Any Given Runday

For a bit of companionship on the way into Dublin City Centre this morning, hear from your fellow Dublin Marathon Runners as well as a bit of insight into behind the scenes on what makes Dublin so special as we interview Joan McTiernan and Dave Hudson, two very key members in making it all happen! 

Best of luck from all of us at AGR today to everyone taking on the Dublin Marathon, especially our Fantastic Four, and we promise not to give Seán any airtime if he does his usual of taking off too fast and su...

It's the preview of the Dublin Marathon 2025, and we have a 2:21 Dublin Marathon runner and, just as impressive, a third appearance on the Any Given Runday Podcast, Michael Fox (@runningfox26.2 on Instagram), back with us to break down the biggest running event of the year and give you the tips to help you thrive on the big day

Some of the topics discussed, including live questions from our listeners, include:

08:57 Travel Tips for Race Day
12:01 Carb Loading Strategies
14:59 Managing Phantom Niggles
18:02 Mindset at the Starting Line
20:58 Pacing Strategies for the Marathon<...

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Dr. Sarah Kelly (@sarahke11y_ on Instagram). Sarah has a masters and PHd in Clinical Exercise Physiology from DCU, is the co-founder of Herology, has partnered with Irish Life Health with Irish Life Health Schools Fitness Challenge for years, as well as partnering with them for Wellfest for the last two years

Sarah shares her journey from a background in sports and exercise physiology to becoming a passionate runner and advocate for women's health. She discusses her experiences with marathon training, the importance of nutrition and recovery...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, experienced marathon runners and DCM Pacers Jamie Killeen & Anne Jennings talk all things Dublin Marathon 2025 related and answer your questions 

20:00 Introduction to the DCM Pacers
21:00 Personal Running Journeys: From Beginners to Experienced Runners
25:23 Learning from Mistakes: The Evolution of a Runner
26:43 Experiences in Marathons: Challenges and Lessons Learned
30:53 Mental Strategies for Endurance: Overcoming the Last 10K
35:31 The Role of Pacers: Supporting Fellow Runners
38:03 Pacing Challenges and Solutions
40:37 Marathon Morning Strategies
42:28 Positioning at the Start Line
44:17 Managing Large Pace G...

We catch up with the Fantastic 4 as we hit the Final Countdown to the Dublin Marathon 2025. Going through the journeys of Aoife, Cliodhna, Conor and Shane, we discuss various aspects of dublin marathon preparation, including tapering strategies, injury recovery, mental preparation, pacing, nutrition, and the importance of community support. They share personal experiences and insights, providing valuable tips for runners preparing for Dublin

00:00 Tapering Strategies and Experiences
09:44 Injury Recovery and Marathon Preparation
19:14 Marathon Day Nerves and Logistics
20:55 Planning for Race Day
23:26 The Importance of Group Dynamics
25:53 Pacing Strategies and Personal Plans
29:00...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Sean Collier (@seanyc85 on instagram) shares his running 100 miles around the Ring of Kerry to raise funds for ACT for Meningitis. 

Sean also talks about his journey from Gaelic football to becoming an endurance runner. He discusses the role of CrossFit in his training and his experiences with marathons and ultra-marathons. He talks about the 100k challenge he did last year and how it pushed him on to this year's target. He emphasises the privilege of being able to run and the community support that drives him forward. Duration: 00:57:09

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Rob Dwyer (@rob__dwyer on Instagram) shares his journey from hurling to triathlon, detailing his experiences in various competitions, including Ironman Wales and the Triathlon World Championships. He discusses the challenges he faced, particularly in swimming, and the importance of coaching and proper nutrition. Rob also opens up about his health struggles, including hemochromatosis and the impact of relative energy deficiency syndrome (RED-S) on his training. As he looks to the future, Rob emphasises the importance of recovery and setting goals in his athletic journey.

13:30 Introduction to Rob...

In this episode of the Any Given Day podcast, registered dietitian Niamh Culhane (@nc_nutrition on Instagram) shares her journey from a casual fitness enthusiast to a competitive endurance athlete. She discusses the differences between dietitians and nutritionists, the importance of proper fuelling during endurance training, and the role of sugar in athletic performance. Niamh emphasises the significance of individualised nutrition, the impact of PCOS on dietary needs, and the necessity of strength training for overall health and longevity. She also provides practical tips for race day nutrition and encourages listeners to be proactive in their training and nutrition...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Emmet McNamara (@emmet.mcnamara on Instagram) shares his unique journey from being a successful jockey to becoming a competitive runner with a 15:03 5k to his name. He discusses the challenges and mindset required in both sports, the importance of coaching with Emmet Dunleavy and structured training, training with Fethard AC and representing Ireland in the World Masters Running Championships. Emmet also highlights the accessibility of mountain running, through IMRA and the supportive community surrounding it, while sharing his future goals in the sport.

13:50 Introduction to Emmet McNamara
16:54...

In this episode, Eric and Seán are joined by the Fantastic Four in Aoife, Cliodhna, Conor and Shane to discuss their training journeys leading up to the Dublin Marathon, sharing personal experiences of health setbacks, accidental marathons, adapting training plans, using the bike for marathon training, running shoes, the REAL key to staying injury free that you can only find in Tipperary and much more.

We catch up on:

Shane experiencing health setbacks but remaining optimistic about his marathon goal.

Aoife's "accidental marathon" which taught her about pacing and mental resilience.
Duration: 01:08:10

This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Rachel Abernethy (@runnergirlrach on Instagram), an accomplished runner with multiple marathons and ultramarathons under her belt. Rachel shares her journey into running, the importance of community, and her experiences with major marathons, having run London (twice!) and Chicago. 

She discusses the role of Parkrun in her training, her major marathon goals, running the San Francisco marathon and the joys of running as a lifestyle. Rachel also offers insights into her goals for upcoming races, her role with Asics, the Phoenix Flyers Run Club and encourages new runners t...

