Rest In Peace Running Streak
This Dole Whip Pineapple Float celebrated the end of my running streak.
That’s right, my running streak has officially died. As my husband predicted, it passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, the day after the Walt Disney World Half Marathon, which I ran as a guest of runDisney.
As Walt Disney World Marathoners and Dopey Challengers arose at 3 a.m., I slept in until 8:15 a.m., the latest I’d slept all week.
And then I did the unthinkable: I didn’t go for a run. I ate a Dole Whip pineapple float at Magic Kingdom instead.
Sure, I walked a few miles around Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. I even jogged a few steps to hurry to nab Fast Pass tickets for a few rides. But I did not run the requisite mile.
And so, my running streak ended after 46 days and 166 miles, averaging 3.6 miles a day. I started with a race in the first week and ended with three races (1, 2, 3) in the last week.
Here’s the run down of its final days since my last recap.
Running Streak: Week 6
Cinderella gave me a workout on New Year’s Day!
Wednesday, January 1: 1.50 miles
A New Year’s Day jog with my dog outside.
Thursday, January 2: 5.21 miles
Progression run on the treadmill.
Friday, January 3: 1.45 miles
The windchill was 4 degrees in NYC. And snowy. And I had an errand. Boo. So I put on my puffy coat, pulled on my snow boots and ran. It was more like trudging, but the effort was the same. Running in a polar vortex=really cold. Every inch of me was covered except my eyes. I managed to stay decently warm except for my fingers. I couldn’t feel them by the time I got home.
Saturday, January 4: 2.49 miles
A quick, but brisk treadmill workout.
Sunday, January 5: 4.25 miles
Another treadmill run thanks to the polar vortex. Did 400 meter repeats with 200 meter rest in between. It felt great.
Pausing for a pic in Epcot with my mom during the Disney Family Fun Run 5K.
Monday, January 6: 2.20 miles
An easy treadmill run.
Tuesday, January 7: 2.00 miles
Another easy treadmill day.
Week 6 Total: 19.10 miles
Running Streak: Week 7
Wednesday, January 8: 1.10 miles
I left for Walt Disney World. Did the bare minimum to keep the running streak alive through the races.
Thursday, January 9: 3.11 miles
The Disney Family Fun Run 5K at Walt Disney World. Race report is here.
Celebrating the Walt Disney World 10K with Daisy Duck.
Friday, January 10: 6.21 miles
The Walt Disney World 10K. Race report is here.
Saturday, January 11: 13.1 miles
The Walt Disney World Half Marathon. Race report is here.
Sunday, January 12: 0 miles
Here lies my running streak. May she rest in peace. (Yes, it’s a she.)
Week 7 Total: 23.53
Running Streak Totals
Week 7 Total: 23.53
My Sparkle Athletic temporary tattoos to commemorate my three-peat.
Week 6 Total: 19.10
Running Streak Total Days: 46
Running Streak Total Miles: 166.72
With Lady Daisy and Sir Donald at Walt Disney World Half Marathon.
Hey, at least it went out with a bang, with a great running costume and a great medal at a great race.
What next? I have not run for four—gasp—days. Once I stopped running, it was really easy to keep not running. I was exhausted from three consecutive 3 a.m. wake-up calls. I only today feel like I’ve finally caught up on sleep again. And so I’ll go for a run.
I may institute a mini-version of the streak: I must run at least 2-miles five days a week. I don’t need to streak, but I do need marching orders. So there they are. The streak was really good for motivating me to get out the door when other things might have stood in the way. So I want to keep that aspect of it alive.
Wish me luck. I’ll need it!
As a member of the media, runDisney gave me complimentary race entries, hotel, some park tickets and some meals for the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. I bought my own airfare, most meals, additional park tickets, etc. As always, all opinions are purely my own. I firmly believe in being honest about my experiences and Disney is no exception. For more, read my Disclosure Policy.
About Karla Bruning
Karla Bruning is a regular contributor to SHAPE.com, the host of NYRR's On The Run web + TV show, and a race announcer at events like the TCS New York City Marathon. She used to report for Newsweek but spent her free time squeezing in workouts. Now she freelances as a running reporter. She's run 7 marathons, 20 halves, 6 triathlons, sings in an '80s cover band, spoils her dog + travels compulsively.
