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. 4 DAYS AGO

    #316 Lawrence Mooney: Double Hip Replacement Marathons & A Second Chance

    In this episode, Lawrence Mooney shares his incredible journey from being an active triathlete and marathon runner to facing significant health challenges, including hip replacements and getting a second chance at life.  He discusses his transition into triathlon, the barriers he overcame in swimming, marathons, and running marathons despite having a double hip replacement. We also discuss the events that led to him being able to join the podcast, surviving against the odds and share his story.  13:00 Introduction to Lawrence's Journey 15:03 The Transition from Sports to Triathlon 18:07 Overcoming Swimming Barriers 21:02 The Challenge of Long-Distance Events 23:58 Incorporating Reformer Pilates into Training 27:08 Marathon Experiences and Training Strategies 29:56 The Benefits of Multi-Sport Training 33:02 Navigating Hip Replacements and Recovery 35:49 Mental Resilience in Endurance Sports 41:16 Marathon Reflections and Personal Challenges 45:30 Getting a Second Chance 52:33 Surviving Against the Odds 58:34 Awareness and Prevention 63:50 Life After a Near-Death Experience You can listen to this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and wherever you get your podcasts from Shop ultrapurelabs.ie to shop the muscle recovery range and get 10% off by buying the Muscle Recovery Kit You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1h 13m

  2. 5 FEB

    #315 Oliver Kirwan: Run The Night, Project 8 & Elite Event Management

    On a special Thursday episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we have the founder of Elite Event Management, Oliver Kirwan, on the podcast to discuss what goes on behind the scenes to create some of the top events in the country, including Quest and the Wicklow 200, as well as upcoming events such as Project 8 and Run The Night Run The Night 5 Mile event will be in Cork on February 11th and Dublin on February 18th, with tickets for the Charity Night Run available on: runthenight.ie You can follow us on Instagram, where we are running a competition for a pair of tickets for both events: @anygivenrunday.com Shop ultrapurelabs.ie to shop the muscle recovery range and get 10% off by buying the Muscle Recovery Kit

    30 min

  3. 2 FEB

    #314 Leah Headon: Performance Nutrition, Gut Health, Mental Habits & More

    In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, performance & Wicklow GAA nutritionist Leah Headon (@haeloo_nutrition on Instagram) shares her journey into the field of nutrition, discussing her personal experiences with diabetes and an eating disorder that shaped her understanding of food and health. The conversation delves into topics such as gut health, the balance between weight loss and performance, the impact of hydration, and the importance of nutrition habits. Leah also addresses common myths in the nutrition space and provides practical tips for marathon training, emphasising the need for a balanced approach to fuelling and recovery. 17:00 Welcome to the podcast, Leah Headon 19:48 Leah's Journey to Nutrition 22:52 Understanding Gut Health 25:25 Nutrition for Athletes 28:21 The Impact of Ultra-Processed Foods 31:19 Balancing Nutrition and Weight Loss 34:13 Intermittent Fasting and Its Effects 43:49 Fuelling Performance: The Role of Diet 45:15 Psychology of Cravings and Eating Habits 46:19 Hydration and Its Impact on Performance 49:38 The Importance of Mental Habits in Nutrition 51:34 Nutrition Strategies for Marathon Training 54:29 Caffeine and Fuelling During Races 59:35 Debunking Nutrition Myths and Misconceptions 63:14 Final Thoughts on Nutrition and Performance 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 You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1h 8m

  4. 26 JAN

    #313 Ray Shah on Tryka, Hyrox, Weight Loss and More

    In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Ray Shah (@rayshah on Instagram) shares his journey from being unfit and overweight during Covid to becoming a competitive athlete in Hyrox with multiple podium wins and World Championship appearances.  He discusses his weight loss transformation, the importance of diet and training, and the role of community in fitness. Ray emphasises the significance of pacing and strategy in races, the value of coaching with Jake Dearden and Sean Noble, and the lessons learned from early competitions. He talks about Tryka, a new fitness event that aims to be more inclusive than Hyrox, with their second event happening this weekend in the RDS, where he competes and was the MC of the first event back in October. Ray shares his top tips for success in Hyrox races and the importance Ray highlights the importance of enjoying the journey and the experiences that come with it. 06:00 Welcome to the Podcast, Ray Shah 07:36 Ray's Journey into Fitness 10:03 The Impact of COVID on Health and Being Unfit 13:09 The Importance of Diet and Losing 25kg 15:14 Training Regimen and Challenges 18:02 Discovering Hyrox 24:54 First Race Experience in Madrid 28:39 Success at Hyrox Dublin and first podium finish 32:54 The Competitive Edge in Racing 36:53 Training Smarter, Not Harder 42:38 The Rise of Tryka: A New Fitness Community and Inclusive Hybrid Race Series in Ireland 51:14 Enjoying the Journey in Fitness 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 You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1h 3m