This week, we welcome a great friend to the podcast in Munro Ruigrok. But he also deserves to be on the podcast in his own right, from running mulitple marathons, the Camino and running the Dublin Marathon this year for Chime (Ireland’s national Deaf charity) in support of his son, Colton. 

Munro talks about getting into running, meeting Eric and the running scene in Dubai and taking on the Camino!

He also talks about running the Dublin Marathon this October wearing strong noise-cancelling headphones, without sound in symbolic recognition of the deaf experience, and to<...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Seán and Eric welcome Enda Kilgallon, a senior physiotherapist and clinical lead at Premier Physiotherapy (@premierphysiotherapy on Instagram). Enda shares his journey from team sports to becoming a successful runner and triathlete. The conversation delves into the importance of strength and conditioning, proper nutrition, and the role of mobility in a runner's training regimen. Enda emphasises the significance of running technique and gait analysis in preventing injuries and improving performance. He also discusses the benefits of cross training and shares insights on fueling strategies for long-distance runners. The episode c...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast we welcome Will Boyle (@wboyledub on Instagram). Will shares his inspiring journey from battling addiction to becoming a successful runner. He discusses the pivotal moments that led him to embrace running as a lifeline, the importance of coaching in his training, and why he loves the Dublin Marathon. `He talks about the training that helped him become a 2:39 Marathon runner as well as having a 16:02 5k PB, all under the coaching of Gary O'Hanlon. 

22:00 Will Boyle
28:16 The Turning Point: Confronting Addiction
35:36 Rehabilitation and Rediscovery: Finding Purpose i...

This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we sit down with Carl Duffy (@carl.duffy98 on Instagram) and Mark Campbell (@markcampbell1998 on Instagram), the dynamic duo behind the Swords Running Club (@swordsrunningclub). Discover how they transformed a casual conversation over a few pints into a thriving community of over 200 members, fostering inclusivity and support for runners of all levels. From personal stories of overcoming mental health challenges, training for your first marathon in Dublin, and running in a sea of purple, Carl and Mark share their journey and insights on building a supportive running community.

[11:00] Introduction...

The Fantastic Four: Aoife, Cliodhna, Conor and Shane are back to give us an update on how their training is going for the Dublin Marathon, with a lot of focus on this week's episode on the importance of consistency, injury management, and nutrition. 

They share personal stories about their training progress, the challenges of balancing life and running, the excitement of upcoming races and a HUGE nutrition mistake the lads have made (and Seán continues to make!)

00:00 Introduction and Celebration of Achievements
02:49 Training Consistency and Building Mileage
05:56 Injury Management and Recovery Strategies Duration: 00:54:15

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Ciara Foy (@ciarafoy.x on Instagram), who is a marathon runner and Hyrox Pro Athlete.

Ciara discusses her journey from playing football, battling with body image issues, and overcoming an eating disorder, to achieving a sub-three-hour marathon in Dublin two weeks before coming third in her AG in Hyrox Pro, giving her a qualification and competing in the Hyrox World Championships in Chicago. Ciara shares her insights on the importance of proper fuelling, training for both marathons and Hyrox events, and the significance of understanding women's health...

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome seasoned triathlon athlete and coach Ambrose Duggan (@westmeath_ironman_irl on Instagram).

With nine full Ironmans and fifteen 70.3 events completed across multiple continents at the time of recording, Ambrose shares his inspiring journey into the Ironman world. 

He discusses his entry into the world of triathlon, the challenges of balancing intense training with work and family life, and the importance of mental health. Ambrose talks about the fear of starting a race and the challenges the swim can present, how he trains, what you might n...

This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Fiona Everard (@fionaeverard on Instagram), an Irish national cross country champion who has represented Ireland internationally. 

Fiona recounts her inspiring journey from childhood running to overcoming serious injuries, breaking the sub-16 barrier in a 5K, and winning the Cork City Sports Athlete of the Year in 2023. Fiona shares her experiences with cross country and track, her training regimen, and her future aspirations in the world of running. 

13:00 Introduction to Fiona Everett
15:05 Balancing Sports and Choosing Running
19:21 Dealing with Injuries and Recovery
25:57 Making a...

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Behind Every Runner, There's A Reason

Four Voices. Four Different Journeys to One Start Line

On this special Thursday episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we dive into the journeys of four marathon runners preparing for the Dublin Marathon this year.

Meet our Fantastic Four:
Conor (@conor.sweeney_ on Instagram)
Cliodhna (@cliodhnaruane on Instagram)
Aoife (@amcgmic on Instagram)
Shane (@sodruns23 on Instagram)

Each with unique backgrounds and goals. From first-time marathoners to seasoned runners, each participant shares their training plans, challenges, and...

We are delighted to welcome back Michael Fox (@runningfox26.2 on Instagram), an elite marathon runner who ran a seriously impressive 2:21 in the Dublin Marathon last year, achieved the runner-up spot at the Cork City Marathon a few weeks ago and was the winner of the recent Clonee 10k.

In this episode, Michael shares invaluable insights into marathon training, from the importance of consistent training and optimal fueling strategies to overcoming the psychological challenges of racing. Michael delves deep into the transformation journey to becoming a top marathon runner. He also discusses the importance of having a support...

This week's guest on the Any Given Runday Podcast is Aisling Ryan (@aisling_r on Instagram), Aisling boasts multiple podium finishes in half marathons with a 1:18 PB along with a 35:50 10K. She was also a leader in Cork City Half Marathon 2025

In this episode, Aisling talks about her early love for sports, overcoming a severe illness, and finding her passion for running during COVID. Discover how running became her escape, her experiences with local running clubs, and why she excels in the half marathon race. Aisling also opens up about her struggle with an eating disorder, the...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Eoin Sheehan (@eoinsheehan on Instagram), a cook, nutritionist, athlete, and entrepreneur.

