:39:49 EST

Today, we are going to push ourselves over the "hump-day".

Today is the day to push ourselves just a bit more.

Strength Training:

*Can you add a bit more weight to your workout?
*Can you do an extra round of reps?
*Can you move up to the next level in difficulty?

Cardio:

*Can you go a bit faster?
*Can you go a bit longer?
*Can you take a different route or class that will push you harder than normal?

We ne...

May 17th Daily Challenge

Tue, 17 May 2011 09:28:23 EST

Our challenge today is to STAY WITHIN OUR CALORIE LIMIT. The best way to do this is to measure all that you eat/drink, plan ahead, and be honest with yourself.

I've started to notice that many restaurants are posting their menus online. This is a FANTASTIC WAY to plan ahead with your meals. Knowing exactly what you will order BEFORE going out to eat can keep you on track.

Good Luck Princesses!

May 16th Daily Challenge

Mon, 16 May 2011 09:34:11 EST

Happy Monday Princesses!

Our challenge today is to pay attention to serving sizes, read labels, measure bulk items, and COUNT EVERYTHING THAT YOU CONSUME. Many of us have been on this journey of healthy eating for a while, and we stop measuring our foods. We "eye-ball" a serving, and guess that it is right. Today, pay more attention to a proper serving size.

Let us know how you do!

May 15th Daily Challenge

Sun, 15 May 2011 10:16:03 EST

Sorry I missed posting a challenge yesterday. I was having problems with my internet yesterday morning.

Your challenge today is to SAY HELLO TO (3) THREE OF YOUR SPARK FRIENDS. Go to your Sparkpage and find 3 of your friends that you haven't said hello to in a while. Check on them. Send them a note of encouragement. These are the people that want to see you succeed. They might need encouragement as well.

Sparkgoodies for everyone who completes today's challenge.

May 13th Daily Challenge

Fri, 13 May 2011 09:54:50 EST

Happy Friday the 13th!

Our challenge today is to EXERCISE. The intensity and duration are up to you. All I ask is that you move your body and have fun.

Sparkgoodies for all who check in with their exercise!

May 12th Daily Challenge

Thu, 12 May 2011 09:43:02 EST

May 11th Daily Challenge

Wed, 11 May 2011 09:25:27 EST

Happy Wednesday Princesses!

Your challenge today is to POST AT LEAST 3 POSITIVE HUDDLE MESSAGES ON 3 DIFFERENT COMMUNITY TEAMS YOU BELONG TO. Let's encourage ALL of Sparkpeople today with some positive energy. WE CAN DO IT!

Sparkgoodies for everyone who completes today's challenge!

May 10th Daily Challenge

Tue, 10 May 2011 09:23:42 EST

Happy Tuesday Princesses!

We all have them. We set them aside, or put them on our To Do list. They nag us when we see/think of them. What are they? CHORES. Those activities that we need to get to, but keep pushing off. Guess what, Team? TODAY is the day to tackle those items!

Our challenge today is to DO ITEMS THAT YOU HAVE BEEN PUTTING OFF. Some things could be:

*Sorting through junk mail
*Paying bills
*Grocery Shopping
*Organizing your desk, p...

May 9th Daily Challenge

Mon, 9 May 2011 10:01:52 EST

Our challenge for today is to take it outside. Try to do an outside exercise activity today. Sparkgoodies for all team members who let us know what outside activity they did today!

Have a great Monday!

May 8th Daily Challenge

Sun, 8 May 2011 12:40:29 EST

Our challenge today is to take the day and pamper ourselves. Sparkgoodies if you let us knwo what you did.

Happy Mother's Day!

May 7th Daily Challenge

Sat, 7 May 2011 09:56:21 EST

Happy Saturday to you!

We all have areas that we KNOW we could work harder in. You finish up your day, and you think: "I really should have done more......"

Our challenge today is to CHALLENGE YOURSELF. Find 1-3 areas where YOU need to work harder. They could be:

*Drinking more water
*Making time for yourself
*Properly measuring foods
*Getting in at least 30 minutes of cardio exercise
*Spending time with your family
*Getting in more fr...

May 6th Daily Challenge

Fri, 6 May 2011 10:05:35 EST

Today I want all of us to burn at least 350 calories through cardio! Sparkgoodies to whoever feels the burn! So, let's get moving!

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May 5th Daily Challenge

Thu, 5 May 2011 09:52:54 EST

Happy Thursday Princesses!

Your challenge today is to WRITE ON YOUR SPARK BLOG. What's on your mind lately? How are things going with your weight loss, HM training, exercise, and general outlook? One of the great things about writing on your blog is that it is therapeutic. It feels great to get things off your chest. Not only that, some folks may feel exactly the same way, or they may be able to help you through a rough spot.

Sparkgoodies to every team member that posts...

May 4th Daily Challenge

Wed, 4 May 2011 09:37:12 EST

Good Morning Princesses!

Today, we are all going to eat 5 SERVINGS OF FRUIT OR VEGETABLES!! Sparkgoodies to whoever gets in all their servings!

