The Fantastic Four: Aoife, Cliodhna, Conor and Shane are back to give us an update on how their training is going for the Dublin Marathon, with a lot of focus on this week's episode on the importance of consistency, injury management, and nutrition. 

They share personal stories about their training progress, the challenges of balancing life and running, the excitement of upcoming races and a HUGE nutrition mistake the lads have made (and Seán continues to make!)

00:00 Introduction and Celebration of Achievements
02:49 Training Consistency and Building Mileage
05:56 Injury Management and Recovery Strategies
08:44 Balancing Life and Running
11:57 Community and Support in Running
14:46 Training Structures and Scheduling
17:44 Upcoming Races and Goals
27:33 Exploring Local Running Events
31:13 Fundraising Through Running: More Than a Run
31:59 Racing Plans and Training Strategies
34:41 Nutrition for Endurance: Fueling the Body
39:06 The Importance of Protein in Recovery
42:08 Tracking Nutrition and Performance
47:42 The Role of a Nutritionist in Training
51:10 Wrapping Up: Insights and Future Plans

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This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Ciara Foy (@ciarafoy.x on Instagram), who is a marathon runner and Hyrox Pro Athlete.

Ciara discusses her journey from playing football, battling with body image issues, and overcoming an eating disorder, to achieving a sub-three-hour marathon in Dublin two weeks before coming third in her AG in Hyrox Pro, giving her a qualification and competing in the Hyrox World Championships in Chicago. Ciara shares her insights on the importance of proper fuelling, training for both marathons and Hyrox events, and the significance of understanding women's health in sports. 

13:30 Introduction and Guest Welcome
15:32 Early Sports Background
18:55 Transition to Running
19:36 College Years and Body Image Struggles
23:09 Overcoming Eating Disorders
26:31 Rediscovering Strength and Fitness
33:13 Impact of Overtraining and COVID-19
40:50 The Return of the Skinny Trend
41:54 The Importance of Proper Nutrition
43:51 Understanding Female Athletes' Needs
46:32 Coaching Strategies for Female Athletes
52:18 Balancing Marathon and High Rocks Training
55:49 Training Insights and Personal Achievements

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This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome seasoned triathlon athlete and coach Ambrose Duggan (@westmeath_ironman_irl on Instagram).

With nine full Ironmans and fifteen 70.3 events completed across multiple continents at the time of recording, Ambrose shares his inspiring journey into the Ironman world. 

He discusses his entry into the world of triathlon, the challenges of balancing intense training with work and family life, and the importance of mental health. Ambrose talks about the fear of starting a race and the challenges the swim can present, how he trains, what you might need to watch out for the night BEFORE the race, doing two Ironmans in 28 days and some of the best races to do in Europe.

Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or considering your first race, this episode is packed with motivation, advice, and an in-depth look into the life of an Ironman.

15:00 Introduction to Ambrose Duggan
15:55 Ambrose's Early Life and Introduction to Sports
17:20 First Triathlon Experiences and Challenges
18:00 Overcoming Failures and Finding Success
20:29 The Mental and Emotional Aspects of Triathlon
25:39 Training, Coaching, and Community Support
29:54 Swimming Challenges and Overcoming Fears
39:09 The Importance of Clubs and Coaching
44:20 Earning Medals and the AWA Badge
46:47 Training and Accountability
52:46 Balancing Training with Life
57:57 Race Day Challenges and Nutrition
66:29 Choosing the Right Ironman Event
70:24 Coaching and Support from Ambrose

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This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Fiona Everard (@fionaeverard on Instagram), an Irish national cross country champion who has represented Ireland internationally. 

Fiona recounts her inspiring journey from childhood running to overcoming serious injuries, breaking the sub-16 barrier in a 5K, and winning the Cork City Sports Athlete of the Year in 2023. Fiona shares her experiences with cross country and track, her training regimen, and her future aspirations in the world of running. 

