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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Should You Train for Dopey on Your Own or With a Coach?
In this episode of Running to the Castle, you’ll learn how to decide whether to train for the Dopey Challenge on your own or with a coach.
The Top 3 Training Plan Mistakes Slow Runners Make
In this episode of Running to the Castle, you’ll learn the top 3 mistakes slower runners make that quietly sabotage their progress—even when they’re doing everything “right.”
The Dopey, Goofy, Marathon Survival Trap (And How to Escape It)
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn how to finish Dopey and enjoy training!
Why Traditional Marathon Plans Don’t Work for Slower Runners
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn why slower runners need smarter plans, not harder plans, why running 26 miles before race day won’t guarantee you’re ready, and what you actually need to train for instead.
What No One Tells You About runDisney Corrals
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn what you actually need to know if you’re starting in a later corral, what challenges to plan for, and how to train for weaving, fatigue, and pacing when you’re not running straight from the start line.
The Invisible Mistakes Killing Your Finish Line Dreams
In this episode of Running to the Castle, you’ll learn why you aren’t doing better when it comes to running, even though you’re doing everything right.
Slow Runners Need Smarter Plans, Not Harder Plans
In this episode of Running to the Castle, you'll learn why slower runners don’t need to train harder — they need to train smarter. If you've ever felt the pressure to “make up” for your pace with extra miles, strength sessions, or by pushing through pain, this one’s for you.
Do I Still Get My Dopey Medal If I Get Swept?
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn that if you get swept during the Dopey Challenge at Disney you don’t get the Dopey Challenge medal, and what to do to make sure you do finish the race so you can get all 6 medals.
Why You Break Down at 8 Miles (And How to Stop It)
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn why you always get pain around mile 8 when you’re running.
The Myth of Running More to Get Stronger
In this episode of Running to the Castle you'll learn about the myth of running more automatically making you stronger.
Hypermobile Runners
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn how to keep your body healthy if you’re a hypermobile runner.
runDisney Proof of Time - How to Get Fast Enough
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn how to get a faster proof of time as a slow runner or injury-prone runner so you get a better corral placement.
Fast Enough for Photo Stops
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn how to be fast enough for photo stops at runDisney races like the Disney Marathon.
Make Your Easy Pace Faster, Better, Easier
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn how to make your easy pace easier so running doesn’t feel so hard.
The Real Reason You’re Still Slow (It’s Not What You Think)
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn what’s keeping you from getting faster. You’ll learn the #1 mistake that makes slow runners even slower, when they’re actually trying to get faster. Are you making this mistake?
Recognizing What You’re Doing Is Making You Worse
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn what to do to start recognizing patterns so you can stop getting worse and start to feel better.
5 Signs You're Headed for Another Dopey DNF
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn 5 Signs You’re Going to Not Finish Dopey.
Top 3 Reasons runDisney Runners DNF a Race
In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn the top 3 main reasons RunDisney runners do not finish (DNF) their races: