Running to the Castle

A podcast for injury-prone runDisney runners on a journey to running magical miles. Join me, Dr. Ali, as I share the secrets I've gathered as a runner, Doctor of Physical Therapy and coach. You'll learn the exact ways I get my clients to the castle strong without feeling broken or held together with KT tape as they cross the finish line.

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Race Day Breakfast

In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn what to eat and how to eat first thing in the morning for breakfast on race day, especially if you’re not hungry in the morning or you have to wake up super early (hello runDisney 2am wake ups!)

Some things that may sound crazy include me trying soda first thing in the morning!

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Do You Need to Fuel for a 5k?

In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn my recommendation as a coach for runDisney runners who needs to fuel for a 5k and in what situations you should fuel for a 5k.

Special situations you’ll learn about:

  • Multi-day races like Dopey Challenge

  • Workouts that include strength training or stretching

  • runDisney races with early early morning races

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Race Day Blister and Chafing Prevention

You’ll learn about specific clothing and socks to wear to avoid chaffing on your legs or blisters on your feet. There are special types of bandages you can use in addition to the special socks to give your feet an extra barrier to prevent blisters.

You’ll also learn what to do if you do if you do get blisters to prevent them from getting worse.

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