RTTC #176 Is It Possible to Get Faster for Dopey 2026 in December 2025

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Running to the Castle Dr. Ali answers a listeners question if it’s possible to actually get faster with 5 weeks left before Dopey 2026 race.Dr. Ali dives into the nuance of yes, it is, and no it’s not, possible to get faster about 1 month before Dopey 2026.She discusses aspects such as what has training looked like in the past 5 months leading up to this race, with the caveat that if you’ve done zero training it’s not going to be possible to make leaps and bounds improvements in the final month.Though, she mentions that if training has gone OK and for runners who have trained relatively consistently and gotten up to about 14 or 15 mile long runs with steady mileage build up, and no pain, then yes it could be possible.Dr. Ali mentions her signature Finisher Framework that she uses to get her Stronger.Faster.Finisher. clients across the finish line without feeling broken and breaks down the 3-4 categories she looks at when helping a runner get faster. 6 week Speed ProgramReady to stop panicking about how far ahead of the balloon ladies you are and start actually stopping for character photos? That's what the Back-of-the-Pack Runner's Speed Program is for. Join the Waitlist today to learn more and get first dibs on registration.7 month Stronger. Faster. Finisher. ProgramReady to cross the finish line stronger, faster, and prouder at your next runDisney race? Get personalized support, smarter training, and strategies designed specifically for slow, back-of-the-pack runners who want to build a bigger buffer ahead of the balloon ladies, have time for character photos and energy to enjoy the Disney Parks. Learn more about the Stronger. Faster. Finisher. Program today and be the first to know when doors open!Free ResourcesFollow me on Instagram @rundisneydptJoin the Facebook Community to get training supportCheck out FREE training plans for injury-prone runDisney runners on my website. ...