Help--running Disney in two weeks and just got new shoes!!!

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aerobicmama

43 posts since
Jul 9, 2007

Dec 26, 2006 10:35 AM

Help--running Disney in two weeks and just got new shoes!!!

Hi,

I am running the Disney Marathon in a couple of weeks, and I have been training in my shoes since August. Well, I went out for my last long training run this weekend, and mid way through, I felt the pounding on my knees and feet, and I know when I start feeling like that, my shoes are shot. So I went into panic mode and bought new shoes (they are the same shoe I have been wearing, just a new pair). I was told that I could do some walking and a little running to try and break them in during the next two weeks. Whatta y'all think? Can it be done?

Thanks,
Aerobicmama

40SEAWOLF58

1 posts since
Jul 9, 2007

1. Dec 28, 2006 4:10 PM

in response to: aerobicmama

Re: Help--running Disney in two weeks and just got new shoes!!!

I WOULD WEAR THE SHOES AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE. IF YOU CANNOT WEAR THEM AT WORK, PUT THEM ON WHEN YOU GET HOME. TRY TO BREAK THEM IN AS MUCH AS YOU CAN. WHAT CHOICE DO YOU HAVE? MY FRIEND & I ARE RUNNING THE GOOFY CHALLENGE, I AM A SLOW RUNNER SO I WILL BE IN THE 3RD WAVE. I AM HOPING TO RUN A 5:20 MARATHON. MY TWO FRIENDS AND I ARE HAVING A "GIRLIE" TRIP LEAVING SPOUSES AT HOME. WE ARE ALL IN OUR LATE 60'S AND BEGAN RUNNING THIS YEAR AFTER WALKING FOR FOUR YEARS.

GOOD LUCK AT WDW AND WITH YOUR NEW SHOES!!

DaddyCoop

19 posts since
Jul 9, 2007

2. Dec 30, 2006 12:00 PM

in response to: aerobicmama

Re: Help--running Disney in two weeks and just got new shoes!!!

No problem. The post above is correct. Just wear them around as much as possible, run in them the next couple of weeks, and you'll be fine.

Good luck - I've heard it's a great race

-Coop
Tons of running tips in newsletter at www.FullSpectrumCoaching.Net

aerobicmama

43 posts since
Jul 9, 2007

3. Jan 3, 2007 9:44 AM

in response to: aerobicmama

Re: Help--running Disney in two weeks and just got new shoes!!!

Thanks, guys. I ran 12 miles last Sat with no problem, and then did 6 on Mon. They feel fine. Yes, I have been wearing them as much as possible.

That is an awesome accomplishment to do the Goofy Challenge. I don't know if I'll ever be able to do that!!! Best wishes!!!

Aerobicmama

des moines marathon

1 posts since
Jul 9, 2007

4. Jan 4, 2007 1:54 PM

in response to: aerobicmama

Re: Help--running Disney in two weeks and just got new shoes!!!

you may also consider using the insoles from your previous shoes

rtramm

3 posts since
Jul 9, 2007

5. Jan 7, 2007 2:29 PM

in response to: aerobicmama

Re: Help--running Disney in two weeks and just got new shoes!!!

Hey aerobicmama

How did everything work out for you at the Disney Marathon?

aerobicmama

43 posts since
Jul 9, 2007

6. Jan 11, 2007 10:17 AM

in response to: aerobicmama

Re: Help--running Disney in two weeks and just got new shoes!!!

Good. I came down with a nasty cold/sinus infection the week before, so I was still recovering, plus it was HOT out there this time. But my shoes were fine--I BodyGlided my feet to death and thank goodness, no blisters. So it went well. Thanks!!!

Dec 26, 2006 10:35 AM

Help--running Disney in two weeks and just got new shoes!!!

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