210. Duane Does the Dopey Challenge! 48.6 Magical Miles Feeling Strong and Having Fun!

  I came, I saw, and I conquered the Dopey Challenge in Disney!  I still am in shock of what an amazingly magical experience this was!  If you would have told me that I would run 48.6 miles in 4 days and run a half marathon the day before a marathon and in that marathon, I would run a sub 3 hour and 45-minute marathon (coming within 4 minutes of my Marathon PR), I would have told you that you were crazy or in this case Dopey!!   I am grateful for this marathon journey I have been on for the past two years, and it is unbelievable how training cycles build on one another like compound interest!   I have so many lessons to share with you so you can make your next marathon or Dopey challenge a rewarding experience like I did and that is why I am sharing my story with you!   In this episode, I share my deep dive reflection on how I was able to have fun, feel strong, and run a fast marathon letting my fitness and durability show all while stopping for some character stops, waking up at 2:00am for 4 days in a row, and having to deal with some unexpected weather and bus challenges.   We at Spark Healthy Runner believe that a well-designed marathon training plan and race day strategy can be the key to unlocking your full potential as a runner. [Download] Marathon Blueprint   [Download] 10 Tips to Crush Your Race We cover all of this and more in this episode: - What is the Disney Dopey Challenge - Disney 5K race recap - Disney 10K race recap - Disney Half Marathon race recap - Marathon race strategy - Disney marathon recap - Lessons learned    Whether you are a seasoned marathoner or looking to do your first runDisney Dopey Challenge, I know there is something you will be able to apply from my experience.   Related Resources Mentioned:   Listen to my previous episode on 5 post marathon mistakes to avoid Listen to my previous episode about my 2nd Marathon Experience Listen to my previous episode about my Cape Cod Marathon Breakthrough Race Listen to my previous episode about running in the heat There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long! Learn them here   Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast?  Submit questions here   Want the structured marathon strength, recovery, nutrition, and run plan with support and accountability to reach your highest potential to crush your marathon or runDisney goals like I did? Book a call and learn more about Healthy Runner coaching here    A big thanks to the Amino Company for your support for this episode!   If you have seen my back to back long runs or strength training workouts for the Dopey challenge on social media, you know that I am always pumped up for the workout because I use PERFORM from the Amino Company.   Clinical studies have shown that Perform helps improve mental focus, peak strength, endurance, reduces fatigue, and increases muscle protein synthesis so you can recover faster from your runs or your strength workouts.   Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 30% off your entire Amino Company order!     Connect with Dr. Duane: - Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner - Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community - Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com - www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website