One More Run, the Podcast

As long as these amazing guests keep saying yes, we're gonna keep inviting them onto the podcast! This week we're joined by runDisney race announcer John Pelkey and founder/leader of the Pelkey Running Club, Grant. 

Known in the runDisney community for not being "a runner", John and the Pelkey Running Club just ran the St Jude Half Marathon... John's first half marathon! They're going to tell us all about that experience and go even deeper to the importance of community when you take on a big challenge.

Learn more about the Pelkey Running Club at https://pelkeyrunningclub.com and follow on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/pelkeyrunningclub/ 

In this week's episode, we’re switching things up. After a string of incredible guests and race recaps, we're taking it easy and having a nice a "chit-chat" style Q&A to answer the questions you sent in via Instagram and email.

Here are links to some of the things we mentioned in this episode...

• Hats from Candace @Magichatterco
• Our running coach with great videos for stretching @claymurfetperformance
• Shoes we run in: Altra Torin | Altra Experience Flow |  Altra Vanish Tempo

Whether you're curious about what we do for work, our ideal vacation, favorite character stop or just looking for some motivation for your next Disney race, this episode is a fun, personal look behind the scenes. Thanks for being part of this journey with us and thanks for all the questions! 

We are so excited to have Thomas Stokes (one of the Tutu Guys) on the podcast! We're talking with him about strength, nutrition and recovery as well as his coaching programs at Stoked Metabolic Training. We even had a little surprise for him that involved his wife Kim!!

Learn more about Tom's coaching: https://stokes.fit
Tom on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themusclemouse
Kim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themusclemousewife/ 

Did you miss out on runDisney registration? Don't hang up your running shoes just yet! In this episode, we're diving into two options for snagging a sold-out runDisney bib. First, we sit down with Matt from Team #runDis to discuss his legendary Telegram alert system that notifies you the second registration spots become available between now and race day. Matt shares expert tips on how to prepare for grabbing a spot when those spots become available.

We're also joined by our friend Stefanie Shimansky who clues us in on the rewarding feeling that comes with running on behalf of a charity a charity. Whether you want to lock in your spot early or add more purpose to your miles, Stephanie clarifies what it actually takes to join a charity team.

Be sure to check out teamrundis.com to learn more about the telegram alerts, available charity bibs and so much more. To take our  podcast feedback survey, be sure to visit ajanderika.com. Thank you for taking the time to let us know how we can improve the podcast. 

This week we're talking with Chris Twiggs, the Chief Training Officer at Galloway Training Programs. We're going to talk about some things to consider before you sign up for a marathon, half marathon, or any race distance that might be new to you. Or even if you're not new to running, let's pause and take a look at everything on our plate right now before committing to another long distance training cycle.  

We talk with Chris about Jeff Galloway, his legacy, the impact he had not only on runDisney but on the entire sport of running. Jeff's Run Walk Run method has been the thing that has made running possible for so many. Chris also talked about Customized Training through Galloway Training and so much more. It was a really fun conversation. 

Learn more about Customized Training and the all the Galloway resources at jeffgalloway.com

We just got home from the 2026 Princess Half Marathon Weekend, and it was such a special one! This year marked the 10-year anniversary of Erika's very first race ever, which was the 2016 Princess Half Marathon!!  In this episode, we're sharing all the details of our race weekend experience.

In addition to talking about the events of the weekend, we chat for a few minutes about the emotional tributes to Jeff Galloway throughout the weekend and the impact he  had not only on us, but the entire runDisney community and the sport of running.

The big question we're aiming to answer in this episode of the podcast is: It's been 10 years since Erika's first Disney Princess Half Marathon... is it still a fairytale dream come true??

We are so excited for this this episode! We  had a chance to sat down and have a wide-open conversation with a guest about one of the biggest challenges for every runner: balancing a busy life with race training. We are so excited to have Devon from Zip-A-Dee-Tees as our special guest; she joined us to share some of the things she's learned from 10 years of doing runDisney.

Devon offered our listeners a discount code for Zip-A-Dee-Tees. Definitely take advantage of that by entering ONEMORERUN at checkout for 10% your entire order at zipadeetees.com. 

Follow Devon
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Whether you are a seasoned runner or just starting your running journey, we hope this episode helps you feel a little more confident as you navigate and balance your own busy schedule with training for your upcoming race. 

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Friends, welcome to episode 34. This week, we’re diving into everything you need to know about spectating a runDisney race. Whether you’re supporting a loved one or just want to be part of the magic, we’re sharing our personal tips on the "who, what, when, where, and why" of cheering. We talk about the legendary Main Street moment, how to track your runners, and why it’s so important to stick around and cheer for everyone—especially the runners at the back of the pack.

We also have a very special (and very tiny) guest joining us in the studio today—meet June, our new puppy! Plus, catch up with our good friend Trevor who race his first half marathon at Walt Disney World Marathon a few weeks ago. You're gonna love this one and we're so glad you're joining us!

This episode of One More Run, the Podcast is all about the ULTIMATE Disney vacation combo: runDisney and Disney Cruise Line! We're joined by the "DCL Duo," Brian and Sam—Disney Cruise Line experts, fellow podcasters and friends—to help you navigate the logistics of combining a runDisney race weekend with a Disney cruise.

• DCL Experts: As always, we'll get to know Brian and Sam through a fun round of "Would You Rather," where they weigh in on everything from our standard Main Street vs medal question to the best embarkation day snacks on a Disney cruise.
• Vacation Strategy: We'll ask them for tips for choosing the right cruise length and itinerary to complement a runDisney race weekend without burning out.
• Avoiding Pitfalls: They give us some advice on whether to cruise before or after the race and how to prioritize relaxation over "doing it all."
• The Good & The Bad: And we take a quick-hit look at why this "race-cation" is the ultimate reward, along with the honest realities of cost and packing logistics.

Whether you're looking for that post-race relaxation, wondering which of the Disney Cruise Line ships you should be considering or even if you've never considered going on a Disney cruise, this episode is so run and entertaining. 

Be sure to check out the DCL Duo Podcast and follow them on all the things. They're awesome! You can find links it all at www.dclduo.com

We ran the 2026 Disneyland Half Marathon and are here to share all the details about our experience. We talk about what they've improved since our last half marathon experience at Disneyland in 2024, things we love about this race, things that are not our favorite, how the west coast runDisney races compare to the east coast races at Walt Disney World and so much more. Whether you were these running or wising you were there, this episode is a run recap of the last Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend before they  pause the west coast races again.