Eoin  is a cook, nutritionist, athlete, and entrepreneur, founding the meal prep company, Country Munch, and is a TV chef  with Virgin Media on the six o'clock show. After vlogging his  training for the Dublin Marathon last year, he recently completed his first Ultra Martin in Wicklow, and as of recording the intro to this episode on Sunday, he was in the middle of his first Ironman in the Netherlands.

Eoin shares his journe...

This week Any Given Runday podcast we welcome Sammy Lupari (@readyforanything.365 on Instagram) Sammy is an ex elite solider turned coach, and a dad of 4, who recently came third in the Norn Iron 100, has represented Ireland in the BYU World Satellite Championships as well as coming 6th in the All Ireland Backyard Ultra last August with an incredible 34 hours and 230km plus of running

In this episode, Sammy shares his transition from military life to coaching, his incredible endurance feats, and the impact of sport on his life and mental health. He also opens up about managing...

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we have Sian Seccombe (@siansecc on Instagram). Sian has a masters in sports nutrition, is a marathon runner, a content creator who makes videos on the science behind your training and the host of The Fuelled Runner Podcast.

Sian discusses her journey in sports, from her childhood involvement in various sports to her university days focused on netball and running. She shares insights into the importance of fuelling your body correctly for training, the misconceptions around weight loss and marathon training, and the significance of proper post-run nutrition. Sian...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome runner, entrepreneur and content creator Cian Charlton (@ciancharlton on Instagram)

Cian is a sub 3 hour marathon runner who recently came 3rd in the Great Ireland run with an incredible 33:57 time, 2nd in the Westport half marathon and winner of the Another Way 5k. If you don’t know him for his running content, including that video of him reccing the Dublin half marathon this year on his bike, which I think we all saw, you might know him as the owner of 35 Vintage, in Fade Street.

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Colleen Keogh (@colleen.keogh on Instagram), a coach, runner, and actor.  

Colleen has worked in the fitness industry across Scotland, Australia, Canada and now F45 in Ireland. She is a member of the 100 mile club, coming 2nd in the Belfast 24 Ultra with a 3rd place finish in the Longford ultra marathon and winning the 120k Belfast to Derry Ultra!

We discuss Colleen's incredible achievements in ultra marathons, her thoughts on the mental and physical challenges of endurance running, the importance of proper nutrition, her future r...

On this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, Eric announces all the details for our second AGR Marathon Group Trip and gives the two week countdown until packages go on sale on June 1st.

Keep up to date by going to AnyGivenRunday.com and following us on Instagram @anygivenrundaypodcast

This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories and their new Sports Recovery Kit. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store or visit their new online store

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This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Dr Aisling Farrell (@draislingfarrell on Instagram). Aisling has 10 years of clinical experience as a doctor, while she has also achieved a master’s in sports and exercise medicine at UCC, combining them both to launch Ireland’s first lifestyle medicine clinic specifically designed for athletes.

03:57 Aisling's Athletic Journey
05:58 CrossFit vs. High Rocks
08:03 Challenges of Bikini Bodybuilding
11:03 Balancing Career and Training
12:24 Common Mistakes and Overtraining
20:19 Importance of Sleep for Athletes
27:01 Managing Post-Marathon Fatigue
29:08 Mental Health Strategies for Athletes
31:13 Navigating Diet and...

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 Our next guest on the Any Given Runday podcast is international ultra runner and running coach, John O'Regan (@johnoregan777 on Instagram). John has represented Ireland on the European and world stage, including in the Anglo Celtic plate, 100km Championships and World Trail Championships. He's a multiple time Irish 24 hour running champion and has also run a marathon on seven continents running in every type of climate and terrain imaginable. He is on the advisory panel with  Athletics Ireland for ultrarunning, and is the host of the No Finish Line Podcast. 

In this episode, John shares his insights on...

This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Jason Williamson (@jasonwilliamsonultra on Instagram). Jason is a pilot turned endurance runner and aviation entrepreneur who has podiumed in numerous races, including the Kerry Way Ultra and the Double Mountain Trail Running Festival. He has the fastest known time for running the length of Ireland and is gearing up for his biggest challenge yet: 4,000 kilometres across Australia starting this August.

In this episode, Jason shares his transformation from a 5K runner to tackling ultra-marathons, the motivation behind his demanding races, and his upcoming adventure Down Under. Tune...

This week on Any Given Runday podcast we have Ironman World Champion, Becky Woods (@beckswoods on Instagram) . Becky has gone from representing Ireland on a European stage and cross country to dominating the world stage in Ironman 70.3 with multiple AG wins, including the European Championships in Estonia 2023 and the World Championships in New Zealand in 2024. 

Becky discusses her journey from swimming, gymnastics, and basketball to her current dominance in Ironman 70.3 events. She shares anecdotes about her transition to triathlons, overcoming injuries, and training during the pandemic. Becky also reveals the mental and physical challenges of preparing for a...

This week, we have not one, but two guests on the Any Given Runday Podcast .Our first guest despite losing his sight at aged 10, has gone on to represent Ireland in two sports, as well as becoming a multiple-time National Champion in Paratriathlon & has podiumed on the World Stage with his guide, coach,friend and second guest of the podcast who has competed internationally as a professional triathlete, has a  level 3 triathlon qualifiation and has a masters degree in sports & exercise physiology, Donnacha McCarthy & Sean Husband (@allthewaytola on Instagram). 

Donnacha lost his sight at age 10 but went on...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Sean and Eric dive into their experience at the inaugural Dublin City Half Marathon over the weekend. They discuss their feelings pre and post-race, the organisation of the event, their race performances, the overall atmosphere and interactions with fellow runners. 

00:45 Race Day Preparations and Challenges

02:40 Starting Line Feel

04:15 Navigating the Course

08:16 Community Support and Atmosphere

09:46 Mid-Race Reflections and Strategies

14:04 Hydration and Those Plastic Cups

17:54 Running with Headphones

26:06 Pushing Through the Half Marathon When You’re...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome running coach Barry Mullin (@barrym_running_ on Instagram). Barry shares his impressive journey from running his first marathon at 19 to achieving a personal best time of 3 hours and 2 minutes. He discusses the impact of having a pacemaker, his studies in sports science, and offers invaluable tips for runners of all levels. Barry emphasises the importance of consistency, patience, and the benefits of cross-training.
 
