Any Given Runday

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  Dublin Half Marathon Review with Dr Sarah Kelly & Helen Delaney 21.09.2026 1t 1min

  We're delighted to have Dr Sarah Kelly (@drsarahke11y on Instagram) & Helen Delaney (@helendelaneypt on Instagram) join us on the Any Given Runday podcast this week to review the Dublin Half Marathon in the Phoenix Park over the weekend 00:00: Dublin Half Marathon recap and introductions 02:44: Helen’s race strategy, pacing, and PB 05:29: Sarah’s race experience and managing the hill 10:21: The mental side of racing: self-talk and finding a finishing kick 16:28: Solo running vs. training...
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  Road To Dublin Marathon with The Incredibles Ep 3 14.09.2026 1t 29min

  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 an...
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  #347 Paddy McClintock: Check In On A Mate, Running Length of Ireland, Beer Marathon and More 07.09.2026 1t 20min

  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 unanswer...
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  #346 Barry McCarroll: 5 Time Anglo Celtic plate and 2:38 Dublin Marathon Runner 31.08.2026 1t 24min

  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 A...
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  #345 Dublin Marathon Nutrition: Everything You Need to Know with Bri McGhee 24.08.2026 1t 5min

  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 B...
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  #344 Sorcha Loughnane: Breaking Records at Donadea 50k, Trail Running and Much More 17.08.2026 1t 18min

  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 t...
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  Road to Dublin 2026 Ep 2 with The Incredibles 10.08.2026 1t 11min

  The Incredibles are back on the Any Given Runday podcast to talk all about how they have been progressing over the last 5 weeks, hitting running milestones, the challenges of balancing training with busy lives as they progress, and the different approaches each one is doing and a lot more 17:00 First 5 weeks of Dublin Marathon Training 18:03 Chloe's Running Milestones 21:40 Dee's Fatigue and Motivation levels 23:19 Managing Training with Night Shifts 27:03 Danny’s PB and Norwegian Singles 33:...
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  #342 Dr Aisling Farrell: Lifestyle Medicine, GLP-1s, Longevity and much more 03.08.2026 1t 13min

  We welcome Dr Aisling Farrell (@draislingfarrell on Instagram) back to the Any Given Runday podcast. Aisling is a GP with a master's in sports and exercise medicine and is the Lifestyle Medicine Lead at UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Swords. In this episode, Dr Aisling Farrell discusses the importance of lifestyle medicine, how to approach lifestyle changes, and the role of health screenings in preventing chronic disease. She shares insights on managing weight, especially through maratho...
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  #341 Lonan O'Farrell: Adventure Races, Running Through Alps, UTMB and more 27.07.2026 1t 18min

  This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome ultra runner and adventure racer, Lonan O' Farrell (@lonanruncoach on Instagram). Whether it’s recently coming second in Hellevation BYU, winning the Beara 100 mile in 2025, running 335km km around the Italian Alps, being a two-time UTMB finisher, or running into a Minotaur, we discuss all things ultra running, adventure racing and much more 17:00 Introduction to Lonan O'Farrell and his achievements 17:25 Lonan's background in football an...
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  #340 Will Boyle: From Dublin Marathon to Stress Fracture Recovery 20.07.2026 1t 9min

  This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome back Will Boyle (@wboyledub on Instagram). The last time we had Will on the podcast, he was building towards the Dublin Marathon. We talk about how he got on, plus race experiences in Valencia, Bohermeen Half, injury setbacks on the road to the London Marathon, marathon training strategies and the mental resilience required to come back stronger. 00:00 Welcome Back Will Boyle 00:51 Dublin marathon experience and race day refl...
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  Road to Dublin Marathon Season 2: Meet The Incredibles 13.07.2026 1t

  This week, we meet The Incredibles, our season 2 guests who are here to document their journey to the Dublin Marathon 2026. Danny (@dannycollins888), Chloe (@chloe.devereux19), Dee (@deekelly2018) and Francis (@conroyf) come from different running backgrounds and experiences and will take different roles towards one goal: getting to the start line of the Dublin Marathon 00:00 Meet the Incredibles 01:27 Danny shares his journey from weight loss to ultra marathons 04:04 The importance of nutri...
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  #338 16 Weeks to Dublin Marathon with Brian Swaby 06.07.2026 1t 20min

