Well friends, I had some people tell me I wouldn’t finish, and I myself was nervous after the half. But I proved to myself I AM stronger than I think, and I ran 39.3 miles in two days!!! Not only that, But I PRed in the full, running right at 5:58 with gas still left in the tank…and after taking a ton of character photos. I really surprised myself. I had fun, but I am also so glad it’s over. I hurt!
I can’t WAIT to tell you all about this exciting and memorable weekend. It will forever be one of my favorites of all time. I am so proud of Bobby and of myself. We fought hard, through the 80 degree heat and humidity, and we got it done. Words can’t express how thankful I am for all the thoughts, prayers, tweets, Facebook messages, etc. Each one kept me going, I loved seeing them in the middle of the races. You guys rock! I will be back Wednesday night, so my recaps won’t come until later, but they WILL come, I promise you. I am off to enjoy my accomplishment and my last couple days in Disney, wearing my medals proudly.
QOTD: What is something you have done that you weren’t sure you could do?
Jennifer says
Long time reader, first time commenter. Congrats!!!
Heather says
Thank you so much! 🙂
Meggan says
Way to go Heather!!!! What an amazing accomplishment!! You are an inspiration to me. I’m planning Goofy in 2015!!! Enjoy the rest of your Disney trip, you def earned it!!
Heather says
I am so glad! You will love it.
Karien @ Running the Race says
Congratulations!! Love following your Goofy journey 🙂 . Enjoy your well-deserved rest!
Heather says
Thank you thank you.
Monica says
Way to geaux Heather! You should be VERY proud. Enjoy the rest of your time in your favorite place-you deserve it!
Heather says
Thanks! 🙂
Ali says
Congrats Heather! Great job on the PR, it was a tough race especially with the heat!
Heather says
thanks! yes it was. Hope you enjoyed it!
Glenneth says
congrats! can’t wait to read the recap!
Jamie @ Rise.Run.Mom.Repeat. says
Congrats! 6 months ago, I thought all Goofy runners were…well, goofy. Now I’m thinking it might be something I’d like to try someday…
Heather says
I know what you mean!
Miz says
you are flipping amazing.
Heather says
LOL! When are you going to come run a disney race?!?
Christine @ Love, Life, Surf says
Congratulations Heather!!! That’s awesome and such an incredible feeling when you prove to yourself that you’re stronger than you think. I loved seeing all the pictures on IG from Disney this weekend. Can’t wait to hear more about it.
Heather says
YES> I really had my doubts sometimes but we did it
Heather (Where's the Beach) says
Congrats girl – that’s so awesome!!
Amanda @ Run Principessa says
CONGRATULATIONS!! So pumped for you, so strong and inspirational. I hope you had suchsuchsuch a fun time!
Heather says
Thanks lady! We had an unforgettable time.
Lesley says
Congrats! I hope you can enjoy the weather now that you’re not running :-p
Heather says
Yes it was beautiful weather to walk around in the parks!
Alison @ racingtales says
Congrats, what an accomplishment! Having run Disney Marathon 5 years ago I know that heat/humidity is no joke! As I crossed the line of the marathon and excitedly mentioned to the woman next to me that I had qualified for Boston, she said, “me too! And I ran the half yesterday!” That put me in my place. 😉 Enjoy the rest.
Heather says
LOL! madness. Pure madness.
Heather says
Congrats on your finish and have a great time at the parks. You earned it!
Heather says
thanks, we had so much fun!
Kat says
Amazing! It was so hot yesterday too!
Heather says
yes! it was very warm!
Kierston says
Simply incredible!!! Congrats!
Katie says
You are a rockstar! That is so freaking awesome! I watched all the fun tweets and pics this weekend. So happy for you! Congrats!!
Heather says
Thanks! It was awesome. Highly recommended.
Maureen says
Congratulations! And a PR to boot! Fantastic.
Heather says
Yes! I couldn’t believe it.
Elle says
Awesome achievement. Good for you… hope your recovery is comfortable!
Heather says
Thanks! Lots of rest!
Leah F. says
So proud of yall! Have fun at Disney! Can’t wait to read the race recaps!
Amy says
SO proud of you!!! What a great accomplishment! As always, I can’t wait for your recaps!! 😉
Heather says
thanks! I can’t wait to write them, very very soon!
Caitlin says
Oh Miss Run Disney, I was a fool to think you couldn’t get any MORE Run Disney. CONGRATS!!! You’re incredible!
Heather says
LOL you crack me up.
Kristyn says
Congratulations!!
Charlotte says
you are seriously amazing!!! what an accomplishment. I can not wait to hear all about it 😀
Heather says
I can’t wait to share. SO much i have to write about!
Stellina @ My Yogurt Addiction says
Way to go! That’s awesome…it’s all about the mind!
Heather says
absolutely. I played lots of little games with myself to keep going!
Amanda - TooTallFritz says
Great job! I was watching via Twitter & Instagram. Looked like it was a blast. Congrats!
Heather says
It was awesome. Everyone should do it once!
Emily says
Congrats Heather!! What an amazing accomplishment!!
Tina @ Best Body Fitness says
YAY!!! Cannot wait to hear more. I know how big of an accomplishment that was and how happy you must be feeling right now. Time for that break you’ve been desiring. 🙂
Heather says
def ready for a break! Thanks friend!
Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean says
so so impressive!!
Amie says
Congratulations to you and your husband!! A friend of mine did the Goofy Challenge as well! Way to go on your PR–that’s awesome!
Heather says
thank you!
Melissa says
Congratulations to you both!!! What a memory you will always have…and you PR’d!!! :c)
I’m hopeful to run my first half marathon late summer in Disney…can’t wait for you to recap more on it!!!
Enjoy the park now!!!
Heather says
Thanks, we had a blast!
Frank@The Fat Runner says
Go Heather!
Debby H says
Congratulations!!!
Thats an amazing feat!!
PavementRunner says
FRIGGIN’ ROCK STAR! You just accomplished something that I have been wanting to do for YEARS! I keep saying I’m going to get out there and do it and never make it. Congrats. Congrats. Congrats.
and a PR? Daaaaaaaaang
Heather says
Why thank you. I am quite proud and was smiling all the way to the finish line. Can’t believe I did that!
Jen says
So happy for you! 🙂
Meredith @ DareYouTo says
AWESOME! I loved following all your instagram pics!!! Looked like a blast
Ted says
Congrats! With a PR on the full in that heat? Truly awesome!
Heather says
thanks! It was quite warm. 4500 people dropped out!
Laura @ Mommy Run Fast says
Amazing, lady! A pr after a half marathon in the Florida heat is insane. You are one strong woman!
Heather says
thanks! It was tough but I am proud