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Marathon Methods

Bobbie Baker

Get in touch: Buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/marathonmethods Email: [email protected] Instagram: @marathon.methods Facebook: marathon methods T...

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Episode 17 - What big data and artificial intelligence tell us about marathon running (Barry Smyth)
In this episode we explore how the analysis of big data through artificial intelligence can provide real practical insights that inform marathon training and performance with Professor Barry Smyth. In short, Barry can tell you what you need to do to get that coveted finish time and he can also predict the impact of hitting that snooze button several dark mornings in a row.
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Episode 16 - What it looks like to Pace the Pros (David McCarthy)
In this episode we dive into David's significant contributions as a pacer, notably pacing the elite women’s field in 2023 and again in the 2024 Dublin Marathon to a course record. David talks us through how he managed the pressure of keeping a perfect pace with elite athletes breathing down his neck and doing so in style!
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Episode 15 - Why you should get VO2max & blood lactate testing (Sean Husband)
In this episode we jump head first into the ins and outs of V02 max and blood lactate testing. What are these tests? How are they undertaken? Why would I get them done? And, when is the best time to do them? To contact the Neuromuscular Injury Clinic for testing or coaching services; https://neuromuscular.ie/high-performance-lab/ Get in touch with Marathon Methods: Buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/marathonmethods Email: [email protected] Instagram: @marathon.methods Facebook: marathon methods
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Episode 14 - The Glory & Cruelty of Racing (Hugh Armstrong)
In this episode, we dive into Hugh's journey, his background, his triumphs, the pressures of maintaining a winning streak from breaking the ribbon at all four of the Dublin Marathon Race Series through to the challenges he faced leading up to the Dublin Marathon itself which ultimately led to a DNF. We explore what was going through Hugh's mind during those critical moments and how he’s been recovering post race. Get in touch: Buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/marathonmethods Email: [email protected] Instagram: @marathon.methods Facebook: marathon methods
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Episode 13 - The Dublin Marathon Debrief (Eoin Flynn)
In this exciting episode, we unpack the memorable moments from the 2024 Dublin Marathon which took place on Sunday the 27th of October. This episode is co-hosted with the one and only Eoin Flynn from Running Coach Ireland who shares his insights into how it went down. Together, we relive the good, the bad, and the ugly!
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Get in touch: Buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/marathonmethods Email: [email protected] Instagram: @marathon.methods Facebook: marathon methods The “Marathon Methods” podcast aims to empower listeners to become better marathon runners. Hosted by seasoned Irish runner, Bobbie Baker, who after a 4h10m marathon debut, has gone on to run six successive marathons under the magical sub-3-hour barrier, including a 2-hour 43m personal best in October 2024. This podcast provides practical guidance, expert insights, and inspiration for both beginners and experienced runners.

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