Stride Sisters Podcast

On today’s episode, we have hit Marathon Weekend peak week! Today, we’re reflecting on the experiences that have led us to a third Marathon for Hannah and third Dopey Challenge for Natalie. We chat about how things look a little different heading into this WDW Marathon Weekend and how what we've learned over the last few years has informed how we're spending these last few weeks of prep. Experienc...

On today’s episode, we're cracking open the 2026 Marathon Weekend Event Guide! We'll share our training updates, count down the days until race weekend, and give you all the must-know details to make your Marathon Weekend unforgettable. From navigating the expo and grabbing your bib to understanding transportation, race courses, gear check, and spectator tips, we've got you covered. We'll also tal...

On today’s episode, we’re kicking things off with a holiday catch-up and, of course, the annual Turkey Trot. We’re also celebrating some big milestones: Natalie officially hit the big 3-0, and… well, Hannah went ahead and got married! And for a super fun main topic inspired by runDisney — but with a twist. If we couldn’t run at Disney, where in the world would we lace up for a race instead? Think...

On today’s episode, we settle into the last week of November 2025 with the ever-quickly approaching races and a Princess Half Marathon Medal reveal. During our main segment, we catch up with Jaimee in talking about conquering her first half marathon this fall. So lace up your shoes and step into the magic with us! SHOW NOTES Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Gro...

On today’s episode, we have a special guest here to talk about her adventure through the concrete jungle where dreams are made of. MaryBeth recaps her experience this year at the New York City Marathon. So, lace up your shoes and step into the magic with us! SHOW NOTES   Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibext...

On today’s episode, it’s time for a Wine and Dine Half Marathon recap in a special two part episode. In part one, we covered our first East Coast race weekend of the season. In part two, we share the new places we stayed, the park experiences, the after party that capped off the weekend, and our travel frazzle adventure home. So, lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us! SHOW NOTES Stri...

On today’s episode, it’s time for a Wine and Dine Half Marathon recap in a special two part episode. In part one, we cover our first East Coast race weekend of the season, from the expo through race day. In part two, we’ll share the new places we stayed, the park experiences, the after party that capped off the weekend, and our travel frazzle adventure home.   SHOW NOTES Stride Sisters Instagram:...

On today’s episode, we are traveling home from Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend, so we’re slithering into the spookiest season of the year — Halloween! But of course, we’re doing it Disney style. We’re imagining how some of our favorite Disney characters would celebrate — from their trick-or-treating routes and costumes to how they’d decorate and what candy they’d be sneaking from their treat b...

Every marathon tells a story — and this week, it’s Natalie’s turn to share hers. From months of training to the roar of the Chicago crowd, Natalie’s race was a reminder of what happens when heart, hard work, and community come together. We’re breaking down her experience mile by mile, from the start line to the final stretch. So, lace up your shoes and step into the magic with us!   Show Notes Str...

On today’s episode, we’re joined by filmmaker and storyteller Andres Vargas, the creative force behind the newly released documentary called Crossing Your Line. We chat about the inspiration behind the project, what it was like bringing reality of training for a marathon and the magic of race weekends to the screen, and some incredible stories that remind us why the runDisney community is so speci...

On today’s episode, we’re putting our runner instincts to the test with a little game we’re calling Riskin' It for the Biscuit! Every runner has faced those pre-race temptations — from wearing something brand new on race day, to skipping your warm-up because the corrals are packed, or eating that questionable spicy dinner the night before. We’ll be deciding which running gambles are worth the risk...

On today’s episode, we are discussing the Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend 2025 event guide, which kicks off our race season together. Join us as we break down everything from the expo to the course changes for the races and that awesome post-race party.   Runner Tracking: https://track.rtrt.me/e/WDW-WD-2025 Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://ww...

On today’s episode, we begin with exciting updates related to marathon goals for both of us. Then, we chat about Disney news before welcoming a special guest who has also completed the Chicago Marathon, Tony Rappel. Tony and Hannah share their experiences from the Chicago Marathon and give me a crash course on what to expect as a complete newbie to the World Marathon Major stage. So lace up your s...