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced marathoner, Barry’s insights are sure to inspire and educate.

15:49 Barry's Early Running Journey

On this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, Eric and Seán, fresh off the night of celebrating running the Barcelona Marathon and the first AGR Marathon Trip, discuss how they got on and how the Barcelona Marathon compares to Dublin.

Thank you to everyone who trusted us and travelled with us for our inaugural marathon trip! It has been a fantastic experience that has far exceeded our expectations! 

00:53 Barcelona Marathon Experience

01:16 Travel and Organization Challenges

03:55 Expo Adventures and Pre-Race Preparations

09:15 Race Day: From Start to Finish

This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Niamh Fitzpatrick (@niamh.fitzpatrick on Instagram), an accomplished fitness coach, personal trainer, ultra runner, trail runner, and martial artist. 

From running 100K in the Dublin BYU to back-to-back ultras and earning her purple belt in Jiu-Jitsu all in the previous 12 months, Niamh shares how she balances various passions. Dive into her rigorous training routines, her love for sea swimming and yoga, and how she aims for podium finishes. If you're looking for motivation and practical advice on fitness and endurance, this episode is a must-listen!

Duration: 00:58:57

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we dive into the journey of Seán McFadden (@seanmcfadden247 on Instagram), a fitness coach and accomplished cyclist with an impressive résumé, including three Rás finishes, second Irishman Everesting and winning The Race. 

Seán shares his humble beginnings, transitioning from a non-athlete to a marathon runner, triathlete, and eventually a seasoned cyclist. He narrates his experiences in various races, including the brutal Donegal Ultra 555 and the infamous Rás stage race. Sean also discusses his life-changing move to Dubai for 5 years, his involvement in establi...

In this Any Given Runday podcast episode, Eric and Seán chat with Ken O'Driscoll (@Coached_By_Ken on Instagram), a running coach, ultra runner, and founder of Cherry Orchard Running Club (@cherryorchardrunningclubd10 on Instagram)

Ken, the reason you see all those orange t-shirts at events all over the country, shares his inspiring journey of overcoming addiction through running and discusses the impact of the Cherry Orchard Running Club on the community. He also details his experiences with ultramarathons, Ironman competitions, and the challenges of starting a running club. Ken talks about his commitment to helping others f...

This week on the Any Given Runday podcast we are joined by Fergal Guihen (@Rossie_to_Aussie on Instagram), who is 11 months into a 23,000-kilometre cycling journey from Roscommon to the Sydney Opera House, Australia, raising over €50,000 so far for Northwest Stop Suicide Prevention and Mayo Roscommon Hospice. From overcoming a torn ACL 6 months before taking off to pedalling through the Alps, sandstorms, desert heat and the Tibetan Plateau with temperatures reaching as low as minus 22 degrees! Fergal shares captivating stories of endurance, cultural encounters, bike mishaps and acts of kindness. 


13:34 Meet Fergal Guihen
15:17 From GAA...

In this Any Given Runday Podcast episode, we welcome Suzanne Kenny (@suzanneyoga4all on Instagram), an ultra mountain runner and aerial yoga teacher. Suzanne has represented Ireland twice in European trail competitions, won the Donadea 50K in 2016, and claimed the title thrice at the Art O'Neill Challenge. Join us as Suzanne shares her journey from a varied sports background, including Irish dancing and horse riding, to discovering her talent for mountain running, often winning races. Suzanne also delves into how she incorporates yoga and strength training into her routine, emphasising the benefits of aerial yoga for recovery and overall...

On a special Thursday episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we are delighted to welcome Anto Lee to talk about his ultra running, the 24 hour Irish Championships in Leixlip in April and the Donadea 50k Irish Championships this Saturday (click HERE for race day info)

From the history of the race, how the rules came about to last minute tips, it's a must listen for not only those doing the event this weekend but for those that are interested in trying it in future years

Good luck to everyone Saturday trying to get in...

For our 250th episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Ger Copeland (@gercopeland and @work.it.out2025), a phenomenal marathon runner who has completed over 300 marathons and won over 70 of them. Ger shares his incredible journey, from what lead to his first marathon to founding the Dublin Bay Running Club and his insane marathon challenges in Howth to raise funds. shares his incredible journey, from his early love for running to founding the Dublin Bay Running Club and East of Ireland Marathons. Despite suffering a severe skiing injury that led to a stroke and brain haemorrhages, Ger’s...

This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Aoife Fay (@aoife.in.training on Instagram) as she shares her remarkable journey from her early days in the Irish Pony Club to Tetrathlon, Pentathlon, Triathlon, and now dominating the Hyrox World. 

Aoife talks about her competitiveness in her early years as an athlete, from receiving a scholarship to getting burned out in Triathlons, and how that journey led her to Hyrox. She shares her strategic approach to training and how it has evolved over the years, and she goes into great detail about what it takes t...

In this Any Given Runday podcast episode, we welcome Jeff Brazier (@jeffbrazier on Instagram), a former professional footballer turned TV presenter who has appeared on shows such as I'm a Celebrity, Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins and Celebrity Race Across The World. He is also a very active father, a life coach, and a football coach.

Jeff shares his diverse experiences, from professional football to his love of running, the importance of staying active, and his involvement in the Save Our Souls (@saveoursoleshq on Instagram) community, which aims to destigmatise foot health for runners. Jeff provides valuable...

After Seán talks about the Art O'Neill cancellation, why he should not do it in May (even though he is tempted), and the Donadea Half Marathon over the weekend, Eric catches up with Rachael Smyth and her incredible performance in last month's Ironman World Championships! 

Rachael and Eric discuss the challenges of training across continents, the pressures and triumphs of racing, and Rachael's HUGE future plans in the sport!

