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In this episode of Running to the Castle, Dr. Ali explains why you should not run a half marathon to train for a half marathon or a 5K to train for a 5K. 

She shares how repeating race distance too often leads to burnout, injury, and loss of motivation instead of better performance. 

Using examples from soccer training and Greek mythology, Dr. Ali illustrates how breaking training into smaller, focused sessions builds strength and endurance more effectively than constantly doing full-distance runs. 

She reminds runners that her free training plans intentionally cap long runs at about 70 percent of race distance to build time on your feet without exhausting your body. 

Dr. Ali also shares a quick life update about moving, taking a short podcast break, and getting back on schedule with new episodes twice a week.

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  Hi, I'm Dr. Ali
  I've been running for 15+ years and been in the rehab space since 2012 when I earned my Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree. I get injury prone runDisney runners across the finish line without feeling broken.