I made myself a fruit smoothie this morning to start my day off.

Let's make it a great day!

May 3rd Daily Challenge

Tue, 3 May 2011 09:14:15 EST

Happy Tuesday Princesses!

Your challenge today is to WORK YOUR CORE MUSCLES. Great ways to do this are:

*Use gym equipment that focus on this area
*Exercise with a stability ball
*Do Pilates
*Find an exercise DVD that focuses on this area
*Use resistance bands or weights while doing ab/side/back work

Have a great day!

Michelle

May 2nd Daily Challenge

Mon, 2 May 2011 09:51:18 EST

Good Morning!

Today, I want us all to aim for earning 50 Sparkpoints. Let us know you total. A sparkgoodie goes to the team member with the highest total.

Make it a great Monday!

May 1st Daily Challenge

Sun, 1 May 2011 10:05:09 EST

Happy Sunday Princesses!

Our challenge today is to DRINK AT LEAST 8 GLASSES OF WATER. The temperatures are rising. Make sure to stay hydrated.

Post here to let us know when you accomplished this goal.

Have a great day!
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May Mileage Challenge

Sun, 1 May 2011 10:02:22 EST

Ok Princess! We are going to push it again this month. We are going to aim for running/walking 45 miles in May!

We can do it!

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April Week 4 Challenge: Mulan Challenge

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 16:58:46 EST

This week's challenge...channel Mulan. She kicked butt and wouldn't let anything stop her reaching her goals.

I want us all to add at least two cross training sessions to our run training this week. Let's go team!

First Marathon For Me...vacation before or after?

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 15:19:47 EST

Hi!

I am excited to be part of this group and look forward to all of us crossing the finish line. This will be my first marathon and I am very excited! We are planning a vacation at the parks, but I am not sure how I will be feeling the days after the race. Should we vacation before during President's Week (pro...schools out, con...parks will be packed) or after (pro...massage at the Grand Floridian).

Will I be in paim or ok to tackle the parks after the race???

April Week 3: The Sleeping Beauty Challenge

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 08:29:03 EST

I know this is going to be tough for some of you, with your crazy schedules, but this week's challenge is to try and get between 7-8 hours a sleep per night.

Good Luck!

April Week 2 Challenge: Jasmine Challenge

Sat, 9 Apr 2011 21:10:51 EST

Hello Princesses! We all known Jasmine has some rocking abs to pull of that sassy outfit she wears. Your challenge this week is to do 3 core workouts. Sparkpeople has a great variety of core workout videos for you to check out.

We can do this!

Hello from FL

Mon, 4 Apr 2011 21:38:04 EST

Sorry it too me so long to introduce myself. I have been really busy with the house and the kids.

I am a SAHM of 3 kids and an amazing dh. I started 5wks ago running Jeff Galloway style to train for a 5k. I mix it up with C25K and I am doing okay.

Anywho, I want nothing more than to run in Disney's Princess 1/2thon. I am not sure why I have this need and want, but I just do.

I hurt a hamstring a 2months ago and I think it is okay. I am still taking it s...

I am a veteran Princess!

Sun, 3 Apr 2011 11:11:15 EST

I was very blessed to have the opportunity to run Princess 2011 and it was INCREDIBLE!!! Here is my Princess race report blog if you want an idea how it all works.

www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=4068728

Remember one thing. Perhaps the most special part of running Princess is forming Spark friendships beforehand. That just adds so much to the weekend and is what makes the memories so priceless. The finisher's medal s...

April Week 1: Snow White Challenge

Sun, 3 Apr 2011 10:55:35 EST

This week is our Snow White Challenge.

Your challenge is to eat at least 5 servings of fruits or vegetables at least 5 days this week. Let us know how you are doing on this thread.

Have a great week!

Hello

Sat, 2 Apr 2011 13:34:44 EST

Hi all! I did the Disney Princess in 2010 and would love to do it again in 2012. I am currently running with the Leukemia and lymphoma's Society Team in Training for the Oklahoma City Half Marathon on May 1st....I am nursing a sore ankle - but nothing that will prevent me from completing the 13.1 miles.

I am definitely slow, but steady and am looking forward to trying to improve my times!

April Mileage Challenge

Fri, 1 Apr 2011 09:45:07 EST

Aiming for all of us to run/walk 40 miles in April. You can do it!

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March 29th Daily Challenge

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:45:50 EST

Think about your goals for April. What will they be?

Share them with us here!

March 28th Daily Challenge

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 08:15:20 EST

We added a bunch of new members over the weekend. Stop by a members page and give them some encouragement. We are all in this together!

March 25th Daily Challenge

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 10:10:47 EST

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/exercis
es.asp?exercise=47

Have a great day!

March 24th Daily Challenge

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 09:27:03 EST

Today's Exercise...

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/exercis
es.asp?exercise=160

I don't know how these will go for me. I'm still feeling them from Tuesday's workout.

March 23rd Daily Challenge

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 10:22:02 EST

In honor of my personal trainer kicking my butt last night, today's challenge is about streching. Try to make sure you stretch for at least 10 minute today.

March 22nd Daily Challenge

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 09:39:29 EST

Today's Exercise -

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/exercis
es.asp?exercise=468

Have a great day!

March 21st Daily Challenge

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 10:38:53 EST

This week, our daily challenges are to try the featured exercises on SparkPeople. Today's exercise is tricep dips on a medicine ball. If you don't have a medicine ball, try the dips on a chair.

www.sparkpeople.com/resource/exercis
es.asp?exercise=463

March 18th Daily Challenge

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 09:48:00 EST

Sorry, I missed our challenge yesterday. Caught up in the St. Patty's day fun.

Try a new strength training/toning exercise for your lower body. There are plenty to choose from in the Fitness section of SP.

2012 Race Dates - No Longer Tentative!

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 16:34:33 EST

They updated the website today. The Disney Princess Half-Marathon Weekend is February 24-26. Registration opens on July 5th!

March 16th Daily Challenge

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 10:24:30 EST

We are halfway through the month. Take the time to look at your goals for March and evaluate how your progress is coming. Readjust if you have to.

March 15th Daily Challenge

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 09:35:05 EST

Today's Challenge - 50 crunches!

This is going to be a tough one for me...

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Just keep moving!

March 14th Daily Challenge

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 09:20:49 EST

Today's Challenge - 50 jumping jacks!

March 11th Daily Challenge

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 10:01:03 EST

So, I was really affected this morning watching the images coming out of Japan. So, today's challenge is to take the time to appreciate what you have, and let the people in your life know how much you appreciate them.

Bless you all.

March 10th Daily Challenge

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 09:29:25 EST

Try something new in your workout today. Add a new strength training exercise or try a new workout video.

I am meeting with a personal trainer for the first time today. I am certain she will give me a whole list of new exercises.

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March 9th Daily Challenge

Wed, 9 Mar 2011 09:49:46 EST

Do something today that makes you feel proud. Tell us all about it.

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March 8th Daily Challenge

Tue, 8 Mar 2011 09:28:02 EST

How many pushups can you do? Test yourself today.

March 7th Daily Challenge

Mon, 7 Mar 2011 09:50:06 EST

Today, swap out one unhealthy food in your diet for a healthy one.

I switched out my sugary cereal for a banana and wheat toast with a little peanut butter.

Have a good day!

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March 5th Daily Challenge

Sat, 5 Mar 2011 11:58:03 EST

Strive to eat 5 servings of fruit and vegetables today. Let's us know how you did.

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March 4th Daily Challenge

Fri, 4 Mar 2011 08:33:59 EST

Finish this sentence:

Today I will...

Let's us know what you want to accomplish today.

Mine is: Today I will run for 20 minutes without walking. I'm going to be the little engine that could today..."I think I can, I think I can."

Have a great Friday!

How do you stay motivated?

Thu, 3 Mar 2011 20:32:27 EST

I thought this was a good article. I plan on using some of the advice.

www.active.com/women/Articles/7-Ways
-to-Stay-Motivated-During-Long-Trainin
g-Blocks.htm?cmp=17-4-262

March 3rd Daily Challenge

Thu, 3 Mar 2011 10:47:43 EST

Ok, so it's not really a challenge. 30

Tell us what the last book you read was. Did you enjoy it? Would you recommend it to others?

Mine was actually a series of three books by Pamela Aiden, which tells the story of Pride & Prejudice from Mr. Darcy side of the story. Pride & Prejudice is my favorite book ever (I read it once a year), but I have always been a little weary of the books that either continue the story or try to show it from another angle. These we...

March 2nd Daily Challenge

Wed, 2 Mar 2011 10:20:36 EST

Now that you've made your goals for March, what will be your reward for meeting those goals?

Mine is a DVD I want for losing 8lbs and I have been saving up for a new pair of running shoes, that I plan on purchasing once I finished C25K.

March 1st Daily Challenge

Tue, 1 Mar 2011 09:38:03 EST

List two goals that you want to accomplish in March.

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Articles and Advice

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 10:29:40 EST

Post any articles or advice you want to share here.

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March Mileage Challenge

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 10:23:38 EST

To keep us moving in March, I am going to up the running/walking totals.

So, I challenge each of us to run or walk a total of 35 miles in March. Keep us updated on your mileage in the challenge forum.

Also, check our team on a regular basis for additional daily challenges.

We are one year out, so let's get moving!

Do you train inside in the winter?

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 12:01:29 EST

www.active.com/soccer/Articles/It_s_
OK__You_Can_Play_When_It_s_Cold_Outsid
e.htm?cmp=17-7-225

I try to get outside as much as possible. My rule is over 25 degrees. I take it outdoors. Unless there is 3 feet of snow. 30

2012 Tentative Dates

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 15:42:29 EST

Tentative 2012 Princess Half-Marathon Weekend - February 24-26, 2012.

Mark Your Calendars!

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February Challenge

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 10:41:07 EST

February challenge is to walk/run a total of 30 miles. Post your totals after every run training.
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