This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Dr. Sarah Kelly (@sarahke11y_ on Instagram). Sarah has a masters and PHd in Clinical Exercise Physiology from DCU, is the co-founder of Herology, has partnered with Irish Life Health with Irish Life Health Schools Fitness Challenge for years, as well as partnering with them for Wellfest for the last two years

Sarah shares her journey from a background in sports and exercise physiology to becoming a passionate runner and advocate for women's health. She discusses her experiences with marathon training, the importance of nutrition and recovery, and the unique challenges women face in the running community. Sarah emphasises the significance of proper fuelling, the role of supplements, CrossFit and the need for tailored training approaches for women, including the Pelvic Floor.

09:00 Introduction to Dr. Sarah Kelly
12:11 The Journey into Running
14:49 Managing Training and Research
18:04 Injuries and Recovery Strategies
20:41 Balancing Family Life and Training
23:56 Gender Differences in Training Research
26:41 Advice for Female Runners
29:55 Nutrition and Carb Loading for Runners
32:43 Supplements and Their Importance
35:29 Herology and Women's Health Supplements
38:40 The Importance of Nutrition and Supplementation for Women
45:02 Creating Balance: The Science Behind Female Health Supplements
46:34 Building a Community: The Herology Hub for Female Health
47:53 Challenging Misconceptions: The Reality of Women's Health Messaging
50:53 Navigating the Marathon: Women's Health and Menstrual Cycles
58:18 Post-Marathon Recovery: Nutrition and Fitness Myths

Herology Website 

https://herologysupplements.com/

Herology Instagram 

https://www.instagram.com/herologyhub 

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In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, experienced marathon runners and DCM Pacers Jamie Killeen & Anne Jennings talk all things Dublin Marathon 2025 related and answer your questions 

20:00 Introduction to the DCM Pacers
21:00 Personal Running Journeys: From Beginners to Experienced Runners
25:23 Learning from Mistakes: The Evolution of a Runner
26:43 Experiences in Marathons: Challenges and Lessons Learned
30:53 Mental Strategies for Endurance: Overcoming the Last 10K
35:31 The Role of Pacers: Supporting Fellow Runners
38:03 Pacing Challenges and Solutions
40:37 Marathon Morning Strategies
42:28 Positioning at the Start Line
44:17 Managing Large Pace Groups
47:36 Even Splits and Race Strategy
49:29 Personal Running Strategies
52:34 Nutrition and Hydration Tips
56:10 Mental Preparation for the Marathon
63:54 The Emotional Finish Line
71:07 Final Tips for Marathon Day

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We catch up with the Fantastic 4 as we hit the Final Countdown to the Dublin Marathon 2025. Going through the journeys of Aoife, Cliodhna, Conor and Shane, we discuss various aspects of dublin marathon preparation, including tapering strategies, injury recovery, mental preparation, pacing, nutrition, and the importance of community support. They share personal experiences and insights, providing valuable tips for runners preparing for Dublin

00:00 Tapering Strategies and Experiences
09:44 Injury Recovery and Marathon Preparation
19:14 Marathon Day Nerves and Logistics
20:55 Planning for Race Day
23:26 The Importance of Group Dynamics
25:53 Pacing Strategies and Personal Plans
29:00 Nutrition and Pacing Strategies for Marathons
30:03 Mental Preparation and Tapering
33:21 Training Recovery and Building Confidence
35:40 Fueling Strategies for Race Day
41:17 Race Day Expectations and Gear Choices
42:47 Exploring New Running Gear
43:10 Marathon Preparation Tips
45:21 Pacing Strategies for Race Day
47:41 Navigating the Marathon Experience
47:57 Common Pitfalls for First-Time Runners
49:35 Logistics and Packing for Race Day
50:55 Learning from Experience
52:53 Community and Support in Running
56:27 Final Tips and Advice for Runners

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In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Sean Collier (@seanyc85 on instagram) shares his running 100 miles around the Ring of Kerry to raise funds for ACT for Meningitis. 

Sean also talks about his journey from Gaelic football to becoming an endurance runner. He discusses the role of CrossFit in his training and his experiences with marathons and ultra-marathons. He talks about the 100k challenge he did last year and how it pushed him on to this year's target. He emphasises the privilege of being able to run and the community support that drives him forward.

