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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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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) ...
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 st...
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 ...
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 mar...
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. Rac...
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-cancelli...
In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Seán and Eric welcome Enda Kilgallon, a senior physiotherapist and clinical lead at Premier Physiotherapy (@premierphysiotherapy on Instagram). Enda shares his journey from team sports to becoming a successful runner and triathlete. The conversation delves into the importance of strength and conditioning, proper nutrition, and the role of mobility in a runner's training regimen. Enda emphasises the significance of running technique and gait ana...
In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast we welcome Will Boyle (@wboyledub on Instagram). Will shares his inspiring journey from battling addiction to becoming a successful runner. He discusses the pivotal moments that led him to embrace running as a lifeline, the importance of coaching in his training, and why he loves the Dublin Marathon. `He talks about the training that helped him become a 2:39 Marathon runner as well as having a 16:02 5k PB, all under the coaching of Gary O'Hanlon...
This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we sit down with Carl Duffy (@carl.duffy98 on Instagram) and Mark Campbell (@markcampbell1998 on Instagram), the dynamic duo behind the Swords Running Club (@swordsrunningclub). Discover how they transformed a casual conversation over a few pints into a thriving community of over 200 members, fostering inclusivity and support for runners of all levels. From personal stories of overcoming mental health challenges, training for your first marathon in D...
The Fantastic Four: Aoife, Cliodhna, Conor and Shane are back to give us an update on how their training is going for the Dublin Marathon, with a lot of focus on this week's episode on the importance of consistency, injury management, and nutrition. They share personal stories about their training progress, the challenges of balancing life and running, the excitement of upcoming races and a HUGE nutrition mistake the lads have made (and Seán continues to make!) 00:00 Introduction and C...
This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Ciara Foy (@ciarafoy.x on Instagram), who is a marathon runner and Hyrox Pro Athlete. Ciara discusses her journey from playing football, battling with body image issues, and overcoming an eating disorder, to achieving a sub-three-hour marathon in Dublin two weeks before coming third in her AG in Hyrox Pro, giving her a qualification and competing in the Hyrox World Championships in Chicago. Ciara shares her insights on the importance of pr...
This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome seasoned triathlon athlete and coach Ambrose Duggan (@westmeath_ironman_irl on Instagram). With nine full Ironmans and fifteen 70.3 events completed across multiple continents at the time of recording, Ambrose shares his inspiring journey into the Ironman world. He discusses his entry into the world of triathlon, the challenges of balancing intense training with work and family life, and the importance of mental health. Ambrose talk...
This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Fiona Everard (@fionaeverard on Instagram), an Irish national cross country champion who has represented Ireland internationally. Fiona recounts her inspiring journey from childhood running to overcoming serious injuries, breaking the sub-16 barrier in a 5K, and winning the Cork City Sports Athlete of the Year in 2023. Fiona shares her experiences with cross country and track, her training regimen, and her future aspirations in the w...
Road to Dublin 2005 Behind Every Runner, There's A Reason Four Voices. Four Different Journeys to One Start Line On this special Thursday episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we dive into the journeys of four marathon runners preparing for the Dublin Marathon this year. Meet our Fantastic Four: Conor (@conor.sweeney_ on Instagram) Cliodhna (@cliodhnaruane on Instagram) Aoife (@amcgmic on Instagram) Shane (@sodruns23 on Instagram) Each with unique backgrounds and goals. From first-tim...
We are delighted to welcome back Michael Fox (@runningfox26.2 on Instagram), an elite marathon runner who ran a seriously impressive 2:21 in the Dublin Marathon last year, achieved the runner-up spot at the Cork City Marathon a few weeks ago and was the winner of the recent Clonee 10k. In this episode, Michael shares invaluable insights into marathon training, from the importance of consistent training and optimal fueling strategies to overcoming the psychological challenges of racing. Micha...
This week's guest on the Any Given Runday Podcast is Aisling Ryan (@aisling_r on Instagram), Aisling boasts multiple podium finishes in half marathons with a 1:18 PB along with a 35:50 10K. She was also a leader in Cork City Half Marathon 2025 In this episode, Aisling talks about her early love for sports, overcoming a severe illness, and finding her passion for running during COVID. Discover how running became her escape, her experiences with local running clubs, and why she excels in the ha...
In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Eoin Sheehan (@eoinsheehan on Instagram), a cook, nutritionist, athlete, and entrepreneur. Eoin is a cook, nutritionist, athlete, and entrepreneur, founding the meal prep company, Country Munch, and is a TV chef with Virgin Media on the six o'clock show. After vlogging his training for the Dublin Marathon last year, he recently completed his first Ultra Martin in Wicklow, and as of recording the intro to this episode on Sunday, he...
This week Any Given Runday podcast we welcome Sammy Lupari (@readyforanything.365 on Instagram) Sammy is an ex elite solider turned coach, and a dad of 4, who recently came third in the Norn Iron 100, has represented Ireland in the BYU World Satellite Championships as well as coming 6th in the All Ireland Backyard Ultra last August with an incredible 34 hours and 230km plus of running In this episode, Sammy shares his transition from military life to coaching, his incredible endurance feats, ...
This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we have Sian Seccombe (@siansecc on Instagram). Sian has a masters in sports nutrition, is a marathon runner, a content creator who makes videos on the science behind your training and the host of The Fuelled Runner Podcast. Sian discusses her journey in sports, from her childhood involvement in various sports to her university days focused on netball and running. She shares insights into the importance of fuelling your body correctly for training, t...
In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome runner, entrepreneur and content creator Cian Charlton (@ciancharlton on Instagram) Cian is a sub 3 hour marathon runner who recently came 3rd in the Great Ireland run with an incredible 33:57 time, 2nd in the Westport half marathon and winner of the Another Way 5k. If you don’t know him for his running content, including that video of him reccing the Dublin half marathon this year on his bike, which I think we all saw, you might kno...
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