Any Given Runday

Any Given Runday
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Weekly Fitness Podcast hosted by Seán & Eric where endurance, fitness and laughter meet. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just taking your first steps on the road, this podcast is your ultimate companion for all things running/endurance related.With expert insights from special weekly guests detailing their training journey that will help you with yours, motivational anecdotes, and a passion for pounding the pavement, Any Given Runday is your go-to podcast for all things running. From some of Ireland's elite athletes to the everyday recreational runner, we delve into personal stories,  training tips, race strategies, injury prevention, and the mental aspects of running while having the craic along the way.We also review some of the top races in the country, which might help you decide on your next fitness challenge.New episodes drop every Monday, and you can check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anygivenrundaypodcast/Contact us: info@anygivenrunday.com

  1. 6 days ago

    #331 Chris O'Connor: Running 100km in honour of his late dad and much more

    On this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Chris O'Connor (@christopher.oconn on Instagram), an 18-year-old ultra marathon runner who shares his journey from his Dad getting him into running to completing a 100K race in memory of his father and how running has helped him with his grief.  18:00 The Beginning of a Running Journey 25:08 The Impact of Loss on Running 32:29 From Marathon to Ultra: A New Challenge 40:13 Training for the 100K: A Personal Mission 41:30 Building Mental Toughness Through Running 47:08 The Role of Family Support in Endurance Sports 50:43 Fundraising and Personal Motivation Behind the 100K 56:51 Navigating Grief and Academic Challenges 59:53 Future Aspirations in Running and Personal Training You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcast Shop ultrapurelabs.ie to shop the muscle recovery range and get 10% off by buying the Muscle Recovery Kit https://ultrapurelabs.ie/collections/muscle-recovery/products/wintergreen-heat-rub-cream You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1hr 7min

  2. 18 May

    #330 Megan Hamill: Running LA to Vegas, Ironman Kona, Ultramarathon Through The Alps and Much More

    This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Megan Hamill (@soulfullyginger on Instagram), who shares her incredible journey from childhood runs to the Ironman World Championship in Kona, ultra marathons through the Alps, and secretive races like The Speed Project going through LA to Vegas and much more. Discover her insights on mental strength, body positivity, and pushing limits in sport. 13:00 Introduction to Megan Hamill 00:25 Megan's Early Running Journey 03:13 Transitioning to Competitive Running 07:20 Learning to Swim for Ironman 11:20 Facing Challenges in Ironman Training 15:21 Empowering Women in Sports 19:18 Navigating Body Image and Nutrition 23:09 Experiences at the Ironman World Championships 29:04 Rehab and Resilience in Running 35:09 The Joy of Running and Its Impact 36:21 The Meditative Power of Long-Distance Running 39:19 Facing the Challenge: Running the Alps 44:19 The Importance of Support in Endurance Events 47:16 The Secretive Nature of The Speed Project 53:19 Experiencing the London Marathon 55:12 Building Community with Club Soul 59:31 Involving Family in Endurance Challenges You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcast Shop ultrapurelabs.ie to shop the muscle recovery range and get 10% off by buying the Muscle Recovery Kit https://ultrapurelabs.ie/collections/muscle-recovery/products/wintergreen-heat-rub-cream You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1hr 17min

  3. 11 May

    #329 Gary Connolly: We Run Wild NI, 300 Plus Marathons, 100 Mile along Berlin Wall and More

    This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Gary Connolly from We Run Wild NI (@werunwildni), who shares his journey from running his first marathon at the turn of the millennium to completing over 300 marathons and ultra-distance races, as well as organising ultra running events. Discover insights into training, organising ultra events, and the mental and physical challenges of long-distance running. 08:30 Introduction to Gary Connolly and His Journey 11:49 The First Marathon Experience and Its Impact 14:37 Unique Wedding Day: Running a Marathon 17:32 The Evolution of a Marathon Runner 20:36 Memorable Marathons and Unique Experiences 23:32 The Mental Aspect of Long-Distance Running 26:31 Transitioning to Event Organisation 29:21 Creating Meaningful Events: The Famine Way 32:02 Challenges in Organising Long-Distance Events 33:01 Logistical Challenges of Ultra Races 35:13 Motivation and Support in Ultra Running 36:46 Transitioning from Marathons to Ultra Races 38:02 Training and Preparation for Ultra Distances 40:39 Experiences Running Along Historical Routes 42:47 Navigation and GPS in Ultra Events 45:04 The Competitive Landscape of Ultra Running 48:02 The Growing Popularity of Long-Distance Events 50:02 Recommendations for First-Time Ultra Runners For more of their events, check out: werunwildni.com You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcast Shop ultrapurelabs.ie to shop the muscle recovery range and get 10% off by buying the Muscle Recovery Kit https://ultrapurelabs.ie/collections/muscle-recovery/products/wintergreen-heat-rub-cream You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    57 min

