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Helping Runners Like You Go the Distance

Our elite team of physicians and sports medicine experts provides race-day support to help racers run strong from start to finish. Get trusted care and advice from sports medicine experts — guidance that can help you run your best race, injury-free.

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Race-Day Support That Leads the Pack

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Meet the Medical Team Behind runDisney

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James Scelfo, MD

Dr. Scelfo serves as Medical Director for Disney Endurance Sports, Florida Citrus Sports and the Cholesterol and Coumadin Clinics at AdventHealth Celebration. He keeps abreast of the latest medical technology for preventing, diagnosing and managing diseases and injuries.

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Dyan Welch, ATC

Dyan holds a master’s degree in exercise physiology and previously served as women’s head athletic trainer at UCF. She has also worked for Orlando Miracle in the WNBA and is currently responsible for all aspects of medical logistics and coordination of RunDisney races.

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Blog Articles

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Blogs

3 Keys to Building Running Endurance

Want to run farther for longer? Incorporate these three tips into your training to build endurance, whether you’re training for a 5K or running for fun.

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Blogs

Tips to Perfect Your Running Posture and Stride

No two runners’ forms are exactly alike but focusing on improving posture and stride can help runners reach peak performance and avoid injury.

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Blogs

How to Make Running Fun for the Family

Here are tips from AdventHealth to empower your entire family to lace up, hit the pavement and start feeling whole.
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Run Strong Sports Medicine Care You Can Count On

When you’re training and racing, it can be hard on your body. AdventHealth sports medicine specialists can keep you on the road or trail with trusted advice and expert care. Whether you want to prevent injuries, you need treatment, or you need physical therapy to come back strong, you can count on us.