If You Feel Like You Need to Run More to Prove You Can Run The Marathon Do This

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Written By Ali Marty

Season 2 of Running to the Castle Podcast w/ Dr. Ali Marty

Episode 181 Do You Really Need to Run 26.2 in Training to Finish a runDisney Marathon? runDisney Races

In this episode of Running to the Castle, Dr. Ali tackles a belief that keeps so many slow, back of the pack, or injury-prone runDisney runners stuck in fear…the idea that you have to run 26.2 miles in training to prove you can finish a marathon. 

Dr. Ali breaks down why late-cycle full marathon training runs actually increase injury risk and decrease your chances of feeling good on race day. 

She explains why training for time on your feet instead of total mileage is a smarter, safer strategy for runners expecting long finish times, especially those training for Dopey, Goofy, or Marathon Weekend. 

She walks through the math, the physiology, and the mindset shift that allows you to build confidence without burning yourself out…so race day truly becomes your victory lap.

Ali Marty

Hi! I’m Dr. Ali. I’ve been in the health and wellness space since graduating with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2012. I’m a runDisney runner on a journey to running magical miles and helping other slow, back-of-the-pack runners do the same.

https://dralipt.com
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