The Podcast

With Coach Hat firmly in place, this is real talk about whether or not you should take on the next challenge. How do you know you are ready for the next big thing? In this episode, we asses what you should consider before taking on what is next. Spoiler alert, some very unpopular opinions.

While it sounds counterintuitive, taking time off of running is a good long term strategy to maintain a healthy stride.

Heather sits in the “Guest Chair” for this episode as she shares her first experience at RunDisney’s Princess Half Marathon Weekend, this time for the 10k and the 15th anniversary of the Half Marathon.

Heather sits in the “Guest Chair” for this episode as she shares her first experience at RunDisney’s Princess Half Marathon Weekend.

For the first time since Disney Marathon weekend, Heather and Jen have a chance to sit down and catch up with each other. Discussion includes: Future running and race plans, response to our retirement announcement, and the 2024 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend. 

Early in the year, we see an increase in the number of runners to our sport, many of them new to the community. There is a huge learning curve for new runners, and we tend to “run before we walk,” metaphorically. We share what we’ve learned throughout our running journey. 

What are some things you wish YOU knew as a new runner? How will you support new runners to our sport?

RunDisney wraps up their flagship event on the circuit, the WDW Marathon Weekend with the Full Marathon. In this episode Heather and Jen discuss their experiences capping off the Dopey Challenge.

Very special thanks to the following sponsors for the Marathon: Amy, Kate, Sheev, Robyn, Tara, Quinten, Marcea, Faith, Michelle, Colleen, Bill, Jenny, Ashley, Alycia, Rochelle.

RunDisney continues the 2022-2023 Season with the flagship event on the circuit, the WDW Marathon Weekend from Wednesday, January 4th through Sunday, January 8th. In this episode Heather and Jen discuss the Walt Disney World Half Marathon.

Very special thanks to the following sponsors for the Half Marathon: Leigh, Jenny, Katelyn, Sheev, Meredith, Linda, Sarah, Allison, Emilee, and Rochelle.

RunDisney continues the 2022-2023 Season with the flagship event on the circuit, the WDW Marathon Weekend from Wednesday, January 4th through Sunday, January 8th. In this episode Heather and Jen discuss the Walt Disney World 10k.

Very special thanks to Kim, Katie, and Melissa (Sisters Run the World) for sponsoring the 10k miles.

RunDisney continues the 2022-2023 Season with the flagship event on the circuit, the WDW Marathon Weekend from Wednesday, January 4th through Sunday, January 8th. In this episode Heather and Jen discuss some details, the Health and Fitness Expo, and the Walt Disney World  5k.

And Yes, Carissa gave JarOxanspoon a shoutout at the finish line. 

Very special thanks to Emma for sponsoring the 5k miles.

Now that we are seeing a return to what we might call “normal,” we set our sights on the coming year. Learn how goal setting isn’t always a quantifiable goal, plus Heather’s and Jen’s plans for their running journey’s and more.