Ep 78: Planning Ahead for runDisney’s Wine & Dine Race Weekend - A Quick Proof of Time Guide, with Coach Michelle Quirk of Mindful Marathon

If you're running the Half Marathon or Challenge during runDisney's Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend this fall, there’s an important deadline approaching: Proof of Time submissions are due June 1st.

In this episode, I walk through what Proof of Time (POT) is, why it matters for your race experience, and how to make sure you're prepared well before the deadline.

The idea for this episode came from a FaceTime conversation with my niece. At just 16 years old, she’s already thinking ahead about POT for the race this October, so I figured it was the perfect reminder for the rest of us, too.

If you're unsure whether you already have a qualifying race result or wondering if you should sign up for a race soon, this episode will help you take the next step.

In This Episode We Cover:

• What Proof of Time means for runDisney races
• Which race distances qualify for Proof of Time and the race window (1/1/24 thru 6/1/26)
• Why start group placement can matter more than you think
• Simple steps to check whether you already have a qualifying race
• And, how to find a race if you still need one

Key Tips:

*First check if you already have a qualifying race result
*If not, consider signing up for a race soon, so you’re not scrambling in May
*A 10k counts for Half Marathon Proof of Time, so you don’t have to run another half
*If you're aiming for a strong time, look for a flat course
*Make sure the race is officially timed and on a USATF-certified course

One helpful tool for finding races is runningintheusa.com, where you can filter by distance, location, and available dates.

If you're unsure whether a race qualifies for Proof of Time or want help thinking through race strategy, feel free to reach out. I'm always happy to help runners plan ahead, so race day feels smoother and more enjoyable. Send me a DM Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/Mindful.Marathon 

If you have questions about your own training, reach out on my website, and let's explore working together for personalized support. https://mindful-marathon.com 

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