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UPDATE: How to Volunteer for a runDisney Event

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
by Rebecca Foreman AllEarsĀ® Guest Blogger A few months ago, I wrote an article for the AllEarsĀ® newsletter explaining how to volunteer for a runDisney event. Almost all of that information has now changed! Therefore, I wanted to give as much updated information as I can. Volunteering for a Disney race is now as popular … Continue reading "UPDATE: How to Volunteer for a runDisney Event"
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Bastos Reclaims Crown at 20th Annual Walt Disney World Marathon

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Perennial champion wages another fierce battle with countryman and two-time champ Fredison Costa down the stretch; Victory is Bastos’ eighth at Disney; Virginia’s Renee High repeats as women’s champion; Record 65,000-plus participate in weekend’s events LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 13, 2013) – Perhaps it was fitting that at the 20th annual Walt Disney World … Continue reading "Bastos Reclaims Crown at 20th Annual Walt Disney World Marathon"
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Carey, Marini, Hoover, Astin, Zohn and Morasca Join Celebrity-Filled 20th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend

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Hollywood personalities are latest celebrities to join star-packed marathon weekend; The Biggest Loser host Alison Sweeney and ESPN radio personality Colin Cowherd already in the field; uniquely-designed commemorative race medal for every finisher LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Aug. 16, 2012) – Several additional celebrities are joining in the fun of the 20th anniversary Walt Disney … Continue reading "Carey, Marini, Hoover, Astin, Zohn and Morasca Join Celebrity-Filled 20th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend"
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20th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Medal Unveiled

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runDisney revealed the much anticipated commemorative 20th anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon medal giving runners extra incentive to finish the 26.2 mile course. The medals unique design features a classic circular shape and two spinning elements, including a medallion with classic and modern images of Mickey Mouse, and two inspirational quotes from Walt Disney himself.
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Positive Peer Pressure

Posted on by Mike Scopa
By Dee Dee Webster Before joining Team AllEars, there were a lot of things that I didn’t think that I could do. One decision can make the biggest difference in someone’s life. I’ll be honest, when I became a team member, I didn’t run. Not even a block, let alone 13.1 miles. I’m not sure … Continue reading "Positive Peer Pressure"
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Brazilā€™s Costa Establishes New Streak at Dramatic Walt Disney World Marathon

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Fredison Costa Wins Second Consecutive Walt Disney World Marathon Brazilian runner wins second straight Disney Marathon after fierce battle with perennial winner Adriano Bastos; Virginia Beach’s Renee High easily wins women’s title; field of more than 16,500 pushes weekend total to record 56,000 runners LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 8, 2012) – Brazilian runner Fredison … Continue reading "Brazilā€™s Costa Establishes New Streak at Dramatic Walt Disney World Marathon"
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Do You Know Where Your Runs Are?

Posted on by Michelle Scribner-MacLean
by Brad Garfinkel Did you wake up January 1st and make the New Years resolution to lose weight, to exercise and to stop being a couch potato? Did you get really crazy and register for the Walt Disney World 5K, half marathon, full marathon or goofy challenge as your motivation? Are you looking at the … Continue reading "Do You Know Where Your Runs Are?"
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To Preview or Not To Preview a Race Course

Posted on by Mike Scopa
In about a week I will be running a local 10K race on a brand new course and so I decided this past weekend to do a dry run and worked out on the course. During this training run I thought about whether or not doing so would actually help me for the race. I … Continue reading "To Preview or Not To Preview a Race Course"
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New Relay and Medal Await Runners at the Walt Disney World Marathon

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Registration Now Open for all 2012 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Events Lake Buena Vista, FL (March 15, 2011) – Registration for the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by CIGNA opens today and two new features — a relay option and a new medal — await runners who sign up this year for the … Continue reading "New Relay and Medal Await Runners at the Walt Disney World Marathon"
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Brazil’s Fredison Costa Establishes New Era With Surprising Victory in 2011 Walt Disney World Marathon

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Costa Establishes New Era With Surprising Walt Disney World Marathon Victory * Brazilian snaps fellow countryman’s six-race win streak for his first Disney Marathon win; * Perennial champion Bastos finishes 15th; * Clad as Tinker Bell, Thorvilson captures women’s title on her birthday; * Field of more than 17,000 competes in the annual 26.2-mile event … Continue reading "Brazil’s Fredison Costa Establishes New Era With Surprising Victory in 2011 Walt Disney World Marathon"
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