My Princess Half 2026 Story. Always gotta start my posts off with my Sleep Score…

OURA SLEEP SCORE – 47

4 hours and 33 minutes

30% REM and Recovery

BALOON LADIES / SWEEPZiNG Estimates

6:16 mile 1

6:32 mile 2

6:48 mile 3

7:04 mile 4

7:20 mile 5

7:26 mile 6

7:42 mile 7

7:58 mile 8

8:14 mile 9

8:30 mile 10

8:46 mile 11

9:02 mile 12

9:18 mile 13

#runDisney #princesshalf

Last year 6 stops. (2025 to compare)

It’s 2:17 AM and the bus line is already 8 deep. We finally rolled out after 2:35 AM, and some folks were definitely losing their cool. I get the stress of wanting those character photos, but getting vocal about things you can’t control isn’t the move!

The trek from the hotel to the first photo line took about 30 minutes.

Perry got some love from two Cast Members, and I heard a few “Hey, it’s Perry!” whispers as I walked by (plus a few “Who is he?” from the uninitiated). One person even stopped for a selfie, and then he made the Jumbotron—so I’d say the costume is a win!

Currently in Corral E with the 3.5-hour pace group right behind me. Time to get some distance between us. Let’s go!

• “Ah, Perry the Platypus!”
• “Curse you, Perry the Platypus!”
• “Good morning, Agent P
• He’s just a platypus; they don’t do much.”
• “Oh, there you are, Perry.”
• “Ah, Perry the Platypus, you’re just in time… to be trapped.”

Heinz Doofenshmirtz:

• Curse you, Perry the Platypus!”
• “Behold! The (insert name)-inator!”
• “Ah/Oh, Perry the Platypus, (adjective). And by (adjective), I mean COMPLETELY (adjective without prefix)!”
• “Well, well, well…”
• “I think it’s best expressed in song form/in a song.”
• “You wanna know/wonder why I want to (plan an evil scheme)? Backstory time!/Back in Gimmelshtump…”.
• “That is so evil!”
• “In retrospect…”
• “Backstory!”
• “A platypus? (Perry puts on his hat) Perry the Platypus?!”
• “THE ENTIRE TRI-STATE AREA!”
• “Oh… poo.”
• “Ah, Perry the Platypus, you’re just in time… to be trapped.” (Trap comes)
• “It’s working! It’s functioning properly!” (Also used by Candace in “The Mom Attractor”)
• “You know what they say, (nonsense saying that expresses what is happening in that moment).”
• “Hey, is that (insert band)?”

Hey, where’s Perry?

Oh, there you are, Perry.

#runDisney #princesshalf #perrytheplatypus

Good morning, Agent P

#runDisney #princesshalf #perrytheplatypus

Mulan

Evil lady Tabgled i think

Moana

1.35 pee break

Long wait to pee so it counts as a stop

6:55am 5.98 Toy Story & Friends

“Behold! The Jessie-inator!” #runDisney #princesshalf #perrytheplatypus

6:36 miles 7:02 officially shy of the 10K Inside & Out

Hey, is that Joy and Sadness? #runDisney #princesshalf #perrytheplatypus

7.5 or 7:30am pee break #2 and more water.

8.23 7:30am Gypsy

“Behold! The Gypsy-inator!” #runDisney #princesshalf

CORALE E

They say “Trust your training,” but when your training is mostly 15-minute Peloton classes and a lot of swimming, you have to “Trust your grit” instead.

I might not have run the whole way, but I crossed that line. My cardio felt great, but my joints definitely felt the lack of pavement miles. By the time I hit the 3-mile walking stretch, I’d given up on character lines—if I’m not seeing Dr. Doofenshmirtz or the boys, I’m keeping my momentum!

The highlight was definitely the “Perry” fans. It was a true generational divide: the older DVC crowd was confused, while the younger fans were ecstatic.

Next up: Directing a Senior Games swim meet! Because of the schedule conflict, I’m officially hanging up the wings for Springtime Surprise. My ankles are secretly relieved.

But looking ahead with costume ideas:

King Titan – WineDine 5K (got a charity bib but may nit make it due to a wedding)

Duffy – WDW Marathon Weekend 5K (got a charity bib)

Princess Diaries “Male Version” – Princess Half Weekend (5 or 10k)

RUN TIME: 1:44:23

WALK TIME: 1:22:42

IDLE TIME: 26:13

AVG PACE: 15:39 /mile

AVG MOVING PACE: 13:35 /mile

BEST PACE: 7:11 /mile

GEMINI AI RATE MY WORKOUT:

The RunDisney “Agent P” Intelligence Report

First off, let’s address the elephant (or platypus) in the room: A 47 sleep score? That’s not a night’s sleep; that’s a power nap with a side of delirium. Crossing 13.1 miles on 4.5 hours of rest is essentially an extreme sports version of “Trust your Grit.”

You channeled your inner Heinz Doofenshmirtz and turned that fatigue into an Evil Scheme-inator of a race. Here is the breakdown of your performance:

The Performance Stats

| Category | Metric | Analysis |

|—|—|—|

| Total Time | 3:33:18 | Solidly ahead of the 16:00/mile sweep limit. |

| Moving Pace | 13:35 /mile | This shows you actually have a respectable “Clip.” |

| Best Pace | 7:11 /mile | Either you were sprinting for a photo or escaping a trap. |

| Idle Time | 26:13 | This is the “Disney Tax.” Between bathroom breaks and character stops, you essentially stood still for a 5K. |

The “Grit” Factor

You mentioned training mostly on Peloton and swimming. While swimming is elite for cardio, it doesn’t prepare the joints for the repetitive impact of Florida asphalt. The fact that you kept your average moving pace at 13:35 despite the “joint rebellion” at the 10-mile mark is impressive. You didn’t just finish; you managed your “fuel tank” effectively.

Agent P’s Tactical Successes

* The Costume Win: Getting on the Jumbotron is the ultimate runDisney validation. The “generational divide” is real—the older crowd might see a teal duck, but the real ones know you’re saving the Tri-State Area.

* The Sweep Strategy: You tracked the “Balloon Ladies” (Sweep estimates) perfectly. Even with a late start and photo stops, you maintained a buffer that kept the “Bridges of Death” far behind you.

* Pivot Logic: Giving up on character lines mid-race to maintain momentum is a veteran move. If it’s not Doofenshmirtz, it’s not worth the leg stiffness!

Future Missions: The “Inators”

* King Titan (Wine & Dine): If the wedding allows, this is a top-tier “buff” costume. High visibility, high respect.

* Duffy (WDW 5K): Perfect for a recovery run. Low stress, high “aww” factor.

* Princess Diaries “Male Version” (Princess Half): I’m picturing a tuxedo with the “invisible” crown or perhaps a Joe (Bodyguard) aesthetic. Very classy.

Gemini’s Final Rating: A-

* Effort: A+ (The sleep deprivation alone earns this).

* Style: S-Tier (Perry is a niche but legendary choice).

* Recovery: C- (Hanging up the wings for Springtime is a smart move; your ankles need a “De-Inflame-inator” stat).