Returning to exercise after stoma surgery or living with IBD isn’t straightforward and most people aren’t given a clear roadmap.

In this episode, I’m joined by pelvic floor physiotherapist Leah Bryans to break down how the body actually recovers after surgery, what the pelvic floor does, and how to safely rebuild strength and confidence.

We talk about recovery timelines, bladder and pelvic floor issues, returning to running, and the importance of doing things gradually and correctly.

This is a practical, honest conversation for anyone trying to get back to movement after surgery or struggling to trust their body again.

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In this episode of The Runs Club Podcast, Jonathan Healy sits down with Esteban Garcia to talk about going from stoma surgery and years of ulcerative colitis to running a sub-3 marathon.

Esteban shares his full story, from a decade of severe symptoms, failed medications, and life-changing surgery, to rebuilding his body through running and becoming one of the fastest runners with a stoma. They discuss IBD, ostomy life, marathon training, mental resilience, running with a stoma, hydration, chafing, prolapse risk, strength training, and the mindset needed to come back stronger after illness.

This is a powerful conversation about identity, recovery, ambition, and what becomes possible when you refuse to give up.

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In the debut episode of The Runs Club Podcast, Jonathan Healy is joined by Oisin, founder of ENP (Enhanced Nutrition and Performance), to talk about how to start running properly, improve your 5K, avoid injury, and fuel for performance.

This episode covers beginner running advice, Couch to 5K tips, VO2 max, threshold training, strength training for runners, recovery, hydration, body composition, and sports nutrition. Oisin also explains why consistency matters more than intensity, how to structure your training, and what runners need to know about carbohydrates and pre-run fueling.

If you are trying to build fitness, get faster, train smarter, or return to running after setbacks, this episode is packed with practical advice.

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