Tag: Walt Disney World marathon

Small Steps Lead To Big Changes

Posted on by Michelle Scribner-MacLean
by Rhonda Speer While preparing to write this post I decided to reread the profiles of my fellow team members. I quickly realized that sure we all love Disney and we share a desire to Run With Purpose but there is another common thread that binds us together. The majority of our members have reached … Continue reading "Small Steps Lead To Big Changes"
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I Hate Running But I Love Runners

Posted on by Michelle Scribner-MacLean
by Helen Dunn I am a marathon runner. For most people who know me, my running is what defines me. I am the person who people come to when they want to try out the sport. I’m the one who answers their questions, who is their sidekick for their first run, who encourages them to … Continue reading "I Hate Running But I Love Runners"
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I Am A Runner

Posted on by Michelle Scribner-MacLean
by Jorge Romero My adventure began almost two years ago. One evening I was showing some friends the photographs I took on our last trip to Disney World. When we all saw a photo where I am with my son in front of Cinderella castle, everyone was speechless. No one knew what to say. It … Continue reading "I Am A Runner"
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WDW Marathon Weekend 2011: Reflections

Posted on by Mike Scopa
Although I had been running for some 37 years before taken on the challenge of a half-marathon, I felt invigorated back in 2005 as I trained for my first 13.1-mile trek. Along the way something inspirational happened. In October 2005 I visited Orlando to run in the Race for the Taste 10K. On Friday when … Continue reading "WDW Marathon Weekend 2011: Reflections"
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New Walt Disney World Marathon Relay Race

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
Just after this year’s Walt Disney World Marathon weekend in January, Disney announced some of the details of next year’s event – one of which was a new race – the Marathon Relay. A marathon without having to run a full 26.2 miles? Isn’t THAT an intriguing idea! It was a little frustrating, though because … Continue reading "New Walt Disney World Marathon Relay Race"
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Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2011 – Reflections Part 3

Posted on by AllEars
We made a commitment to participate in the January 2011 WDW Marathon Weekend. We trained, we got healthier, we raised awareness and funds in the first against breast cancer, we laughed, we cried, we were injured, we had triumphs and setbacks, we made new friends, found unexpected support, and we gave it our all. We … Continue reading "Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2011 – Reflections Part 3"
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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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All About Team AllEars 2012

Posted on by Mike Scopa
What is Team AllEars 2012? It is nothing less than a group of friends who for the last several years have set out to do some important things with joining the fight against breast cancer at the top of their list. Team AllEars was founded in 2009 and spent that initial year raising funds for … Continue reading "All About Team AllEars 2012"
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Team AllEars Profile: Sara Rhodes

Posted on by AllEars
My first ½ Marathon From the title alone, you know that I am now a half-marathoner, and I plan on doing more. This is a goal finally realized, and what a journey it has been. I should explain my background first; it helps to set up the whole story. Growing up, my sister and I … Continue reading "Team AllEars Profile: Sara Rhodes"
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Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2011 – Reflections

Posted on by AllEars
Team AllEars 2011 We made a commitment to participate in the January 2011 WDW Marathon Weekend. We trained, we got healthier, we raised awareness and funds in the first against breast cancer, we laughed, we cried, we were injured, we had triumphs and setbacks, we made new friends, found unexpected support, and we gave it … Continue reading "Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2011 – Reflections"
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