Daniel Smyth swam the North Channel from Ireland to Scotland on 13.07.24 becoming the youngest male ever to do so at just 17 years old! The indomitable World Record holder talks about his training and his journey and relives the epic swim. An Inspirational young man who we can all learn from.

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From Iron Maiden to Ironman: A short Memoir and Training Plan of a first time Ironman https://amzn.eu/d/0j6oRiK5

Joe Hand, aka “Mr Explosive Joseph”, describes how he had to adapt to overcome an unforeseen health curveball that would see him stopped in his tracks. Listen to his astonishing journey back to health and into triathlon as he prepares to tame the Welsh Dragon that is Ironman Wales in the best shape of his life!

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From Iron Maiden to Ironman: A short Memoir and Training Plan of a first time Ironman https://amzn.eu/d/04UGOgY4

“Deca Bob” Davison takes us back to the journey that lead him to complete 10 Ironman distance triathlons over 10 consecutive days!! A fascinating dive into the mind of an ultra endurance athlete - this guy’s training is what some people train for. A machine and a gentleman 💪🏼 From Iron Maiden to Ironman: https://amzn.eu/d/jm0vv9p

Omagh Harriers’ Stephen Duncan shares his memories of triathlon as well as looking back over his hugely successful running career to date. Stevie fondly recalls his experiences of mountain racing, his international successes and his satisfaction in winning the Omagh Half Marathon. Keep an eye out for Stevie’s next Coaching intake: https://www.facebook.com/stephenduncanrunning - From Iron Maiden to Ironman: https://amzn.eu/d/jm0vv9p

Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about a bike fit: recorded by Micky when he availed of the computerised bike fit available at Roe Valley Cycles in Limavady. The tech nerds will love this one! From Iron Maiden to Ironman: https://amzn.eu/d/jm0vv9p

Canice Nicholas reflects on his recent experience in Portugal representing Ireland in the European Championships and chats about his journey to get there. Canice has chalked up some epic events over the years and he talks fondly about his beloved Bundoran 10 Miler. Check out Canice’s Business Coaching at https://northernireland.actioncoach.co.uk/ From Iron Maiden to Ironman: https://amzn.eu/d/jm0vv9p

Susan O’Neill shares her journey from a barmaid who could not swim to completing Ironman, tackling mountains, ultras and marathons dressed as a Teddy for a charity close to her heart. She’s a girl not to be underestimated. From Iron Maiden to Ironman: https://amzn.eu/d/jm0vv9p

Sean Healy chats about how he got involved in triathlon following his football career and how the love of the sport would see him conquering Ironman courses in Austria, Germany and Lanzarote. Sean continues to go from strength to strength, a few months shy of his 70th birthday - a true inspiration to us all. From Iron Maiden to Ironman: https://amzn.eu/d/jm0vv9p

Orla Colton shares her personal journey through dark and dangerous times to finding herself winning at family life, gym life and collecting Masters Gold Medals in Track and Field along the way. MC Fitness: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069824464609 Support for victims of Domestic Abuse: https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/support-services-victims From Iron Maiden to Ironman https://amzn.eu/d/jm0vv9p

Micky’s (edited) interview from “The Concast” (episode 154) in Canada. Micky talks about growing up during the Troubles, the drinking culture in the 90’s, settling down with a family and reinventing himself to eventually complete Ironman Ireland on the day he turned 50 years old. From Iron Maiden to Ironman: https://amzn.eu/d/jm0vv9p. The Concast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4XdBOvzfO4ecchfXiaI8FQ?si=1bVdSSIPQJSbzx1AjjCKEQ