  5. 19 JAN

    #312: Art O'Neill 2026 Review

    In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, after DNF'ing Art O'Neill in 2023, Seán talks about his second attempt at it over the weekend... and why he didn't tell Eric about it beforehand If you're looking for the top tips and inside scoops on how to complete AON, Seán is probably not the best example of that, as he talks about his experiences running through the night and the following morning in all sorts of conditions, terrain and challenges he faced It's a fantastic, well organised event full of challenges and definitely an adventure element to it. In the second half of the podcast, the lads both open up with their struggles in their journey right now, setbacks, challenges, routine and more.  00:53 Seán's Decision to take on Art 04:02 The Start of the Race and Historical Context to Art O'Neill 09:43 Early Challenges and Steep Climbs 14:49 Checkpoint Reflections and Weather Woes 19:55 The Struggles of Navigation, Terrain & Climbing 24:48 Final Stretch and Silly Mistakes 29:51 Reflections on the Experience and Future Plans 30:19 Facing Injuries and Embarrassment 31:44 The Mental Battle of Training 34:16 Finding Community in Running 37:15 The Importance of Goals and Accountability 40:31 Embracing the Journey of Running 49:05 The Reality of Training and Motivation 54:56 Looking Ahead: Future Races and Goals 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 You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1h 3m

  6. 12 JAN

    #311 Zak Hanna: Elite Uphill Mountain Runner

    In this episode of the Any Given Run Day podcast, mountain and trail runner Zak Hanna (@zakhanna on Instagram) shares his journey from cycling to becoming a competitive mountain runner at the highest level. He discusses his experiences in various international competitions, the challenges of downhill running, and the importance of mindset and training in harsh conditions.  Zak reflects on his achievements, including his fifth-place finish in the World Mountain Running Championships, and emphasises the significance of enjoying the journey as an athlete. He also shares insights on training strategies, injury prevention, and his future goals. 07:00 Introduction to Zak Hanna & The Journey to Trail Running 11:34 Transition from Cycling to Running 16:07 First Experiences in Competitive Running 19:03 The Challenge of Downhill Running 25:07 Mindset in Extreme Sports 26:11 Training Consistency in Winter 28:11 Running with a Canine Companion 31:59 The Joy of Running with Dogs 32:34 Training Locations: From Kenya to Italy 35:16 Becoming 5th in the World in Thailand 41:59 Celebrating Achievements and Future Goals 46:19 Training Strategies and Injury Prevention 51:20 Upcoming Races and more 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 You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1 hr

  7. 5 JAN

    #310 Paul Pollock: Double Olympian Marathoner and National Champion

    In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Paul Pollock (@ppmarathon on Instagram) shares his journey from a junior runner to becoming an Olympian and elite marathoner. He discusses the challenges of injuries, the transition from shorter distances to marathons, winning the National Championships in 2012 and the impact of training with elite athletes. Paul also delves into his unique approach to training, including the role of cycling in his preparation, and reflects on his experiences at the World Championships, the Rio and Tokyo Olympics and training in the NN Running Team alongside some of the top runners in the world. As a coach, he emphasises the importance of individualised training and building a strong foundation for marathon success. 18:00 We welcome Paul Pollock to the AGR podcast 22:03 Injuries and Comebacks: The Road to the Marathon 24:25 Transitioning from 5k to the Marathon Distance and winning the national Championships 36:14 World Championships and Olympic Dreams 42:38 Training with the Elite: Insights from the NN Running Team 44:27 The Impact of Cycling on Marathon Training 54:14 Navigating Injuries: The Achilles Experience 57:29 Tokyo 2020: A Unique Olympic Experience 63:12 Coaching Philosophy: Individualised Training for Success 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 You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1h 15m

  8. 1 JAN

    #309 If You Ran in 2025, You’ll Relate to This (July- Dec Best Of)

    The second half of 2025 brought a different kind of energy to Any Given Runday from race-day nerves and strategies, post marathon blues and pitfalls, big challenges, and honest conversations about what really goes into endurance sport. From first time marathoners to elite athletes, to caffeine, strength work, climbing the tallest peaks in the world, and ballsy strategies to endurance challenges, this episode captures some the lessons and the craic on the podcast from July through December. Whether you’re deep in winter training, recovering from a big year, or already eyeing your next start line, this Best Of is a reminder that progress doesn’t come from one perfect session, it comes from showing up, learning, and staying curious. Thanks again for making 2025 our biggest year yet. This one’s for the runners, the thinkers, and the ones still figuring it out. 2:01 Anne & Jamie on what to expect on Dublin Marathon morning 5:49 The Fantastic 4, with Cliodhna on signing up for her first ever marathon 10:46 Rob Dwyer, who does lane swimming on a Monday 11:15 Niamh Culhane on caffeine and performance: benefits, timing, and pitfalls 18:50 Learning about The Speed Project and the lads’ ballsy approach to it 25:55 Sarah Kelly on why women’s training is different and how research lagged behind on purpose 34:10 Mick Fox’s Dublin Marathon approach from our first-ever YouTube Live episode 38:55 Kevin English with post marathon advice most runners ignore 45:51 Will Boyle on the turning point that started his running journey 55:37 Enda Kilgallon breaks down the strength exercises runners should actually be doing 63:24 Andy Nolan on why Denali was the hardest peak he’s climbed so far 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 You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com

    1h 11m
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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
    316
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Any Given Runday
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