You can help Sean by donating through the link below

https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/MeganCollier21

05:50 Introduction to Sean's Journey
08:49 Transition from Gaelic Football to Running
11:35 The Role of CrossFit in Endurance Training
12:58 Understanding Range of Motion in Training
15:54 The Impact of Hyrox on CrossFit
18:39 Running and Community Engagement
21:23 Marathon Experiences and Personal Goals
24:13 The Challenge of Ultra Running
29:15 The Journey of Preparation
35:05 Self-Coaching and Community Support
36:04 Nutrition Strategies for Endurance
40:03 Motivation Behind the Challenge
42:40 Managing Pressure and Expectations
47:18 The Final Stretch and Emotional Finish
51:17 Reflections on Achievement and Future Goals

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In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Rob Dwyer (@rob__dwyer on Instagram) shares his journey from hurling to triathlon, detailing his experiences in various competitions, including Ironman Wales and the Triathlon World Championships. He discusses the challenges he faced, particularly in swimming, and the importance of coaching and proper nutrition. Rob also opens up about his health struggles, including hemochromatosis and the impact of relative energy deficiency syndrome (RED-S) on his training. As he looks to the future, Rob emphasises the importance of recovery and setting goals in his athletic journey.

13:30 Introduction to Rob Dwyer and His Journey
15:44 Transition from Hurling to Triathlon
19:46 The First Triathlon Experience
22:16 The Lifestyle of Triathlon
23:41 Swimming Challenges and Flowstate Swimming
25:08 Preparing for the Ironman in Wales
26:56 Cycling Strategy and Execution
29:49 Running the Marathon After the Bike
32:28 Reflections on the Ironman Experience
33:19 The Transition from Cycling to Running
34:39 Mental Preparation for the Marathon
35:40 The Ironman Experience: Grit and Determination
38:09 Post-Ironman Reflections and Next Steps
39:17 Competing at the World Championships
41:58 The Reality of Competing with Elite Athletes
43:10 Understanding RED-S and Its Impact
48:30 Nutrition and Recovery Strategies
55:28 Mindset During Competition and Recovery
60:14 Future Plans and Goals in Triathlon

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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.

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

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In this episode of the Any Given Day podcast, registered dietitian Niamh Culhane (@nc_nutrition on Instagram) shares her journey from a casual fitness enthusiast to a competitive endurance athlete. She discusses the differences between dietitians and nutritionists, the importance of proper fuelling during endurance training, and the role of sugar in athletic performance. Niamh emphasises the significance of individualised nutrition, the impact of PCOS on dietary needs, and the necessity of strength training for overall health and longevity. She also provides practical tips for race day nutrition and encourages listeners to be proactive in their training and nutrition strategies.

16:00 Introduction to Niamh Culhane
18:41 Understanding Dietitian vs Nutritionist
21:40 Niamh's Journey into Endurance Sports
24:19 The Importance of Proper Nutrition in Training
26:47 Recognising Signs of Underfuelling
31:12 Individual Nutrition Needs for Endurance
34:27 Practical Tips for Fuelling During Runs
36:49 Caffeine: Benefits and Considerations
45:29 Race Day Nutrition Strategies
47:24 The Role of Caffeine in Performance
48:16 Morning Nutrition for Runners
51:14 Nutrition Strategies for Training Days
52:18 Understanding PCOS and Its Impact on Nutrition
56:58 Diet Manipulation and Intermittent Fasting
61:25 Identifying Food Intolerances and Allergies
65:08 Debunking Nutrition Myths
68:35 The Importance of Strength Training
72:31 Adapting Training to Different Environments

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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.

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

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In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Emmet McNamara (@emmet.mcnamara on Instagram) shares his unique journey from being a successful jockey to becoming a competitive runner with a 15:03 5k to his name. He discusses the challenges and mindset required in both sports, the importance of coaching with Emmet Dunleavy and structured training, training with Fethard AC and representing Ireland in the World Masters Running Championships. Emmet also highlights the accessibility of mountain running, through IMRA and the supportive community surrounding it, while sharing his future goals in the sport.

