My sister Jody and I had a great time going "Goofy" (running both the Disney World Half Marathon and Marathon) in 2011, and we decided to return for more fun this January (though my husband calls this idea "punishing yourself in the 'Happiest Place on Earth'"). This year I am running only the Half Marathon, but even that requires a bit of motivation, so . . .
1. You get a trip to Disney World during non-peak traffic. No long lines!
2. Disney organizes like only Disney can. 29,000 runners ride the Monorail to a smooth start and receive great support throughout.
3. Fireworks open the run (never happens to me on training runs).
4. Running Disney makes you feel like a kid. Seriously, there were so many runners as Disney Princesses, Mickeys and Minnies, Peter Pans and Tinkerbells, and even Mr. Incredibles that Jody was prompted to say: "I never knew there were so many Disney fans [crazy people]!"
4. Blaring trumpets welcome you to and through Cinderella's Castle.
5. Candy at water stops. Sweet!
6. You can take photographs with your favorite characters right in the race. Pull out your camera, get in line, and pretend that you aren't resting. (By the way, I'm sure Captain Jack Sparrow was cheering especially for ME).
7. You get cheers and waves from Disney Cast Members, who are even enthused at 6 a.m.
8. A gospel choir in flowing robes pushes you to the finish with some loud "Allelujahs!" Amen!
9. The finish line committee includes Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy.
10. You get cool Disney medals and then get to enjoy the rest of your vacation.
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