13:00 Introduction to Fiona Everett
15:05 Balancing Sports and Choosing Running
19:21 Dealing with Injuries and Recovery
25:57 Making a Comeback
28:44 Winning the National Cross Country Championship
34:54 Cork City Sports Athlete of the Year
36:27 Differences Between Track and Cross Country
40:38 Transitioning Between Training Styles
45:48 Breaking 16 Minutes in a 5K
50:02 Training Regimen and Long-Distance Goals
53:06 Future Aspirations, Advice for Runners and Wiki Famous

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Road to Dublin 2005
Behind Every Runner, There's A Reason

Four Voices. Four Different Journeys to One Start Line

On this special Thursday episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we dive into the journeys of four marathon runners preparing for the Dublin Marathon this year.

Meet our Fantastic Four:
Conor (@conor.sweeney_ on Instagram)
Cliodhna (@cliodhnaruane on Instagram)
Aoife (@amcgmic on Instagram)
Shane (@sodruns23 on Instagram)

Each with unique backgrounds and goals. From first-time marathoners to seasoned runners, each participant shares their training plans, challenges, and motivations as they embark on a 16-week training journey.

We will be catching up with our Fantastic Four every few weeks to check in on their progress, as well as tips they've learned to help you along your marathon journey this year

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We are delighted to welcome back Michael Fox (@runningfox26.2 on Instagram), an elite marathon runner who ran a seriously impressive 2:21 in the Dublin Marathon last year, achieved the runner-up spot at the Cork City Marathon a few weeks ago and was the winner of the recent Clonee 10k.

In this episode, Michael shares invaluable insights into marathon training, from the importance of consistent training and optimal fueling strategies to overcoming the psychological challenges of racing. Michael delves deep into the transformation journey to becoming a top marathon runner. He also discusses the importance of having a support system, the nuances of personalised coaching, and the criticality of pacing during races. 

He also answers some of your Instagram questions that you sent in to us a few weeks ago.

Whether you are a first-time marathoner or an experienced runner, Michael's tips on avoiding common pitfalls and maximising race day performance will inspire and guide your training for the Dublin Marathon 2025. 

05:30 Welcome Back, Michael Fox
07:46 Training and Progression in Marathons
09:56 Getting into Running and Early Challenges
11:55 Training Partners and VO2 Max Testing
08:02 Get Coaching from Kevin Seaward and Training Adjustments
20:44 Nutrition and Fuelling Strategies
26:25 Advice for Marathon Beginners
36:48 Training for Victory: Mindset and Motivation
40:23 The Cork City Marathon 2025
48:18 The Importance of Proper Running Gear
51:17 Balancing Family and Marathon Training: Your Support System
53:02 Respecting the Marathon Challenge
57:37 The Value of The Race Series in Training
60:15 Final Tips and Encouragement

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And if you enjoyed this episode, go back to episode #188 to listen to Michael's complete journey into the world of marathons! 

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This week's guest on the Any Given Runday Podcast is Aisling Ryan (@aisling_r on Instagram), Aisling boasts multiple podium finishes in half marathons with a 1:18 PB along with a 35:50 10K. She was also a leader in Cork City Half Marathon 2025

In this episode, Aisling talks about her early love for sports, overcoming a severe illness, and finding her passion for running during COVID. Discover how running became her escape, her experiences with local running clubs, and why she excels in the half marathon race. Aisling also opens up about her struggle with an eating disorder, the road to recovery, and advice for anyone facing similar challenges. 

10:10 Introduction to Aisling Ryan
10:45 Aisling's Early Involvement in Sports and Transition to Running During COVID
17:19 Joining a Running Club
23:13 Struggles with an Eating Disorder
26:54 Strength Training and Recovery
32:53 Moving to Switzerland
36:57 Becoming a Leader at Cork City Half Marathon
37:25 Sharing Personal Stories to Inspire Others
39:26 Reflecting on Half Marathons and Future Goals
48:20 Training Structure and Coaching Insights
52:27 Social Media and Perfectionism

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In the intro to this week's episode, Sean talks about the Marathon Strong programme. A 16 week Strength Training programme building you towards the Dublin Marathon. For more details on it and how to sign up (discount code AGR to get 25% off!), click on the link below:

https://www.coachseanc.com/marathonstrong

Seán also talks about the exercises he's been following to help get him over his Achilles tendonitis that you can watch here:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qt75npMxk3I

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In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Eoin Sheehan (@eoinsheehan on Instagram), a cook, nutritionist, athlete, and entrepreneur.

