Any Given Runday

We welcome back our Incredibles for episode 3 of their Road to the Dublin Marathon. Are they all on track with their training, and what is their approach to upcoming races? We've also got a special co-host for this week's episode: Cliodhna from last year's Road to Dublin series

00:00 Cliodhna joins Seán for this week's Intro to the podcast, and we find out how she has gotten on since The Road To Dublin 2025 series.
33:00: We welcome back The Incredibles
33:33: Francis’s training progress and knee niggle
36:42: Managing injuries
38:48: Streets of Galway race recap with Danny
40:53: Dee’s injury and fatigue
47:16: Chloe’s Electric Picnic weekend and return to running
56:14: Danny’s three-quarter marathon and Norwegian training approach
62:33: Dee on using tune-up races before a marathon
67:27: Francis’s VO2 max re-test and Dublin Marathon strategy
71:17: Chloe’s plan for the final training block
74:08: Fuelling, hydration, and using Speed Dust in the marathon
83:20: What the next few weeks look like for our Incredibles

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This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Paddy McClintock (@paddy.mcclintock on Instagram). Paddy has recently run the length of the country in memory of two of his close friends, who both died by suicide. He’s completed two full distance Ironmans along with numerous 70.3s and is the founder of Check In On A Mate (@checkinonamate)

13:30 We Welcome Paddy McClintock
15:02 Paddy’s sporting background and finding endurance sport
20:22 Grief, suicide loss, and processing the unanswered questions
22:52 How to check in on a mate
30:51 Mental-health education in schools and medical training
34:13 When exercise becomes coping — and finding a healthier balance
40:58 The “beer marathon”
46:10 First full Ironman and the comeback from injury
51:39 Ironman Barcelona and race-day setbacks
58:40 Running the length of Ireland
61:28 Training for a multi-day ultra challenge
67:34 The hardest moments of the Ireland run
72:17 Reaching the finish line
74:17 Check In On A Mate: sport, community, and getting involved
You can learn more about Check In On A Mate:
https://checkinonamate.com/

The Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HERE

Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!!
If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong.
Health Matters replaces guesswork with data. With over 15 years of experience, they're one of Europe's most experienced performance testing providers.
Find out more or book your test at myhealthmatters.ie.
ALTAR Speed Dust is engineered to keep fuel in your tank so you can go faster, farther and longer than ever before. Use the code AGR15 to get 15% off at checkout (excludes bundles).
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This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Barry McCarroll (@mccarroll.barry on Instagram). Barry has represented Ireland in the Anglo-Celtic Plate 5 times along with having a 2:38 Dublin Marathon time to his name. Barry shares his journey from football to ultramarathons, the mental and physical adaptations involved, and insights into training and motivation for long-distance running.

The Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HERE

Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!!
If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong.
Health Matters replaces guesswork with data. With over 15 years of experience, they're one of Europe's most experienced performance testing providers.
Find out more or book your test at myhealthmatters.ie.
ALTAR Speed Dust is engineered to keep fuel in your tank so you can go faster, farther and longer than ever before. Use the code AGR15 to get 15% off at checkout (excludes bundles).
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In this episode, we welcome Bri McGhee (@ontherunwithbri on Instagram), a qualified nutritionist and master's student in dietetics, who shares her journey from football to running, her insights on performance nutrition, and practical tips for marathon fuelling and recovery. Discover how to optimise your nutrition for endurance and avoid common pitfalls.

00:00 Introduction to Bri McGhee and her athletic background
02:02 Transition from football to running and her early experiences
03:59 How Bri got involved in performance nutrition and her education journey
06:56 Understanding reds and low energy availability in athletes
09:50 Signs of reds in female and male athletes
14:57 The importance of fueling and training the gut
19:50 Nutrition myths, marketing, and food choices for runners
25:01 Guidelines for carbohydrate intake and fueling during marathon training
30:01 Using products like Speed Dust and training with concentration
35:11 Hydration, electrolyte balance, and salt tablets
40:02 Practical tips for race day fueling and recovery
45:12 The role of caffeine, supplements, and personal experimentation
49:50 Building a personalised nutrition plan for marathon success
54:55 Reflections on marketing, misconceptions, and the joy of running

You can follow us on Instagram:
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The Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HERE

Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!!
If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong.
Health Matters replaces guesswork with data. With over 15 years of experience, they're one of Europe's most experienced performance testing providers.
Find out more or book your test at myhealthmatters.ie.
ALTAR Speed Dust is engineered to keep fuel in your tank so you can go faster, farther and longer than ever before. Use the code AGR15 to get 15% off at checkout (excludes bundles).
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This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome elite Irish ultra runner Sorcha Loughnane (@sorcha.loughnane on Instagram). Sorcha received the Athletics Ireland Ultra Runner of the Year award in 2024 not only for winning the Donadea 50k, but also for setting an Irish record and a world age-group record with her 3:18 time. She’s had numerous trail wins, including winning the Maurice Mullins Ultra and the Waterville Trail Running Festival overall, plus setting a record-breaking time in the Kerry Way Ultra Lite. In this episode, Sorcha shares her journey from marathon running to ultra trail races, her training philosophy, fueling strategies, and insights into elite long-distance running.

17:03 Introduction to Sorcha Loughnane's Running Achievements
20:22 First Marathon and Long-Term Goals
23:47 The 2018 Dublin Marathon and Race Reflection
26:42 Training Solo vs Group Running
32:43 Progression in Trail and Ultra Running
43:45 Fuelling Strategies for Ultra Races... or what NOT to bring!
48:56 Race Day Pacing and Mental Strategies
54:37 Training for a 100K Mountain Race in France
67:47 Enjoying the Experience Over Competition
73:16 Next Goals: Hundred Mile Races and Beyond

You can follow us on Instagram:
@anygivenrundaypodcast

The Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HERE

Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!!
If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong.
Health Matters replaces guesswork with data. With over 15 years of experience, they're one of Europe's most experienced performance testing providers.
Find out more or book your test at myhealthmatters.ie.
ALTAR Speed Dust is engineered to keep fuel in your tank so you can go faster, farther and longer than ever before. Use the code AGR15 to get 15% off at checkout (excludes bundles).
altarfuel.com