11:03 Rachel's Triathlon Journey 

21:51 Race Day Experiences 

24:37 Training and Preparation 

26:36 Mental Toughness and Endurance 

33:12 Balancing Training and Life 

45...

In the first episode of 2025, Sean and Eric discuss New Year's resolutions, Art O'Neill Challenge, 75 Hard, Running Motivation, and the realities of staying active even in challenging conditions. 

While Eric was trying to find working treadmills in Vietnam, Sean talks about his own struggles with training over Christmas, including recces for the upcoming Art O'Neill Challenge. They also touch on the pressures of setting goals, balancing life changes, and the importance of small, consistent habits as well as winning an award at the Irish Pod Awards

00:00 New Year, Same Us

00:23 The Motivation Dilemma Duration: 00:39:09

We're not waiting till next Monday to drop this one!

In this special Christmas episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we reflect on the year and answer your Instagram questions, including about our favourite races and events from the past year. We also share our race goals and plans for 2025, including the highly anticipated AGR Group Barcelona Marathon and other major events.

We got a great, wide variety of questions. Thank you to everyone who submitted a question! 

We also tackle various listener-submitted questions on topics ranging from balancing strength training with r...

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome ultra runner Shane Furlong (@run_for_long_shane on Instagram). Shane has completed several ultra marathons, including the 80K Ecotrail, the 200K Kerryway Ultra, and the gruelling 300K Northern Traverse in 104 hours and 16 minutes with just five hours of sleep, and shares his experiences and motivations. 

He discusses juggling ultra running with fatherhood, the mental and physical challenges faced during extreme races, and his transition from road to trail running. We go into detail on some of the crazy races he has done, and his e...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we sit down with Saoirse O'Brien (@saoirse.ob on Instagram), an elite national champion and Irish national champion in triathlon, who is representing her country in the European elite senior sprint triathlon championships and the world university championships. At only 20 years old, Saoirse shares her journey from starting sports like GAA and tennis, to excelling in swimming and running, and finally transitioning into triathlon. She talks about her challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, handling injuries, and balancing her training with her studies as a physiotherapy student. Join us as Saoirse...

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome movement specialist Brian O'Loughlin (@brian_o_loughlin on Instagram), who discusses his journey from dealing with chronic shoulder pain to co-founding Movement 101, which has rebranded to TELOS. Brian shares the core principles of their program—Weaponise Your Body, Raise Your Standards, Live with Purpose—and emphasises the importance of holistic health, including strength training, nutrition, sleep, and responsibility. He highlights the significance of education in understanding and managing pain, the role of mindset in recovery, and the misconceptions around mobility and physical fitness. The conversation also explores Bria...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Owen Mulrane, a seasoned fitness professional with over 17 years of experience in the personal training industry and now venturing into bespoke Online Coaching, Owen Mulrane (@owen_mulrane_fitness on Instagram). 

Owen shares his journey from working in gyms across Ireland to climbing the ranks at Ultimate Performance in the UK. Now back in Ireland, he's diving into online coaching and has conquered the 80K Eco Trail in Wicklow. We discuss the difference, if any, between the standards between Ireland and the UK regarding the fitness industry, t...

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome the formidable Aisling Wyer, (@aislingwyer on Instagram) an accomplished triathlete, who has an impressive record of achievements, including winning the AG Cork Ironman in 2022, the 2023 AG Sprint Distance Champion, and the overall winner of Ironman Italy in 2024. Coming from a sporty family, she only started triathlons in 2019 and quickly rose to the top. Aisling shares her journey, training schedules, overcoming challenges, and the importance of club support and coaching. From her early days up to her victorious Ironman in Italy, Aisling delves into the emotional and physical aspects of...

In this week's Any Given Runday Podcast episode, we welcome personal trainer, running coach, hiker, marathon runner, and co-founder of the Coffee Running Naas, Killian Andersen (@coach_killo on Instagram). Killian shares his journey from being a football enthusiast to a seasoned marathon runner, detailing his transition from gym training to running marathons. He opens up about his motivations, training methods, and challenges. We discuss the mental hurdles of transitioning to longer distances, the importance of community in running, and tips for those training for marathons. Killian also reveals his future plans, including a remarkable 100km run on New...

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Rachel Conway (@rc_running_coach on Instagram), an online marathon coach with a BSc in Psychology and a Masters in Clinical Psychology. 

Rachel shares her first marathon experience, detailing the physical and mental challenges she faced, including a partially torn Achilles. We also touch on broader issues such as the underrepresentation of women in marathon running, the psychological benefits of running and balancing athletic training with pregnancy. Rachel emphasises the importance of self-awareness, realistic goal-setting, and maintaining a healthy relationship with running tools like Strava. Duration: 01:12:11

On this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome David Carter, who is taking on the Ultra 300 Challenge in memory of his dad. David will run six ultramarathons across six counties over six consecutive days in the hope to raise €60,000 for the Dillon Quirke Foundation, Alzheimer's Society of Ireland, and Young Ireland's GAA in Kilkenny.

Listen as David shares his inspiration, preparation, and journey through this incredible challenge.

David starts his Ultra 300 Challenge on Monday, November 4th

You can donate and learn more from the Challenge by visiting David's website: Ul...

On this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast fresh off doing the Dublin Marathon and feeling not so fresh from that and the pints after, Seán talks to Eric about all things Dublin Marathon 2024.

As well as thoughts on changes to the course and how he suffered in the second half of the race, we talk about how our recent guests got on as well as the incredible atmosphere that is The Friendly Marathon

You can follow us on Instagram @anygivenrundaypodcast

This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories and their n...

Ultimate Dublin Marathon Prep: Tips, Strategies, and Motivation for the Big Day in 2024!

Join us in this comprehensive episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast as David McCarthy shares invaluable tips and strategies for runners preparing for the Dublin Marathon 2024 this Sunday.

