Customized Training for Run Disney: Insights from Chief Training Officer Chris Twigs

In this episode, we are two months away from the Run Disney Race season and Dopey training has commenced. Chris Twigs, Chief Training Officer of Galloway Productions, discusses his role at Galloway and the importance of customized training plans. He highlights the benefits of these plans, from personalized coaching to community support, and the use of platforms like Final Surge to manage training schedules. Chris offers advice on preparation, emphasizing the significance of long runs, appropriate pacing, and managing setbacks due to life events. He also addresses the reality of participants attempting Disney races without adequate training and the importance of realistic goal-setting for a successful race experience. Chris stresses the value of the training season, referring to race day as the victory lap, and encourages runners to maintain flexibility and seek guidance if required.

00:00 Introduction to Run Disney Race Season
00:14 Role of the Chief Training Officer
00:56 Local Training Programs Overview
01:51 Customized Training Plans
04:28 Community and Support in Customized Training
06:54 Personal Experiences and Testimonials
10:05 Advice for First-Time Marathoners
13:59 Training Requirements for Half and Full Marathons
15:59 The Importance of Customized Training
16:33 Mental Challenges of Long Runs
16:59 Success Stories and Strategies
17:54 Training for Dopey Challenge
23:58 Balancing Training and Life
24:23 Adjusting Training Plans
28:00 The Role of Speed Work and Tempo Runs
32:54 Setting Realistic Goals for Dopey Challenge
34:44 Celebrating the Dopey Challenge