  4. 4 May

    #328 Emily Bond: Operation Ironwoman, Performing TedX Talks, Learning Personal Growth from Rocket Science

    This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Emily Bond (@operationironwoman), an endurance athlete, aerospace engineer, PhD researcher, and public speaker with a TEDx talk to her name. Emily shares her journey from engineering and overcoming compartment syndrome on both her legs to completing her first Ironman and setting her sights on completing all UK Ironman races in one year. 23:00 Introduction to Emily Bond 25:47 Journey into Engineering and Sports 28:42 Overcoming Physical Challenges 31:45 The Path to Self-Belief 34:22 The First 5K Experience 37:36 Building Up to Triathlons 40:34 The Ironman Ambition 43:31 The Emotional Journey of Racing 46:28 Preparing for Ironman Events 49:49 Embracing the Start Line: Overcoming Pre-Race Nerves 51:58 Community in Triathlon: The Power of Shared Experiences 54:46 Crossing the Finish Line: A Journey of Emotions 57:09 The Ambitious Goal: Completing Every UK Ironman 59:35 Planning for Success: Adapting to Challenges 61:42 Managing Risks: Understanding Physical Limitations 65:56 Recovery After the Race: The Importance of Rest 67:28 Building a Support Network: Community and Connection 69:33 Running for a Purpose: Personal Growth and Charity 71:40 Embracing Change: The Evolution of Self 74:23 Keeping Up with the Journey: Connecting with Emily You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcast Shop ultrapurelabs.ie to shop the muscle recovery range and get 10% off by buying the Muscle Recovery Kit https://ultrapurelabs.ie/collections/muscle-recovery/products/wintergreen-heat-rub-cream You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1hr 19min

  5. 4 May

    #332 David Kelleher: Skyrunning for Ireland, Trails and More

    In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome skyrunner David Kelleher (@o_ceileachair12 on Instagram). David shares his journey from rugby to ultra running, discussing the challenges and rewards of transitioning from team sports to solo endurance events. He reflects on his first marathon experience, the differences between road and trail running, and the meditative aspects of running in nature.  David also delves into the intensity of ultra running, the importance of pushing personal limits, and his competitive journey that led him to wear the green bib at the World Masters Sky Running Championship. We discuss the challenges and brutal nature of mountain running, the importance of time management and personal philosophy in balancing training with life, and future aspirations in the sport.  15:00 We welcome David Kelleher: From Rugby to Ultra Running 20:10 The Transition: Finding Intensity in Solo Sports 24:58 First Marathon Experience: The Waterford Challenge 29:58 Trail Running vs. Road Running: A Personal Preference 34:55 The Meditative Nature of Trail Running 39:47 Pushing Limits: The Intensity of Ultra Running 44:59 The Green Bib: Competing at a Higher Level 47:12 The Journey to Competitive Running 54:04 Experiences at the World Sky Running Championships 58:31 Understanding Sky Running 64:54 Time Management and Personal Philosophy 67:36 Future Goals and Aspirations Shop ultrapurelabs.ie to shop the muscle recovery range and get 10% off by buying the Muscle Recovery Kit https://ultrapurelabs.ie/collections/muscle-recovery/products/wintergreen-heat-rub-cream You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1hr 16min

  6. 27 Apr

    #327: Positive Pacers: Building A Running Community with Dara O'Connor & Rob Merrigan