Learn about managing pre-race anxiety, optimal fueling and nutrition, essential gear checks, and pacing tactics. Get expert advice on staying calm and focused, handling demanding race segments, and maintaining motivation. Whether you're a seasoned runner or preparing for your first marathon, this episode will help you stay organised and achieve your personal best. <...

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we explore the vital aspects of athletic performance with Sean Kinane of Health Matters. Discover the importance of VO2 max and metabolic testing, aerobic vs. anaerobic training zones, and the key role of balanced intensity to avoid overtraining. Gain insights into optimising marathon training, managing ageing impacts on metabolism, and proper fuelling strategies to avoid hitting 'the wall.' Learn about the significance of proper nutrition, individualised heart rate zones, and practical tips for enhancing running efficiency and overall athletic performance. Join us for expert advice and real-life examples...

In this Any Given Runday podcast episode, we chat with Evan Scully (@evan_runs on Instagram), a renowned coach, sports therapist, strength coach, acupuncturist, and nutritionist who has worked with over 200 Olympians. Despite living with cystic fibrosis (CF), Evan has achieved remarkable feats, such as claiming the record for 5k up to 13.1 miles marathons with CF and coaching elite athletes. We cover varying topics, from Evan's journey, coaching philosophy, overcoming CF, the significance of proper nutrition and mindset, and the realities of doping in sports.

We discuss:

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we chat with Aaron Horan (@aaronhoran_builtdifferent on Instagram), personal trainer, online coach, and host of the Built Different podcast. Aaron shares his inspiring journey from suffering a severe ankle injury to becoming a passionate marathon runner. He discusses his transition into running, overcoming the mental and physical challenges of his ankle injury where he was told he'd never play sport again, and how he has applied those lessons to his coaching. Aaron also talks about training for marathons, the importance of patience, and the impact of running on his...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Seán Noble, a standout athlete in the world of Hyrox. Seán claimed the top spot in last year's Irish Pro Men's competition and the London Olympia event earlier this year. He also finished second in the Hyrox Pro World Championships.

In this episode, we discuss:
- How his Dad pushed Seán in his training
- Overcoming injuries and his earlier career in football
- How Seán got into Hyrox and his first event in Scotland in 2023
- Competing in t...

On a special Thursday episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we chat with Tom Brady, who is organizing a 5-Mile Charity run and a 5k Fun Run in Ballyagran on Saturday, October 12th. The events will raise awareness for cancer research and funds for the Mid Western Cancer Foundation in memory of his father, John Brady, who passed away in February.

John Brady was a legend in the Athletics Community, running from North Cork AC and participating in 40 Dublin Marathon events!

Tom discusses his father's legacy as an avid runner and community helper, revealing...

This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we have David McCarthy (@davidmccarthy_88 on Instagram), a running coach with a very impressive running resume of a 3:55 mile and two National Indoor Championships:

We go through a lot in this episode, including:

On this week's podcast episode, we welcome adventure athlete Daragh Morgan. From running across and up the country to BYUs to insane swims around Howth Head, Daragh has already compiled many insane endurance events and stories.

We talk about his first marathon, a mental and physical endurance battle that baffled both Sean and Eric, his attempts to run from Galway to Dublin, and his getting to the final four of the Hellevation Backyard Ultra earlier in the year.

Daragh talks about how he got the idea for a 13 km swim at Howth, his love for...

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Evan Lynch (@elynchfitnut on Instagram), a dietitian and performance nutritionist, who is the director of South East Nutrition Clinic as well as the DCU Athletics Dietitian and the RPM Power Dietitian, with a background in track and field.

This week's episode is a MUST LISTEN for those doing the Dublin Marathon this year!

Evan recounts his athletic journey, highlighting his experiences in race walking and the impact of nutritional mistakes on his career and well-being.

From there, we discuss various topics, including:
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We welcome Helen (@nurturemamas on Instagram) to the podcast this week.

Helen is a personal trainer, online fitness coach, marathon runner, pre and postnatal fitness specialist, and yoga instructor, having previously worked in the corporate world.

Helen shares insights into her multifaceted career in fitness, emphasising the importance of strength training and whether she prefers that to stretching to combat injury. She also touches upon her personal journey into fitness, starting from childhood and evolving through various stages of her life, including her experience as a mother.

The discussion delves into the intricacies...

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Aichlinn O'Reilly (@aichlinno on Instagram), a professional triathlete who has represented Ireland at various levels, holds numerous records, and continues to achieve remarkable feats in the world of endurance sports.

Aichlinn has impressive accomplishments, including representing Ireland in track and field at an early age, winning numerous races, and setting a record in the Irish Ironman with a time of 7 hours, 59 minutes, and 4 seconds.

Aichlinn shares insights into his training routine, including the significant time he dedicates to swimming, cycling, and running, along...

On this week of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we chat with Gavan Hennigan (@soulogav on Instagram), an extreme ultra runner and adventurer who has gone from early struggles with addiction in his youth and subsequent rehabilitation journey to transitioning from recreational sports to extreme adventure sports along with balancing that with living and working as a commercial diver, which mentally prepared him for endurance challenges that we talk about in this episode.

In detail, we discuss two of Gavan's most significant challenges:

Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, a gruelling solo row across the Atlantic Ocean...

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome accomplished triathlete and aeronautical engineer Mary O'Donnell as we discuss her transition from competitive swimming to triathlons, her resilience in overcoming an eating disorder, and her accolades, including age group victories in Ironman Cork and TriAthy Olympic, a podium finish in the Triathlon Ireland National Series, and doing TWO 70.3 Ironman events in the space of a week!

Mary discusses her thesis on the aerodynamics of bike fitting, which eventually led to her working with Ku Cycle Engineering and contributing to the design of high-performance bikes.

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This week on the Any Given Runday podcast delves into Sean Meehan's inspiring journey from a casual marathon runner to a podium finisher in some of Ireland's top ultramarathons such as the 82k Mourne Way, the 200k Kerry Way Ultra and Winner of the Waterville Festival 3 Day Stage.