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I love that your mom dressed up with you for the 5K! I hope to someday convince my mom to do a 5K with me. She used to speed walk a couple miles every night but she has never run.
You did an amazing job with the running streak and ended it with a bang! Can’t wait to read your race recaps!
Kristina @ Blog About Running recently posted..An Inspirational Running Story
Thanks! I got my love of dressing up from my mom. That would be great if you got your mom to do a race with you. My mom has been a lifelong walker too.
Karla Bruning recently posted..Race Report: Disney Family Fun Run 5K
All good things come to an end. Definitely something to be proud of though!
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Thanks, Kristi!
Karla Bruning recently posted..Race Report: Disney Family Fun Run 5K
Good for you! It’s been really inspiring to read about your running streak – makes me want to try one!
Hayley in Training recently posted..Admission Wednesday: Yoga and Pain
Thanks, Hayley! You should! It’s been a great motivator.
Karla Bruning recently posted..Race Report: Disney Family Fun Run 5K
You and your mom look so cute. The float looks sooooo good. Brava to you for keeping the streak going for so long.
Elle recently posted..Bod Pod Experience
Thanks! And that float WAS sooooo good.
Karla Bruning recently posted..Race Report: Disney Family Fun Run 5K
I too enjoyed a Dole whip, the day before the half. I don’t have pictures though because it didn’t last that long. Seems like your body needed a break after three early wake up calls, but also great job on the running streak
Lesley recently posted..2014 WDW Half Marathon
Thanks and congrats to you too!
Karla Bruning recently posted..Race Report: Disney Family Fun Run 5K
That pineapple float looks amazing! Great job keeping up the streak as long as you did
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Thanks, Emmeline!
Sleeping until 8:15 AM is ‘sleeping in’ = first world runner problems? lol
I think the Dole Whip was well deserved! Great job on your running streak!
Haha, my husband said the same thing: “Since when is sleeping until 8:15 sleeping in” #RunnerProbs
Karla Bruning recently posted..Race Report: Disney Family Fun Run 5K
I think you have to be the most adorable streaker who ever streaked. I WANT that float! Can’t wait to hear what’s next, and great job on the streak. What a way to start the running year w some awesome fitness and momentum!
Cindy @ Kicking it In recently posted..One Word – help me find mine.
Thanks, Cindy! I’ve got something really big cooking next… TBA
Karla Bruning recently posted..Race Report: Disney Family Fun Run 5K
Always enjoy your blog especially the ones leading up to WDW marathon weekend! Any plans to be at the Princess?
Thanks, Sylvia. No plans to be at Princess
I really wish I could. I WANT that Glass Slipper medal.
Karla Bruning recently posted..Race Report: Disney Family Fun Run 5K
Congratulations on the running streak and on finishing it up with 3 races. That’s impressive! You deserved a few days off of running after all that.
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Thanks, Beth. I’ve been indulging in LOTS of rest.
Karla Bruning recently posted..Race Report: Disney Family Fun Run 5K
A dole whip seems like the perfect send off for your running streak. I am dreaming of the day that I will have one during Princess Half Marathon!
Lisa @ Lisa Runs for Cupcakes recently posted..I’m in! ZOOMA Annapolis 2014
Go get that Dole Whip, girl!
Karla Bruning recently posted..Race Report: Disney Family Fun Run 5K
If it has to end somewhere, better it ends with eating a dole whip while wearing the best sunglasses ever.
Nicole @ Pink Elephant on Parade recently posted..Anna and Elsa: Or the most traumatic moment of my adult life
Haha, thanks! They were an impulse buy. I NEVER buy sunglasses but these ones just wanted me to own them so badly.
Karla Bruning recently posted..Race Report: Disney Family Fun Run 5K
You did so awesome with the streak, incredibly proud of you!
Streaks are great but at the same time some rest isn’t a bad thing! I am trying to focus on running more days a week than normal but I won’t do so at the expense of my health or sanity
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Truth!
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