Any Given Runday

In this week's episode of the podcast Rachael and Eric attempt to educate a clueless Seán on everything he needs to know about getting a bike as well as the tips behind being as efficient as possible when cycling.

The guys talk about:
- Types of bikes
- Cleats
- When to use gears 
- How to tackle hills
- Other equipment for your bike
- Different equipment for different races
- Tubeless Tyres
- Types of Turbo Trainers
- And much more

If you have any interest in cycling this year, this episode is a must listen! 

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If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong.

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An early Monday morning start for Rachael, Eric and Seán to celebrate the 100th episode of the Any Given Runday podcast. In this week's episode, Seán recaps his 5k PB along with talking about how the tips from Rachael helped him take 1:15 off his previous 5k PB! They also talk about how important using a bike was in preparation for the 5k PB and how effective cross training can be on your fitness levels and goals!

To get Rachael's 5k PB Programme: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/anygiventrainingday/?planGUID=5b749af3ecd24a37aac0930017bb362e&mode=checkout

For more information on how to support Seán onhis 4x4x48 Challenge: https://gofund.me/c6c7ef2b

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The Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HERE

Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!!

In this week's episode, Rachael welcomes Martina back to the podcast to talk about training Pre and Postnatal 

The Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HERE

Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!!

If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong.

Health Matters replaces guesswork with data. With over 15 years of experience, they're one of Europe's most experienced performance testing providers.

Find out more or book your test at myhealthmatters.ie.

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In this episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, Seán, Eric and Rachael talk about the different events they have planned for themselves this year including:

- Looking into doing events abroad
- Packing for abroad events (bike boxes)
- Finding alternatives to bigger events when on a budget
- Nutrition for longer events 
- Different challenges and goals the three of them set for themselves
- And much more

The Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HERE

Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!!

This week, Rachael chats to Ultra Marathoner Clare Farrow. Clare was late to the running scene and at first, struggled to complete couch to 5k. Inspired by her mother, Clare persevered and within 18 months completed her first ultra-marathon. Clare has incredible determination and resilience, and her outlook on running is positive and inspiring. Running should be for everyone to enjoy, regardless of circumstance. 

The Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HERE

Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!!

If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong.

Health Matters replaces guesswork with data. With over 15 years of experience, they're one of Europe's most experienced performance testing providers.

Find out more or book your test at myhealthmatters.ie.

ALTAR Speed Dust is engineered to keep fuel in your tank so you can go faster, farther and longer than ever before. Use the code AGR15 to get 15% off at checkout (excludes bundles).

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In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Seán, Eric and Rachael talk about the different rituals and superstitions that they have done or heard been done to prepare for an event

The Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HERE

Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!!

Rachael, Eric and Seán attempt to start a conversation after the tragic event that took place last Wednesday afternoon in Tullamore

The Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HERE

Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!!

In this week's episode, despite being too cold with 22-degree heat in Australia, Rachael joins Seán and Eric as they talk all things about January running and trying to stay motivated to run in the Irish cold! 

The Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HERE

Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!!

It's the first epsiode of 2022 for the Any Given Runday Podcast and Rachael, Eric and Seán are here to give you all the tips you need to crush your 5k PB time this year!

After Rachael explains a particular Aussie slang word, the guys spend the first 15 minutes of the podcast talking about practical tips to get back, or start, your running journey and build yourself up to a 5k.

From there, Seán has his first running consultation on the podcast with Any Given Training Day Running Coach, Rachael, on how to build towards his 5k PB over the next 6 weeks.

Rachael, takes Seán through a consultation, like she would with any of her clients, to find Seán's training history,  goals and everything she needs to programme a 5k plan for him.

In the episode, you will also hear about:
- Easy runs or junk miles
- The benefits of tempo runs and how often you should include them
- Whether treadmill running counts as a potential tempo run
- Why Rachael is a big fan of introducing strides
- With Seán starting to take up cycling, how can he incorporate it into his 5k plan, or will it just hinder his progress?
- What active recovery really is during intervals for Rachael
- The logical yet worst interval you could do at the start of a 5k plan
- Rachael's favourite interval to start a 5k plan
- How you should feel on race day
- And much much more!

If a 5k time is in your goals for 2022, this podcast episode is a must-listen!! Plus, if you want to join Seán and do the 5k PB Challenge over these next 6 weeks and have Rachael as your coach, you too can sign up to the 5k PB Running Programme by clicking the link below:

https://www.trainerize.me/profile/anygiventrainingday/?planGUID=5b749af3ecd24a37aac0930017bb362e&mode=checkout

As a valued listener to the podcast, you can get 15% off your programme for this week only by entering 'PODCAST15' in the discount code!

Follow Seán in his 5k PB journey by following us on Instagram HERE

The Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HERE

Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!!

If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong.

Health Matters replaces guesswork with data. With over 15 years of experience, they're one of Europe's most experienced performance testing providers.

Find out more or book your test at myhealthmatters.ie.

ALTAR Speed Dust is engineered to keep fuel in your tank so you can go faster, farther and longer than ever before. Use the code AGR15 to get 15% off at checkout (excludes bundles).

altarfuel.com

It's the last episode of the Any Given Runday podcast and we want to thank YOU for listening in to us throughout the year!

We have had some fantastic, inspirational guests on the podcast throughout the year as well as some great feedback on the podcasts in person, through Instagram and comments on our Facebook group! 

It means a lot to us to have people listen each week, watch the listenership grow and hear feedback on the podcast. We hope that it has helped, in some small way, to help inspire and motivate you along your fitness journey! 

We look forward to growing the podcast even more in 2022 but, until then, we hope you have a great Christmas and New Year!