Seán highlights his initial struggles, like a challenging marathon in Rome, why he stuck with running after it, and his evolution through joining the Cherry Orchard Running Club and taking on ultra marathons after completing the Dublin Marathon and falling in love with trail running after doing Run T...

On this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome sub 3 hour marathon runner Maebh Brannigan.

Maebh shares her experience as a competitive runner, including her remarkable transition from track athletics to falling out of love with running to getting into long-distance running. In her first marathon, she clocked a seriously impressive 2 hours 53 minutes in Dublin and has her sights set on even faster times in the coming years.

Maebh talks about the importance of training with a group - running with the Dublin Endurance Project, overcoming injuries, and balancing her social life with...

With the intense heat, Eric is taking to slow, gradual approach to build himself up for the Barcelona Marathon next year (and potentially the Dubai Marathon). Seán, on the other hand, is signed up for a Last Man Standing in three weeks, the Dublin Marathon, Hyrox in Frankfurt in December and Donadea 50k to build himself up for the first-ever Any Given Runday Marathon Trip!

Which approach do you favour?!

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This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Oisin McGrath to the show.
 
Oisin has been the National Board Paddle Champion for the last 16 of 20 years as well as winning Ireland’s first ever European Championship titles, Ireland’s first ever World medal with a bronze in 2016. 

He also recently set a world record in paddle boarding, covering over 37km on a paddle board in 4 hours across the North Channel. He talks about how he prepared for this challenge, how the training was similar to ultra-marathon prep, how the day and time for the ch...

On this week's episode of the podcast, we welcome Brandon Hargreaves, a high-level athlete turned coach with The Endurance Mode.

Brandon talks about the highs and lows of competition, representing both Australia at a Junior level and Ireland at U23, becoming a National Champion before it was all cut short due to injury.

Brandon's coaching journey is equally impressive. He shares how he processed his injuries and transitioned to coaching, a role in which he has excelled. His coaching has not only helped his fiancee, Rachael Smyth, start her career but also led her to two...

We asked you earlier in the week to give your tips and questions for the Dublin Marathon this year on our Instagram page and you more than provided.

On this week's episode, Seán and Eric go through those tips, answer your questions and talk about their experiences and lessons learned from previous years doing the marathon.

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This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories and their new Sports Recovery Kit. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store o...

'There is nothing worse in life than wasting potential'. This is the powerful mantra that our guest, Stephen Murphy, lives by. His story on the Any Given Runday Podcast is a testament to this belief.

From not being able to run a few hundred metres to recently setting the National 100 Mile Record and everything in between, this is an inspiring episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast that you don't want to miss.

You can follow Stephen on Instagram: @_stephenmurphy_

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This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we have a father/son duo, along with 8 other members of the White River Wheelers from Dunleer, Co. Louth, attempting to cycle from Malin to Mizen Head in under 24 hours this Saturday.

The lads talk about their other experiences in cycling events, such as the Mallorca 312, Wicklow 200 and through the French Alps. They also discuss how they have trained for this cycling challenge, and what their approach is going to be

They are hoping to raise awareness for two charities that you can hear about more on the...

On this week's episode, we welcome Catherina McKiernan to the Any Given Runday Podcast

Catherina is an Irish Olympian, European Cross Country Champion, winner of London, Berlin & Amsterdam marathons and current Irish record holder as well as a sought after fitness trainer, ChiRunning instructor and motivational speaker

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With the increased hype in the fitness world around Hyrox, we decided we needed an expert on the podcast. Having won Hyrox events, hit world records, is representing Ireland this Sunday in the Team Relay, and coming from a high-level running background, Tom Hogan is the perfect fit for this episode!

For those who are new to Hyrox, or maybe doing their first event in Dublin this November, Tom breaks down the event and provides excellent tips to help you get your best time.

For our regular listeners to the Any Given Runday Podcast, Tom...

On this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, after Eric gives a preview of the Cork City Marathon and TriAthy coming up this weekend, we talk with triathlete and strength/endurance coach Chrissy Harford.

Chrissy talks about her journey from not being able to swim in 2021 to being the first female to cross the finish line in the Cork Ironman in 2023, along with ALL of the events she has done in between. She also talks about managing to balance her training with her work and being a mother.

In terms of having excuses for...

On this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, after Eric catches us up on all his adventures, it's the review of the Wexford Festival of Running 2024 that took place last weekend in Johnstown Castle run by the Wexford Marathon Club.

Seán's second attempt at the 100 miles in 24 hours (third overall), he talks about all the ups and downs over the 24 hours and all the people who helped him do the 120 laps of the 1.3km loop in under 24 hours to finally hit his goal.

We also talk about our Group Marathon Trip for 2025. I...

On this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Joanne Murphy

Joanne is an International Sports Announcer, including being the first female announcer at an Ironman World Championships event in 2022 to lead announcer in 2023. She also has two Irish Race Records, founder and owner of Tri Talking Sport and was one of Sport for Business's 50 most influential women in Irish Sport

We discuss how Joanne got into announcing IronMan events, how she juggles her announcing around the world with her own fitness journey, Ironman events she has participated in, the Race Around Ireland...

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Coach and Founder of Sheriff Street Running Club, Jennifer Fay, to the podcast.

Jennifer talks about how a 5km fundraising event for her daughter led to her running large-scale fundraising events as well as her own running journey taking off. Having previously never understood why people ran, Jennifer went from walking a 5km event to running a 50km event, hiring a coach (previous Any Given Runday guest @ian_is_running_1). She also talks about how and why she formed her own running club, Sheriff Street Running Club...

On this week's episode on the Any Given Runday Podcast, after Eric updates us on the AGR Marathon Trip 2025, the lads welcome Joe O'Leary to the Podcast.

Joe is an ultra-endurance runner who has podiumed three times in the Spine Race, Britain's Most Brutal Endurance Race, including knocking 16 hours off the previous best time for the Spine Winter North Challenge earlier this year.