13:50 Introduction to Emmet McNamara
16:54 The Competitive Edge in Running
21:14 Personal Goals and Competitions
26:04 The Role of Technology in Training
31:01 The Appeal of Mountain Running
34:02 Experiencing European Championships
38:19 The Mental Benefits of Trail Running
41:31 Injury Prevention and Recovery
43:48 Getting Started with Mountain Running
45:15 The Transition from Trail to Road Racing
48:30 Managing Injuries and Staying Focused
50:18 Upcoming Races and Goals
52:35 The Importance of Coaching and Structure
54:18 Building Confidence as a Runner
56:21 Reflections on Age and Career Choices
58:01 Nutrition and Weight Management in Running
59:08 Adapting to a New Relationship with Food
65:08 The Growth of Running Communities
69:35 Recommended Races 

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In this episode, Eric and Seán are joined by the Fantastic Four in Aoife, Cliodhna, Conor and Shane to discuss their training journeys leading up to the Dublin Marathon, sharing personal experiences of health setbacks, accidental marathons, adapting training plans, using the bike for marathon training, running shoes, the REAL key to staying injury free that you can only find in Tipperary and much more.

We catch up on:

Shane experiencing health setbacks but remaining optimistic about his marathon goal.

Aoife's "accidental marathon" which taught her about pacing and mental resilience.

Conor is returning from injury and adjusting his training plan accordingly.

Cliodhna navigating an injury while preparing for her first marathon and the benefits of cross-training can help maintain fitness during recovery from injury.

10:00 The Journey to the Dublin Marathon
12:57 Shane's Health Setbacks and Recovery
15:47 Aoife's Accidental Marathon Experience
18:53 Mental Challenges in Racing
22:10 Conor's Return from Injury
25:03 Cliodhna's Injury and Training Dilemmas
40:45 Topping Up: Balancing Running and Cycling
45:48 Injury Management: Staying Fit and Active
50:02 Coaching Insights: Flexibility and Adaptation
55:56 Navigating Training Plans: The Importance of Structure
61:34 The Shoe Dilemma: Finding the Right Fit
66:01 Upcoming Races...

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This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Rachel Abernethy (@runnergirlrach on Instagram), an accomplished runner with multiple marathons and ultramarathons under her belt. Rachel shares her journey into running, the importance of community, and her experiences with major marathons, having run London (twice!) and Chicago. 

She discusses the role of Parkrun in her training, her major marathon goals, running the San Francisco marathon and the joys of running as a lifestyle. Rachel also offers insights into her goals for upcoming races, her role with Asics, the Phoenix Flyers Run Club and encourages new runners to join the community.

11:30 Introduction to Rachel Abernethy
12:37 Rachel's Journey into Running
15:23 The Evolution of Running Passion
17:09 First Half Marathon Experience
20:01 Transitioning to Marathons
21:45 Experiences at Major Marathons
23:42 The Excitement of Major Marathons
24:54 Goals and Motivation in Running
26:21 Running with a Partner
28:35 Comparing Marathon Experiences
30:29 Favorite Running Locations
32:50 The Importance of Parkrun
34:32 Encouraging Newcomers to Parkrun
37:20 Building Community through Running
40:42 Becoming an Ambassador for Running
42:20 Navigating Social Media and Brand Ambassadorship
48:37 Running as a Lifestyle: Mental and Physical Benefits
49:53 Racing Insights: Recommendations and Experiences
52:04 Training Strategies: Balancing Goals and Recovery
61:55 The Debate: Pace vs. Intensity in Training
67:45 Exploring Ultra Marathons: Challenges and Joys

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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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This week, we welcome a great friend to the podcast in Munro Ruigrok. But he also deserves to be on the podcast in his own right, from running mulitple marathons, the Camino and running the Dublin Marathon this year for Chime (Ireland’s national Deaf charity) in support of his son, Colton. 

Munro talks about getting into running, meeting Eric and the running scene in Dubai and taking on the Camino!

He also talks about running the Dublin Marathon this October wearing strong noise-cancelling headphones, without sound in symbolic recognition of the deaf experience, and to champion his son - and every deaf child, parent and person navigating a world not always built with them in mind. 

You can learn more and help support Munro and his cause by clicking the link:

https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/MunroRuigrok

[10:30] Munro's journey into running

[14:30] Run Clubs in Dubai, and if it is really as hot as Eric claims!

[22:31] Journey to the Camino and its unique challenges and terrain

[48:10] Running Dublin 6 Days after his son was born

[53:30] The importance of early diagnosis and hearing aids 

[60:45] Transitioning to cochlear implants and learning sign language 

[68:15] Running a Marathon in Silence

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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.

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.