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. Dr. Ali and this podcast are lovers of runDisney and are not affiliated with runDisney.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 17 minutes
- Episodes
- 157
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
RTTC #17 How to Run Longer Runs When You're Injury-Prone
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In this episode I talk about how to run more when you're an injury-prone runner.
- Importance of Long Runs
- Significance of long runs in training for races.
- Increased milea…
RTTC #16 How to Get Faster When You're Injury-Prone
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In this episode I am talking about improving running speed when you're an injury-prone runner
- Getting started: what to work on first
- Speed Workouts
- The 30-20-10 interva…
RTTC #15 How to Train in the Last Month Before Springtime Surprise
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In this episode you'll hear part of a live training I gave going over exactly how to train in the last month before Springtime Surprise.
In this epsidode I talk about:
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RTTC #14 Training for a runDisney Race When You're injury-Prone
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In this episode I'm talking about how to train for a runDisney race even when you're prone to getting hurt or are already injured. Learn what your training plan shoul…
RTTC #13 Strength Training to Prevent Injury for RunDisney Runners
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In today's episode I'm talking about using strength training to prevent injuries.
The Build Phase of a Running Journey
- What it is
- The significance of building strength du…
RTTC #12 Mistakes You May Be Making That Are Keeping Your Injured
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In today's episode I'm going through a list of common mistakes that keep runDisney runners injured so you can avoid making them.
Common Mistakes Include:
- Running mistake…
RTTC #11 Phases of a Running Journey and How To Use Each Phase to Run If You're Injury-Prone
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In this episode I talk about how changing your priority throughout the year let's you heal your injury so you can keep running.
Exploring the Five Phases
- Explanation of …
RTTC #10 Pain Relief Techniques to Do Every Time You Workout
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In this episode I discuss the best ways to get rid of pain from running.
There are 3 Categories of Pain Relief Techniques:
- Massage-Based Relief Technique:
- Use of massage,…
RTTC # 9 Go from Princess to Springtime Surprise Training
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In this episode I outline the exact training plan I gave a client to train for Springtime Surprise Challenge after Princess Half Marathon Weekend Fairytale Challenge.
I…
RTTC #8 - How Long Should I Rest My Injury to Let it Heal?
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In this episode I answer the question "how long should I rest my injury to let it heal before I run again?"
Types of Injuries and Resting Periods:
- Explanation of three c…
RTTC #7 - What Pace Do You Need to Run for runDisney Races?
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Today I am talking about pacing yourself for runDisney races so you can finish the race.
What Pace Do You Need to Keep at Run Disney Races?
- Explanation of the importance…
RTTC #6 - How Should I Run to Prevent Injury (Running Gait)
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In this episode I'm talking about changing your running gait
Changing Your Running Gait
- Discussion on how to change your running gait to prevent injury.
- For Injury-prone …
RTTC #5: Why Do You Get Injured From New Running Shoes
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In today's episode I'm talking about wearing new running shoes and them causing pain
- Why Shoe Choice Doesn't Matter for Injury Prevention:
- Debunking the myth that specif…
RTTC #4 - What is the Best Shoe to Prevent Running Injury
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I am talking about "what is the best shoe to prevent injury or for specific injuries?"
Included:
- The Myth of a Universal Shoe for Injury Prevention:
- Addressing common mis…
RTTC #3: How Fast Should I Run on Race Day?
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In this episode I talk about how fast should you run on race day at runDisney events.
- Use the different types of running training on race day
- How to warm up for a runDis…
RTTC #2: How Do I Know What Corral I'll Be In For runDisney Race
In this episode I talk about runDisney races and how to find out what corral you're in for your race.
- runDisney event guide
- Corral based on bib numbers?
- My understanding as how corrals are…
RTTC #1: Fueling for Disney Princess Weekend
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In this episode I talk about fueling for Disney Princess Fairytale Challenge for injury prone runners, or runners who have struggled with getting injured while trainin…