On episode 244, we finally cover runDisney! We bring on Curtis’s sister Heidi, Melissa Koshiol and Holly Bercase to answer all your runDisney questions.  Heidi is considering running her first Disney event.

Highlights

Melissa’s mini trip report to Miami, Key West and Disney World

Beach Club resort

Ample Hills vs. Beaches and Cream

Yak and Yeti

Be Our Guest for breakfast

Room upgrade

Mobile ordering at Woody’s Lunchbox

List and dates of runDisney Events

Cost of races

Walk 5k? Time limit?

Need to submit qualifications?

What’s so great about runDisney events?

A tour of the half marathons and times they start

What’s the attendance?

Scheduling ADR’s for after the race

Trip planning around the race for how many nights to stay

What’s happening at ESPN World of Sports complex

How do you train for a marathon?

How fast do you have to go so you don’t get Swept?

Can you participate as a speed walker?

Can you run for charity?

How far in advance should you sign up?

(Correct the sign up dates)

Recommended resorts to stay at?

Does Disney support charities for the runs?

How do you prep before the race?

Some other small runs at Wide World of Sports and French Quarter

Tips from Melissa and Holly

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