Any Given Runday

• #285 Emmet McNamara: From Jockey To Runner, World Masters Running Championships, 15 min 5ks and More

  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 McNamara16:54 The Competitive Edge in Running21:14 Personal Goals and Competitions26:04 The Role of Technology in Training31:01 The Appeal of Mountain Running34:02 Experiencing European Championships38:19 The Mental Benefits of Trail Running41:31 Injury Prevention and Recovery43:48 Getting Started with Mountain Running45:15 The Transition from Trail to Road Racing48:30 Managing Injuries and Staying Focused50:18 Upcoming Races and Goals52:35 The Importance of Coaching and Structure54:18 Building Confidence as a Runner56:21 Reflections on Age and Career Choices58:01 Nutrition and Weight Management in Running59:08 Adapting to a New Relationship with Food65:08 The Growth of Running Communities69:35 Recommended Races You can follow us on Instagram@anygivenrundaypodcastThis 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 storeUltrapurelabs.ie You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Carb Gels, using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition.com

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• Road to Dublin Marathon Ep3: 7 Weeks to Go! Can The Fantastic Four Make It?

  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.Conor is returning from injury and adjusting his training plan accordingly.Cliodhna navigating an injury while preparing for her first marathon and the benefits of cross-training can help maintain fitness during recovery from injury.10:00 The Journey to the Dublin Marathon12:57 Shane's Health Setbacks and Recovery15:47 Aoife's Accidental Marathon Experience18:53 Mental Challenges in Racing22:10 Conor's Return from Injury25:03 Cliodhna's Injury and Training Dilemmas40:45 Topping Up: Balancing Running and Cycling45:48 Injury Management: Staying Fit and Active50:02 Coaching Insights: Flexibility and Adaptation55:56 Navigating Training Plans: The Importance of Structure61:34 The Shoe Dilemma: Finding the Right Fit66:01 Upcoming Races...You can follow us on Instagram:@anygivenrundaypodcastThis 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 storeUltrapurelabs.ie You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Carb Gels, using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition.com

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• #283 Rachel Abernethy: Running Major Marathons, 150 Park Runs, Building a Running Community and More

  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 to join the community.11:30 Introduction to Rachel Abernethy12:37 Rachel's Journey into Running15:23 The Evolution of Running Passion17:09 First Half Marathon Experience20:01 Transitioning to Marathons21:45 Experiences at Major Marathons23:42 The Excitement of Major Marathons24:54 Goals and Motivation in Running26:21 Running with a Partner28:35 Comparing Marathon Experiences30:29 Favorite Running Locations32:50 The Importance of Parkrun34:32 Encouraging Newcomers to Parkrun37:20 Building Community through Running40:42 Becoming an Ambassador for Running42:20 Navigating Social Media and Brand Ambassadorship48:37 Running as a Lifestyle: Mental and Physical Benefits49:53 Racing Insights: Recommendations and Experiences52:04 Training Strategies: Balancing Goals and Recovery61:55 The Debate: Pace vs. Intensity in Training67:45 Exploring Ultra Marathons: Challenges and JoysYou can follow us on Instagram:@anygivenrundaypodcastThis 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 storeUltrapurelabs.ie You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Carb Gels, using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition.com

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• #282 Munro Ruigrok: Running in Silence for Deaf Awareness, Running Camino and More

  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 champion his son - and every deaf child, parent and person navigating a world not always built with them in mind. You can learn more and help support Munro and his cause by clicking the link:https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/MunroRuigrok[10:30] Munro's journey into running[14:30] Run Clubs in Dubai, and if it is really as hot as Eric claims![22:31] Journey to the Camino and its unique challenges and terrain[48:10] Running Dublin 6 Days after his son was born[53:30] The importance of early diagnosis and hearing aids [60:45] Transitioning to cochlear implants and learning sign language [68:15] Running a Marathon in SilenceYou can follow us on Instagram:@anygivenrundaypodcastThis 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 storeUltrapurelabs.ie You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Carb Gels, using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition.com

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• #281 Enda Kilgallon: Physiotherapist and Marathon Runner Insights into the Science of Running

  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 concludes with Enda's experiences in triathlon training and advice for runners looking to enhance their performance.03:00 Introduction to Enda Kilgallon16:37 Understanding Training and Injury Prevention20:43 The Impact of Ironman Training on Marathon Performance22:24 The Debate on PB Courses: Dublin vs. Valencia21:19 The Importance of Hill Sprints in Training27:15 Common Running Mistakes and Conditioning29:19 Mobility vs. Strength Training for Runners31:12 Key Exercises for Runners33:17 The Role of Footwear in Running Injuries35:06 Running Technique and Gait Analysis37:06 Changing Your Running Form41:51 Understanding Cadence and Pace in Running44:52 The Importance of Gait Analysis47:42 Common Mistakes in Running Plans50:42 Fuelling Strategies for Long Runs52:31 Cross Training: Benefits and Techniques55:25 Strength and Conditioning for Runners58:17 Utilising RPE in Training61:02 The Role of AI in Running Plans65:17 Enda's Running Solutions and ServicesYou can find more info on Enda's services by going to:https://www.premierphysiotherapy.ie/running-solutions/You can follow us on Instagram:@anygivenrundaypodcastThis 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 storeUltrapurelabs.ie You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Carb Gels, using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition.com

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