    This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Dara O'Connor (@oconnordara) and Robert Merrigan (@robert_merrigan) from Positive Pacers (@positive_pacers on Instagram) The guys talk about their running background, how they got into running and building Positive Pacers Running Community 16:00 Introduction to Positive Pacers 18:52 Dara's Journey into Running 21:53 Transitioning from Team Sports to Running 24:56 The Role of Coaching in Running 27:53 Rob's Background and Military Influence 30:50 Building Community through Running 33:51 The Growth of Positive Pacers 36:36 The Impact of Running on Mental Health 43:37 The Importance of Community Support 45:11 Family Dynamics and Shared Activities 48:07 The Role of Discipline in Recovery 51:07 Celebrating Achievements and Family Bonds 53:45 Building a Supportive Running Community 56:29 The Growth of Positive Paces 64:47 Encouraging New Members to Join 69:05 Preparing for Upcoming Events You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcast Shop ultrapurelabs.ie to shop the muscle recovery range and get 10% off by buying the Muscle Recovery Kit https://ultrapurelabs.ie/collections/muscle-recovery/products/wintergreen-heat-rub-cream You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1hr 13min

  7. 20 Apr

    #326 Conor O'Keeffe: From Fighting to Ultra Running & Building A Business

    This week, we welcome Conor O'Keeffe (@cokeeffe on Instagram), who shares his journey from fighting to ultra-running, overcoming mental health struggles, and launching a successful sports nutrition business, Altar. We get into his first marathon, chasing identity and external validation, overcoming injuries and surgeries, 100 Mile Runs, plus much more 15:00 From Fighter to Endurance Athlete 19:40 The Struggles of Identity and Mental Health 27:44 Finding Solace in Running 33:47 The Journey of Transformation 39:08 Lessons from the 100-Mile Challenge 45:15 Redefining Success and Health in Running 48:26 The Journey to Relevance Post-Surgery 53:06 Realisations and External Pressures 55:45 Finding Freedom in Family 59:47 Transitioning to Alter Nutrition 64:08 Defining Success in Business 74:24 The Growth of Speed Dust 83:24 Final Thoughts and Future Aspirations You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcast Shop ultrapurelabs.ie to shop the muscle recovery range and get 10% off by buying the Muscle Recovery Kit https://ultrapurelabs.ie/collections/muscle-recovery/products/wintergreen-heat-rub-cream You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1hr 28min

  8. 13 Apr

    #325 John McDonnell: From Stroke To Sub 3 Hour, How Running Saved His Life

    In this episode, we welcome marathon runner and coach John McDonnell (@jmruncoach on Instagram), who shares his incredible journey from getting into running, his journey to the Boston marathon, health struggles to sub-3 hour marathon runner, overcoming a life-threatening stroke and heart surgery along the way. 14:00 We welcome John McDonnell 18:30 The Transformation: From Overweight to Marathon Runner 23:36 The Emotional Impact of Running: Family and Tragedy 28:33 Chasing the Boston Marathon: The Quest for Qualification 33:39 The Mental Game: Overcoming Challenges in Marathon Training 38:27 Breaking Barriers: The Sub-3 Hour Marathon Goal 43:17 Life After Boston: New Goals and Aspirations 48:20 The Unexpected Fall: A Personal Journey Begins 52:14 The Stroke: A Life-Altering Experience 56:13 Recovery and Realizations: The Aftermath of a Stroke 60:29 Back to Running: Overcoming Physical and Mental Barriers 68:17 Training Smarter: Lessons Learned in Running and Life You can learn more about John and his coaching at: https://jmruncoach.com/ https://achieverunningclub.com/ As well as purchasing his book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ie/Heart-Running-How-Saved-Life You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrudaypodcast ___________________________________________________________________ In the intro of this podcast, we also talk about Forever 19. Learn more by following their Instagram Page @aidansforever19 and https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/tomowens1 Shop ultrapurelabs.ie to shop the muscle recovery range and get 10% off by buying the Muscle Recovery Kit https://ultrapurelabs.ie/collections/muscle-recovery/products/wintergreen-heat-rub-cream You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1hr 22min
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Weekly Fitness Podcast hosted by Seán & Eric where endurance, fitness and laughter meet. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just taking your first steps on the road, this podcast is your ultimate companion for all things running/endurance related.With expert insights from special weekly guests detailing their training journey that will help you with yours, motivational anecdotes, and a passion for pounding the pavement, Any Given Runday is your go-to podcast for all things running. From some of Ireland's elite athletes to the everyday recreational runner, we delve into personal stories,  training tips, race strategies, injury prevention, and the mental aspects of running while having the craic along the way.We also review some of the top races in the country, which might help you decide on your next fitness challenge.New episodes drop every Monday, and you can check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anygivenrundaypodcast/Contact us: info@anygivenrunday.com

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  • Creator
    Any Given Runday
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    332
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Any Given Runday
  • Show Website
    Any Given Runday

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