On today’s episode, we start with a mega training update, some Disney news, and a slight spiral about the upcoming Chicago Marathon. Then, things are getting a little spooky as we share all the thrills, chills, and miles of Natalie’s Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon weekend recap. So grab your candy, lace up your shoes… and step into the magic with us! 🎃👟✨   Stride Sisters Instagram: instagra...

On today’s episode, we are joined by special guests from the Hyperion Adventures Podcast! Tom and Michelle host a weekly podcast that centers around all things Disney, from coast to coast, to the cruise ships, and beyond! So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!   Show Notes Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g...

On today’s episode, we’re covering a lot of ground — starting with the Sydney Marathon’s first appearance as an Abbott World Major. Shoutout to any of our listeners who ran it! Then we’re diving headfirst into the flood of Disney and Destination D23 news. Of course, we wrap it all up by looking ahead to the upcoming runDisney season, including responses from our lovely listeners. Stick around, bec...

On today’s episode, the dog days of summer are upon us, which definitely threw a wrench into some of our training plans. Not all is lost though, since there has been some progress on the ongoing shoe saga. Then we talk about some announcements regarding the Disney news this week. Yes, we’re going to talk about Buzz Lightyear. Finally, we close off the week with a discussion on the upcoming Destina...

Welcome to the Stride Sisters Podcast! On today’s episode, we hop into our rocketship and head to Area 51 to talk about the half marathon that Hannah ran this past weekend, where the costumes were plentiful, the weather had a mind of its own, and survival became the name of the game. From 90-degree heat to a monsoon that turned the course into a slip-n-slide, Hannah’s race was anything but ordinar...

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Greg from the Rise and Run Podcast! Not only is he a runDisney regular, he’s also the editing mastermind behind one of the community’s most beloved shows. We’re chatting about his running journey, behind-the-scenes podcast magic, Disney favorites, and more. So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!   SHOW NOTES   Greg’s Marathon Weekend Fundraiser:...

On today’s episode, we’re discussing the 2025 Halloween Half Marathon Weekend Event Guide. It feels so right to already be chatting about the first event guide of the 2025-2026 runDisney race season that we just had to get this out the day after it released. Join us as we break down everything from yoga to the expo to the races themselves … and all those magical details in between. So lace up your...

On this week’s episode of the Stride Sisters Podcast, your two hosts are digging into their roots and breaking out the spreadsheets - and the girl math - to figure out if a Walt Disney World Annual Pass is actually worth it for runDisney runners. Plus, enjoy a trip on the Concorde (which gets you here in half the time!) as we take a hard left into The Parent Trap territory in honor of its annivers...

On today’s episode, we’re joined by one of the sweetest and sparkliest members of the runDisney community—Sarah from @blondie_intheparks! She’s a Disney bride, a former Cast Member, a proud Main Street Marathoner, and someone who knows how to bring the magic to every race weekend. We’re talking about everything from her very first runDisney race to running with her husband, the story behind her dr...

On today’s episode, Natalie is flying solo! There are Springtime Surprise Themes, Wine and Dine Medals, and a sprinkle of Disneyland memories in honor of the 70th this week to chat about - oh my!  So lace up your shoes, and step into the magic with us!   Show Notes Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwX...

On today’s episode, we’re diving into Hannah’s first-ever Peachtree Road Race—what it’s like to run the world’s largest 10K, on the 4th of July, in the Atlanta heat, with 60,000 of your closest sweaty friends! Get ready because she’s sharing all of the peachy details, and surprises along the way. Stride Sisters Instagram: instagram.com/stridesisterspodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/...

On today’s episode, we’re celebrating 50 episodes and one year of the Stride Sisters Podcast!! What started as friends rambling about runDisney has grown into something so much bigger—a community full of support, laughter, and so much love. We’ve decided to commemorate the occasion with our very first Ask Us Anything episode - thanks to all of you, we’ve got plenty to chat about as we reminisce ab...