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 resilience and determination have seen him return to the Dublin Marathon this past October, completing it in an incredible time and also receiving the Lord Mayor's medal. Listen as Ger discusses his motivations, the challenges he faced during recovery, and how running continues to play a pivotal role in his life. 

13:00 Introduction to Ger Copeland

13:34 Ger’s Early Life and Love for Running

15:13 The Turning Point: From Fit to Fat

16:50 First Marathon and Beyond

21:10 The Rise of Dublin Bay Running Club and 10 Marathons in 5 Days

26:34 The Growth of Marathon Running in Ireland 

31:39 The Ironman Experience

32:51 Training and Injury Prevention

35:43 The Evolution of Running Culture

45:28 The Community Spirit in Running

51:35 Skiing Accident

53:48 Immediate Aftermath

60:58 The Road to Recovery

63:18 Running Again

68:47 Achievements and Reflections

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