Run Princess
The Magical World of Disney stretches beyond imagination. Just when you think this multi-billion dollar company cannot get bigger, new events bring in over 20,000 people Just for a weekend. A company known for its theme parks, live entertainment, and film industry, has now extended into the world of athletes.
The Disney Princess Half Marathon was held for its third year on February 27, 2011, bringing in over 17,000 women (not including all of their families). These women wake up at 3am get on buses and get ready to blaze the trail from Epcot to Cinderella’s dream castle in the Magic Kingdom. Disney does this race up right with entertainment for every mile.
The Walt Disney company dreams astronomical ways to bring in athletes and “non-athletes” to participate in this major event. It includes Children’s races to bring fun and exercise for the whole family. The weekend begins with an expo, out sourcing company’s such as Nike, Bio freeze, Lady Footlocker, and many more so that women can shop have fun and be fully prepared for the race ahead. Even the packets include specialty discount items on merchandise. Running never seemed so magical.
I personally was able to run in the half marathon this year. Not being an experienced runner, I was nervous about finishing. But Disney does the race up well. Every mile there was entertainment such as high school bands, and character friends. Also they were able to think of everything from first aid stands, water and power aid, and even portable bathrooms on every mile. With safety in mind everyone is able to run.
Finally, the best part about running “Disney style,” is that everyone is a winner!! As each person crosses the finish line, they are awarded with a medal and photo opportunities saying that they completed the race! Photo opportunities with marathon runners and the famous Mickey and Minnie are available as well. For the experienced athletes the race is timed so that every person can achieve their own personal best.
In a world where Dreams come true, dreams can be defined in so many ways. Through the world of entertainment and a vivid imagination and also through the physical and emotional training of a race! Disney has made Dreams in a whole new way.
For more info go to
http://espnwwos.disney.go.com/events/rundisney/princess-half-marathon/
http://www.mydisneymarathon.com/Princess/
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