146: Running the Goofy Challenge: Medals, Preparation & Personal Triumphs

In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, Gina shares her experience running the 2026 Walt Disney World Goofy Challenge, which involves completing a half marathon followed by a full marathon the next day! She details the motivation behind participating in the event and the unique medals awarded for completing both races. Gina discusses her training journey, the unexpected circumstances with her sister's pregnancy, and how life events impacted her preparation. As a perinatal fitness trainer and birth doula, Gina also provides insights into balancing marathon preparations with breastfeeding and family commitments. She talks about the logistical aspects of the race, including the importance of proper nutrition, hydration, and gear. Additionally, Gina recounts the support and camaraderie she felt from fellow runners and the unique atmosphere of Disney races. Finally, she reflects on the importance of being prepared and shares future plans for races and personal fitness goals.Amazon marathon/recovery items: https://amzn.to/4q5PciVCINCOM Leg Compression: https://amzn.to/4k1famkTheragun https://amzn.to/3NCWZawRun outfits Etsy page https://www.etsy.com/market/run_sew_sweet Bounding braids https://boundingbraids.sikbraids.com/ (2) RunDisney Hair | Facebook Free military Disney guide Running program https://mamastefit.com/fitness-programs/postpartum-running-program/ 00:00 Introduction00:34 Race Preparation and Challenges04:28 Training and Proof of Time07:37 Disney Marathon Logistics and Military Discounts11:32 Race Day: Half Marathon Experience22:25 Planning the Marathon Day22:49 Race Day Morning Routine23:12 Running as the Queen of Hearts23:41 Character Stops and Pace Strategy25:28 Navigating the Marathon Route26:34 Reaching the Everest Ride27:50 Family Coordination and Star Wars Themed Section29:00 Final Miles and Finish Line31:24 Post-Race Reflections and Recovery36:54 Balancing Breastfeeding and Racing39:09 Running Gear and Hydration Tips41:10 MamasteFit Programs and Future Plans43:57 Lessons Learned and Future Races————Get Your Copy of Training for Two on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3VOTdwH📧 Download our free birth prep circuit guide with six exercises to prepare your body for birth: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-for-birth-circuit/Prepare for your birth with MamasteFit:💻 Online Childbirth Education Courses🏋🏻‍♀️ Online Prenatal Fitness Programming🧘‍♀️ Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth CourseExplore our prep for birth courses: https://mamastefit.com/prenatal-support3rd Trimester Specific Prep Courses: https://mamastefit.com/fitness-programs/third-trimester/-------Freebies to Support Your Postpartum:📩 Join our free early postpartum recovery course: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/early-postpartum-recovery/—-Recover after birth and return to fitness with MamasteFit: https://mamastefit.com/fitness-programs/postpartum/💻 Postpartum Education Courses🏋🏻‍♀️ Postpartum Fitness Programs