

Our advice for getting pumped – and staying pumped – for your runDisney training? A Disney Playlist! Make sure you have songs on your playlist such as “Go the Distance” from Hercules, “Life is a Highway” from Cars by the Rascal Flatts, “Friend Like Me” from Aladdin, and “Into the Unknown” from Frozen 2 by Panic! At The Disco. Maybe you’re worried about staying motivated? Remember what you are training for a runDisney Marathon! *cue fanfare* Staying consistent with your training and staying hydrated is key. Keep practicing, then build up to running for two minutes, and then three. Walk for five or so minutes, and then try to run for one minute. When you start running, it’s essential to take it slow when building up your stamina. As with any skill or hobby – be it learning a musical instrument or a new language – the biggest hurdle is simply getting started. Indeed, most people’s biggest concern when looking at a runDisney marathon is that they’re new or haven’t run in a long time.

Training to run is hard work but also rewarding. Consistency is key! (You can check out the training programs on the runDisney website!)

With these 13-week, 19-week, and 29-week programs, you’ll be in ship-shape to race so long as you stick to the regimen. You can download Disney’s FREE (yay!) recommended virtual training programs and jump into the fun, no matter your background. While budget might be a barrier to running a runDisney race, your experience level shouldn’t be! Even if you’re new to running, Disney has everything you need to prepare for the race so it can be as enjoyable and stress-free as possible. While incredibly fun, unique, and rewarding, it’s worth mentioning that runDisney Marathons aren’t cheap, with the registration fee (per runner) usually starting around $95-$200, depending on the size of the race you’re entering. You’ll also receive a Finisher’s Medal if you complete the race, which makes you feel like a bit of a champion! After all, finishing a race – be it 5k or 10k – is a great accomplishment!Īdditionally, snacks and healthy refreshments are provided at the end of the race so that you can refuel after that hard-won step across the finish line. When you run a race for runDisney, you receive a race bib with your race number and a tech shirt (in the past, this was only for 10k, half-marathon, and marathon runners, but it is now offered for 5k runners as well!). Actor Sean Astin and a fan at a runDisney Marathon.
