Thankfully, Disney Cruise Line makes the option of working out or running while on board possible!
#1 Jogging Deck
Located on deck 4, this is my favorite way to get in a run while out to sea! On the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy, 2.5 laps equals a mile. On the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, 3 laps equals a mile. Pro tip: (This is kind of an obvious one) While the ship is in motion, your fitness watch will not register the correct distance - for example, I once ran a "4 minute mile" while cruising Alaska because the ship was also moving. Hah...right. I suggest bringing along a fitbit or step counter to help keep track of your movement.
#2 Fitness Center (located just inside the Senses Spa)
The Fitness Center on all four Disney ships offers a wide variety of ways to workout. From weight machines to the elliptical and treadmills, there's so many options for the fitness enthusiast. I once attempted running on the treadmill while the ship was in motion and my uncoordinated self almost fell off. True story. However, I do like the personal TV's that are located at most machines - those were a nice option! Pro tip: You also have use of the restroom and showers that are located inside the Senses Spa after your workout. The shower gel and shampoo/conditioner that's included in these showers are by Elemis and it's heavenly. Trust me on this one!
#3 Castaway Cay 5K
On most sailings, a 3.1 mile run around Disney's Castaway Cay is offered. At this moment, it's free to participate and runners each receive a race bib as well as a medal upon completion of the race. Runners can register once on board the ship at the excursions desk. This race is so much fun and a neat way to see the bike path as well as other parts of the island. If you're interested, check out these blog posts for more information on the Castaway Cay 5K.
- 2014 - Comparing the Castaway Cay 5K from 2009 to 2014
- 2014 Castaway Cay 5K Vlog
- 2017 Castaway Cay 5K Recap
- 2017 Castaway Cay 5K Vlog
As you can see, there's many different ways to get those training miles or workout in while sailing with Disney Cruise Line! Check out this video below for a tour of the jogging deck and a glimpse of the Fitness Center located inside of the Senses Spa on the Disney Fantasy!
Have a magical day! :)
It's the Tuesdays On The Run Linkup with Erika, Marcia and Patty.
We have always wanted to go on A Disney crude to run the 5k. Crushed are so fun. I always try to get my runs in on the deck or even the treadmill looking out to see. The one treadmill that isn't boring:)
ReplyDeleteHah you’re right about that!! :)
DeleteI want to do a Disney cruise JUST so I can do the Castaway Cay 5K!
ReplyDeleteYou would love it!!
DeleteWow...2.5-3 laps equals a mile? I guess that would be better than a treadmill, right? Does it feel any different running on a ship deck in comparison to being on land?
ReplyDeleteIt’s definrily better than a treadmill for me - especially while the ship is in motion. I love the sound of the ocean and the feel of the wind as the ship is moving across the sea. It really is a cool experience!
DeleteI remember on my first cruise running laps but then eventually got bored and then didn't run at all. :-)
ReplyDeleteI can honestly say that hasn't happened to me yet, but I've never tried to run longer than 4 miles at a time while on a cruise! :)
DeleteIt sounds like fun to run on a cruise ship - at least for the first time. After that I'd probably need a running buddy to distract me from running laps.
ReplyDeleteIt's really not that bad. People are out on the deck playing shuffle board or people watching...and of course there's fellow runners and walkers out there too.
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