He has competed in races in the Alps, set an FKT through the Iveragh Transverse with Kevin Leahy, placed on the podium in Waterville, and participated in the Kerry Way Ultra. As...

With Eric having survived the rain in Dubai, he and Seán welcome Eoin Everard to the podcast. Eoin is a s a chartered physiotherapist and Pilates instructor with a PhD in Human Movement. He is also a very accomplished runner as he is a sub 4 minute miler, Sub 14 minute 5K and sub 30 minute 10K Runner. He is the current European O35 3000m champion and has represented Ireland from 800m
to 10K.

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss that 4-minute mile, the training behind it, his thoughts on mental training, training in your 30s, s...

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we have ultra runner, photographer and PE teacher, Rich Gill (@Rich.Trails on Instagram as well as his photography page @gilly_photography)

From competitive swimming in his youth to running the trails, Rich talks about his fitness journey, how he developed his competitiveness, transitioning from football to trail running, how he was involved in setting a Guinness World Record in the London Marathon last year, thoughts on nasal breathing and sleeping with a tape around your mouth, cold water therapy, photography, UTMB races including his recent marathon mountain run...

Having taken part in the Hellevation BYU over the weekend, Eric chats with a very sleepy Seán about how Seán got on and his plans for working towards the 24 hour goal

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This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Aisling Lacey to the show. Aisling is a PhD student working within Insight SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics and DCU'sSchool of Health and Human Performance. She is also a certified athletic therapist.

In this episode, we get into all things running injuries, studies Aisling has done on running injuries and their variations, exercises, thoughts on preventive measures and much more!

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This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Alanna Dunlea to the show.

Alanna completed the Rome Marathon, her third marathon, on Paddy's weekend just gone. With more and more big city marathons needing a lottery to get into them, Rome not being one of them, and with Alanna having done Cork and Dublin marathons in the previous 12 months, we thought it would be great to get her perspective on the Rome Marathon and whether it would be worth travelling out for in '25

From the expo to the iconic start at the...

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we chat with Wayne Waldron (@Wayne_Waldron8 on Instagram)

Wayne has just transitioned into becoming a running coach and, as well as being a PT for 10 years has. a huge running resume to back his coaching credentials

We talked to Wayne about representing Ireland in a 100km race and the phenomenal time he did it in, the high of winning a marathon race, and the lows of recovering from injury.

Wayne also talks about his dedication to training, the sacrifices he makes to...

On this week's episode, we welcome Irish Triathlete Elizabeth Carr (@libs_carr on Instagram) to the Any Given Runday Podcast

Elizabeth Carr is an Irish Triathlete who talks about her journey from the Mullingar Harriers and early years success to struggling as she aged, helping to set up a triathlon club in DCU, the World Championships in Rotterdam, working in the Defence Forces and how that affected her triathlon journey, coming back from a serious Achilles injury to competing in the Africa Triathlon Cup and winning in Troutbeck and much more.

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For our 200th episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, the lads bring on one of the best running coaches in the country, Emmett Dunleavy (@emmettdunleavy on Instagram)

Emmett Dunleavy is the owner/running coach at Perfect Pacing as well as a distance coach at UCD AC, Senior Club Coach with Kilcoole AC, Run Coach with Belpark Triathlon, Coach Educator with Athletics Ireland and Part of Irish Team Management for Senior International Championships.

With that resume, needless to say Emmett has A LOT of coaching experience, and he brings it all to this week's episode...

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, the lads are joined by Ger Redmond (@GerRedmond5 on Instagram). Ger is an Irish Professional Athlete as well as a coach at Coolock Running Club and Oberstown Children Detention Campus.

From signing up for an Ironman 6 months in advance with no swimming ability to dealing with his childhood trauma, doing Hell Week, coming back from breaking his neck in a Triathlon, setting up Coolock Running Club along with Another Way 5k and much, much more this is an episode you don't want to miss

We also get...

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we chat with Caroline Hassett (@ahousebythetrees on Instagram), who takes us through her running journey that went from a 3:54 Dublin Marathon in 2017 to multiple sub 3-hour marathons in 2023, all while juggling busy family life as a mother of 4.

If you've ever had the goal of running a sub-3 hour marathon, this is definitely the podcast episode for you as Caroline talks about how she was patient with her running, starting with just easy runs for her first marathon and then how she progressed her training over the last few...

The lads review Seán's first 50k, the Donadea 50k, over the weekend and how it lived up to its hype as one of the best ultra marathons in the country!

This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories and their new Sports Recovery Kit. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store or visit their new online store

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This week on the Any Given Runday, we welcome long-distance and Irish International runner Ian Fitzgerald (@ian_is_running_1 on Instagram) to the show

Having finished 2nd in the National 50k Championships last year in Donadea, what better time to have Ian on the podcast with that race coming up again this Saturday... at least that's Seán's opinion anyway as he picks Ian's brain for all the help he can get come Saturday!

We also talk to Ian about:
- Going from a 3:46 marathon to aiming for a sub-2:30
- Running gear/r...

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Alicia from @She.Summits.TrailRunning on to the podcast.

Alicia set up She Summits in 2019 to help support women and people from different backgrounds in trail running.

They have done over 200 events with over 1,500 women and people from different backgrounds attending. Events have included providing trail runs in the Dublin & Wicklow Mountains, race recces for events such as the Art O'Neill Challenge and the Wicklow Round as well as navigation for Mountain Runners with 1.Step.More and Adventure.ie.

Alicia also talks about...

On a special Thursday episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, the lads chat to ultra runners Keith Russell and PJ Meehan about the upcoming Hellevation Backyard Ultra in Tipperary in April.

A Backyard Ultra (6.7km loop every hour on the hour) is a great way to get a new PB distance on the legs, whether that's your first half marathon, full marathon, 50 s or even 100 miles inside 24 hours.

The lads talk about what to expect from the race, including a nearby Coffee Coop, camping, crewing, tips for the course and more

If...