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Medical Information Florida Hospital Celebration Health Medical Stations are located along the course approximately every two (2) miles and will be marked with medical flags. With prior training, you should be prepared for the physical demands of the marathon. Nevertheless, you may suffer cold or heat stress, or become dehydrated. The following can help you prepare for a safe and enjoyable race. • Stay away from dehydrating agents such as cold medicines, anti-diarrhea products, sinus meds and caffeine which all can lead to dehydration; you may take them again a few hours after finishing the race. Pain Relievers / Supplements * Recent medical research has shown that non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Advil, Motrin, Aleve, ibuprofen, aspirin, naproxen, etc. may be harmful to runners’ kidney function if taken within 24 hours of running. Only a cetaminophen (Tylenol®) has been shown to be safe. * NSAIDs are thought to increase the possibility of hyponatremia while running long distances by decreasing blood flow to the kidneys and interfering with a hormone that helps the body retain salt. Therefore, it is recommended that on race day (specifically beginning midnight before you run) you DO NOT use anything but acetaminophen (Tylenol®) if needed until 6 hours after you have finished the race, are able to drink without any nausea or vomiting, have urinated once, and feel physically and mentally back to normal. Then, an NSAID would be beneficial in preventing post-event muscle soreness. * Narcotics should be avoided within 48 hours of race day due to harmful effect on performance, perception, and mental status. * Vitamin supplements (Vitamin A, C and E) can alter urine color so be wary of hydration status if taking these supplements. * Caffeine and other amphetamine-like compounds containing pseudophedrine, such as Sudafed and most sinus and cold preparations, taken within 24-hours of race time can also raise core temperature; increase blood pressure and heart rate and should be drastically limited during this time. What To Know About Fluid Intake • Drink enough before the race so that your urine is clear to light straw colored (this will vary per person). • Limit fluids to approximately 4-6 ounces every 20 minutes during the race. • At least every other water stop, you should have some form of electrolyte replacement (PowerAde, etc.). • Drink approximately 16 ounces of electrolyte-enriched fluid after the race. • Runners and walkers who are interested in the endurance “experience” rather than pursuing a “personal best” performance, must resist the tendency to over-drink. Runners/walkers planning to spend between 4-6 hours or longer on the course are at risk for developing fluid-overload hyponatremia and usually do not need to ingest more than one cup (4-6 oz: 3 oz if you weigh approximately 100 lbs and 6 oz if you weigh approximately 200 lbs) of fluid every 20 minutes. Tips For Race Day • Check your urine a ½ hour before the race or before you leave your home. If it is clear to light yellow (like light lemonade), you are well-hydrated. If it is dark and concentrated (like iced tea), drink more fluids! • DO NOT take any product with ephedra in it. Ephedra increases your risk of “heat illness.” It should not be used while training or on race day! 24

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Walt Disney World Marathon 2009

Table of Contents
Welcome Letter
Weekend Itinerary
Marathon Course and Course Map
Half Marathon Course and Course Map
Disney's Health & Fitness Expo
Circle of Life 5K
Mickey's Marathon Kids' Fest
Marathon and Half Marathon
Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge
Pacing Requirements/Results and Runner Tracking
Awards
Post Race Celebration
Medical Information
Transportation
Directions
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Walt Disney World Marathon 2009

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