Eoin  is a cook, nutritionist, athlete, and entrepreneur, founding the meal prep company, Country Munch, and is a TV chef  with Virgin Media on the six o'clock show. After vlogging his  training for the Dublin Marathon last year, he recently completed his first Ultra Martin in Wicklow, and as of recording the intro to this episode on Sunday, he was in the middle of his first Ironman in the Netherlands.

Eoin shares his journey from playing rugby in his youth to how he got into running, his training routines, and his relationship with food. He also talks about his experiences with marathon running and triathlons and the importance of performance versus optimal nutrition.

21:00 Introduction to Eoin Sheehan and his Early Sports Journey
23:54 Transition from Rugby to Running
28:42 Founding Country Munch
35:37 Balancing Performance and Optimal Nutrition
41:46 Relationship with Food and Training
48:47 Challenges of Marathon Training
50:55 Balancing Performance and Aesthetics
54:30 Transitioning Between Sports
57:37 The Journey of Becoming a Runner
68:11 The Importance of Structure and Nutrition

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This week Any Given Runday podcast we welcome Sammy Lupari (@readyforanything.365 on Instagram) Sammy is an ex elite solider turned coach, and a dad of 4, who recently came third in the Norn Iron 100, has represented Ireland in the BYU World Satellite Championships as well as coming 6th in the All Ireland Backyard Ultra last August with an incredible 34 hours and 230km plus of running

In this episode, Sammy shares his transition from military life to coaching, his incredible endurance feats, and the impact of sport on his life and mental health. He also opens up about managing PTSD, the importance of therapy, and his family's support. In addition to his impressive outings in Backyard Ultras, Sammy talks about his latest ventures in online coaching and his community initiative, No Man Alone, aimed at helping men battle mental health challenges through workout sessions at 7 am on a Sunday.

15:30 Introduction to Sammy Lupari
22:52 Military Life
28:37 Challenges after the Military and Mental Health
35:09 Discovering Running and Ultra Marathons
46:03 Coaching from Keith Russell
47:16 Balancing Family and Extreme Training
51:28 Nutrition and Maintaining Muscle Mass
53:26 Mental Health and Community Support
62:58 Managing PTSD and The Importance of Daily Gratitude
66:04 Ready For Anything 365
71:05 Future Goals and Marathon Plans

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This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we have Sian Seccombe (@siansecc on Instagram). Sian has a masters in sports nutrition, is a marathon runner, a content creator who makes videos on the science behind your training and the host of The Fuelled Runner Podcast.

Sian discusses her journey in sports, from her childhood involvement in various sports to her university days focused on netball and running. She shares insights into the importance of fuelling your body correctly for training, the misconceptions around weight loss and marathon training, and the significance of proper post-run nutrition. Sian also talks about her personal challenges with injuries and how she manages her training and recovery.

18:02 Introduction to Sian Seccombe
20:32 Sian's Fitness and Endurance Training
24:08 Career Path and Passion for Nutrition
26:35 Metabolic Cost of Running
29:36 Training Plans and Common Mistakes
33:53 Fuelling and Nutrition for Runners
44:37 Post-Run Recovery and Hydration
56:25 Understanding Sodium and Electrolytes for Runners
60:48 Fuelling Strategies for High-Intensity Runs & Training Your Gut for Race Day
67:27 Psychological and Practical Tips for Using Gels
70:09 Essential Supplements for Runners
73:48 The Science and Benefits of Creatine
79:14 Managing Injuries and Training Setbacks

We still have a few spaces left for our Marathon Trip to Barcelona in March 2026:

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