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 Kilgallon
16:37 Understanding Training and Injury Prevention
20:43 The Impact of Ironman Training on Marathon Performance
22:24 The Debate on PB Courses: Dublin vs. Valencia
21:19 The Importance of Hill Sprints in Training
27:15 Common Running Mistakes and Conditioning
29:19 Mobility vs. Strength Training for Runners
31:12 Key Exercises for Runners
33:17 The Role of Footwear in Running Injuries
35:06 Running Technique and Gait Analysis
37:06 Changing Your Running Form
41:51 Understanding Cadence and Pace in Running
44:52 The Importance of Gait Analysis
47:42 Common Mistakes in Running Plans
50:42 Fuelling Strategies for Long Runs
52:31 Cross Training: Benefits and Techniques
55:25 Strength and Conditioning for Runners
58:17 Utilising RPE in Training
61:02 The Role of AI in Running Plans
65:17 Enda's Running Solutions and Services

You can find more info on Enda's services by going to:
https://www.premierphysiotherapy.ie/running-solutions/

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