My First RunDisney Expo

By: Kristal TinslerIt was February 2013 – and it was my first official runners expo!I had no idea what to expect, it was being held in the Coronado Springs Convention Center, which was also our resort. So, I walked over, and hopped in line with what seemed like hundreds of others!First thing I did, was collect my runner Bibs and then headed to the back for my gear!We got really cute shirts, a T-shirt for the 5k, and a Tech shirt for the half marathon, along with a backpack bag, and a button.

Next, I headed to the official RunDisney merchandise tent, where I walked in and then right back out! It was INSANELY crowded. My friend waited in line for 2 hours! Not me!!!

I went over, and enjoyed a wonderful motivational speech from Jeff Galloway!He was beyond amazing, and the jitters I had, magically disappeared! After his speech, I went over to meet him. I told him about how I started training for this a year ago, and how my kids and I can not thank him enough, that his program changed my life, made me a better, more healthy person, and parent.He was so fantastic, he gave me a hug, a few tips for the big day, and gave me his personal e-mail, telling me if I ever need him, to just send him an email.I was so touched, I teared up. He truly is such an inspiration!The expo was kind of cool, mostly a lot of tables set up, with more things you can  buy...The one thing I found crazy, was the line for the RunDisney shoes!

 For $150, you can buy a Mickey or Minnie designed pair of New Balance running shoes. The line for these shoes? Well, I got in the doors at 9am, the line started right away, and when I came back at 4pm, it was still wrapped around the center!

All in all, the expo was an amazing experience, with a lot to see and do. :)

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