  This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Brian Swaby (@swabysessionscoaching on Instagram), a Level 2 Athletics Ireland coach with over 22 years of experience in coaching, as well as the Health Matters 20 Weeks to a Better Marathon Coach. For anyone starting their running journey towards the Dublin Marathon this year, this is a must listen. As well as his own background, Brian talks about how to structure your training weeks, the biggest mistakes he sees in people's training,&nbs...
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  #337 Sam O'Hara: From Physique to Marathon, Content Creating and More 29.06.2026 1t 12min

  In this episode, Sam O'Hara (@samohfitness on Instagram shares his journey from online content creation and physique development to marathon running, breaking the sub-40-minute 10k barrier and pushing further into running goals in such a short space of time. Sam highlights the importance of consistency, mental health, and proper fuelling with gym training and increased running. 15:00 We welcome Sam O'Hara 18:05 From Soccer to Running: The Transition 21:01 The Impact of Coaching and Phys...
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  #336 Matthew McConnell 2x Irish Mountain Running Champion 22.06.2026 1t 14min

  This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Matthew McConnell (@mrmattmcc on Instagram). Matthew is 2 time and current Irish mountain running champion, with countless podium finishes in trail and IMRA races around the country over the years, as well as representing Ireland on the World stage and recently represented Ireland in European 50k Trail Championship. He discusses training strategies, overcoming injuries, the role of community, and insights into performance optimisation for ...
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  #335 Kayti Simonson: From the Track National Champion to Semi Pro Soccer to Hyrox 15.06.2026 1t 21min

  This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Kayti Simonson (@kaytisimonson on Instagram). Kayti shares her incredible athletic journey from track and field to semi-pro soccer to Hyrox World Championships, representing Team Canada twice in the relay, all while balancing a law career and much more. We explore her experiences balancing sport, career, and personal growth, along with insights on training, mental health, and chasing dreams. 00:00 From Track to Trials: Katie's Athle...
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  #334: Sean's Spartan Scotland 21k Review 2026 10.06.2026 49min

  Seán shares his detailed experience of participating in his first Spartan race, the 21k Beast Challenge in Edinburgh, Scotland, over the weekend. Covering obstacles, training insights (and mistakes!), as well as the terrain, Sean talks to Eric about how he got on throughout the course and the lessons he learned Is he more or less looking forward to the 5k version in Limerick in August, and what does this mean for his Dublin marathon training this year? You can follow us on Instagram: @anygiv...
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  #333 Conor Sweeney: 330km Relay From Achill to Baltray, Hot Yoga and More 08.06.2026 54min

  This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome back original Fantastic 4 member, Conor Sweeney, to talk about his upcoming 330km relay from Achill to Baltray, how his fitness has improved since we last talked to him after the Dublin Marathon, the Dublin City Half Marathon, Hot Yoga and much more 11:00 We welcome back Conor Sweeney 13:53 Training and Preparation for the Relay Challenge 16:50 The Role of Coaching and Injury Management since Dublin Marathon 19:44 The Benefits of Hot...
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  #332 David Kelleher: Skyrunning for Ireland, Trails and More 01.06.2026 1t 16min

  In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome skyrunner David Kelleher (@o_ceileachair12 on Instagram). David shares his journey from rugby to ultra running, discussing the challenges and rewards of transitioning from team sports to solo endurance events. He reflects on his first marathon experience, the differences between road and trail running, and the meditative aspects of running in nature. David also delves into the intensity of ultra running, the importance of pushi...
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  #331 Chris O'Connor: Running 100km in honour of his late dad and much more 25.05.2026 1t 8min

  On this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Chris O'Connor (@christopher.oconn on Instagram), an 18-year-old ultra marathon runner who shares his journey from his Dad getting him into running to completing a 100K race in memory of his father and how running has helped him with his grief. 18:00 The Beginning of a Running Journey 25:08 The Impact of Loss on Running 32:29 From Marathon to Ultra: A New Challenge 40:13 Training for the 100K: A Personal Mission 41:30 Bu...
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  #330 Megan Hamill: Running LA to Vegas, Ironman Kona, Ultramarathon Through The Alps and Much More 18.05.2026 1t 18min

  This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Megan Hamill (@soulfullyginger on Instagram), who shares her incredible journey from childhood runs to the Ironman World Championship in Kona, ultra marathons through the Alps, and secretive races like The Speed Project going through LA to Vegas and much more. Discover her insights on mental strength, body positivity, and pushing limits in sport. 13:00 Introduction to Megan Hamill 00:25 Megan's Early Running Journey 03:13 Transitioning to...