Countdown to Dopey Day 3 focuses on the most deceptive part of the entire weekend: the 10K and Half Marathon.
After travel, adrenaline, and one race completed, many Dopey Challenge athletes feel confident and strong — and that’s exactly where mistakes begin. In this episode, Coach Jill Bartholomew explains why feeling good early can lead to over-racing, and how disciplined execution on Saturday protects Sunday’s marathon.
In this video, you’ll learn:
Why the 10K’s only job is to get you to the Half Marathon intact
How over-racing Saturday quietly sabotages marathon day
Why crowds, pacers, and adrenaline make the Half Marathon dangerous
How negative pacing protects glycogen and reduces soreness
Why tangents, etiquette, and execution matter more than pace
How to recover properly between races during a multi-day event
If you want to finish the Dopey Challenge strong, Saturday is about patience — not performance.
🎧 This episode is part of the Countdown to Dopey, a race-week series designed to help athletes prepare for the runDisney Dopey Challenge with confidence and intention.
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