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#124 - Every Trail is a Waterfall

Fresh from his trip back from Scotland, Eric tells Seán about his newfound love for trails and why they are a great alternative to road running. The lads also give tips on how to get into trail running, along with a few trail running events coming up soon! 

Every Trail is a Waterfall

Fresh from his trip back from Scotland, Eric tells Seán about his newfound love for trails and why they are a great alternative to road running. The lads also give tips on how to get into trail running, along with a few trail running events coming up soon! 

#123 - Running to audiobooks, with weighted vests and the trials of running

Late with this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, but Seán and Eric have a lot on their mind this week, including: - Running with Audiobooks/Music - Backyard Ultra runs (not by either btw!) - Staying Prepared for events and having an ear to the ground - The likelihood of running injuries - Running with Weighted Vests And more!

Running to audiobooks, with weighted vests and the trials of running

Late with this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, but Seán and Eric have a lot on their mind this week, including: - Running with Audiobooks/Music - Backyard Ultra runs (not by either btw!) - Staying Prepared for events and having an ear to the ground - The likelihood of running injuries - Running with Weighted Vests And more!

#122 - How to get your fitness mojo back

In this episode, Eric talks about his struggles with his weight and fitness regime in the first half of 2022 and how he managed to turn it around step by step. From struggle to complete a cycle to work to now doing 90k cycles through the Sally Gap, he talks about how he set up his training to build towards a Mizen to Malin Head cycle in September, the Dublin Marathon in October and the Hardman Triathlon in 2023

How to get your fitness mojo back

In this episode, Eric talks about his struggles with his weight and fitness regime in the first half of 2022 and how he managed to turn it around step by step. From struggle to complete a cycle to work to now doing 90k cycles through the Sally Gap, he talks about how he set up his training to build towards a Mizen to Malin Head cycle in September, the Dublin Marathon in October and the Hardman Triathlon in 2023

#121 - Mental and Physical Running Barriers

After a week off, the lads are back with another episode of the Any Given Runday podcast. On this week's episode, the lads talk about how agonisingly close Seán came to finally get a sub 20 min 5k and why he believes it is as much a mental barrier as it is a physical barrier. 

Mental and Physical Running Barriers

After a week off, the lads are back with another episode of the Any Given Runday podcast. On this week's episode, the lads talk about how agonisingly close Seán came to finally get a sub 20 min 5k and why he believes it is as much a mental barrier as it is a physical barrier. 

#120 - Ring of Kerry Cycle & Cycling for Marathon Training?

Seán and Eric are back for another episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast as Seán addresses some of the talking points brought up by Eric and Rachael, concerning his Ring of Kerry cycle, on the last episode of the podcast. Eric talks about how he's getting on cycling to work, the progress he has made so far as well as how he is balancing out training for cycling the length of the country along with training for the Dublin Marathon

Ring of Kerry Cycle & Cycling for Marathon Training?

Seán and Eric are back for another episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast as Seán addresses some of the talking points brought up by Eric and Rachael, concerning his Ring of Kerry cycle, on the last episode of the podcast. Eric talks about how he's getting on cycling to work, the progress he has made so far as well as how he is balancing out training for cycling the length of the country along with training for the Dublin Marathon

TT Handlebars and cycling distances

With Seán away at the Ring Of Kerry, Eric and Rachael take over the podcast to discuss their training, Rachael's 101km cycle and using TT handlebars

#119 - TT Handlebars and cycling distances

With Seán away at the Ring Of Kerry, Eric and Rachael take over the podcast to discuss their training, Rachael's 101km cycle and using TT handlebars

Almost Sub 20...

In this week's episode, Seán talks to Eric about almost getting a sub 20 min 5k and where he thinks he can improve from there. Eric is near the end of his 4 week training mini programme and talks bout cycling to work and building towards cycling the length of the country and doing the Dublin Marathon this year

#118 - Almost Sub 20...

In this week's episode, Seán talks to Eric about almost getting a sub 20 min 5k and where he thinks he can improve from there. Eric is near the end of his 4 week training mini programme and talks bout cycling to work and building towards cycling the length of the country and doing the Dublin Marathon this year

#117 - Sub 20min 5k Race Week - What to do?

In this week's episode, Seán, Eric and Rachael discuss Seán's potential options for training as he heads into his race week for another attempt at cracking a sub 20 min 5k time: - What Rachael would recommend Seán to do and, just as important, what NOT to do in a race week - The one type of running that is often overlooked because of how simple it is and this technique should be used by all beginner runners BEFORE they programme interval training! If you want Rachael as your online running...

Sub 20min 5k Race Week - What to do?

In this week's episode, Seán, Eric and Rachael discuss Seán's potential options for training as he heads into his race week for another attempt at cracking a sub 20 min 5k time: - What Rachael would recommend Seán to do and, just as important, what NOT to do in a race week - The one type of running that is often overlooked because of how simple it is and this technique should be used by all beginner runners BEFORE they programme interval training! If you want Rachael as your online running...

20 Week Plan to the Dublin Marathon

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, the band are all back together to talk about the build-up to the Dublin City Marathon and the various approaches to getting back on track with your running. If you are unsure about where to start with your training, after listening to this episode, you can get full marathon coaching through Any Given Training Day! For this week only, we are including 20 weeks of coaching into our 16 week Marathon Plan. The plan will be based specifical...

#116 - 20 Week Plan to the Dublin Marathon

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, the band are all back together to talk about the build-up to the Dublin City Marathon and the various approaches to getting back on track with your running. If you are unsure about where to start with your training, after listening to this episode, you can get full marathon coaching through Any Given Training Day! For this week only, we are including 20 weeks of coaching into our 16 week Marathon Plan. The plan will be based specifical...

Nutrition Around Bank Holidays, Training and 9-5 Jobs

In this episode of the podcast, Any Given Training Day Nutrition Coach, Eric, breaks down how to get back on track after a Bank Holiday weekend, nutrition-wise, as well as dealing with a "slow metabolism" working your food around a 9-5 workout, training sessions in morning/evening, 'good'/'bad' food and working around different events the summer might bring! To get 25% off 12 Week Nutrition Coaching with Eric for this week only, enter the code 'ERIC25' at checkout HERE

#115 - Nutrition Around Bank Holidays, Training and 9-5 Jobs

In this episode of the podcast, Any Given Training Day Nutrition Coach, Eric, breaks down how to get back on track after a Bank Holiday weekend, nutrition-wise, as well as dealing with a "slow metabolism" working your food around a 9-5 workout, training sessions in morning/evening, 'good'/'bad' food and working around different events the summer might bring! To get 25% off 12 Week Nutrition Coaching with Eric for this week only, enter the code 'ERIC25' at checkout HERE

InSIGHT into Running Shoes

After Seán and Rachael exchange horrific 'eye' stories, on this week's episode of the podcast, Rachael talks about her experience in working in retail and recommending different types of running shoes Today's Podcast Sponsor: King Kong Bags knkg.com/anygivenrunday For our exclusive $10 OFF discount. And if you are interested in online coaching with Any Given Training Day AnyGivenTrainingDay.com/plans

#114 - InSIGHT into Running Shoes

After Seán and Rachael exchange horrific 'eye' stories, on this week's episode of the podcast, Rachael talks about her experience in working in retail and recommending different types of running shoes Today's Podcast Sponsor: King Kong Bags knkg.com/anygivenrunday For our exclusive $10 OFF discount. And if you are interested in online coaching with Any Given Training Day AnyGivenTrainingDay.com/plans

#113 - Covid & IronMan setbacks

In today's episode, Rachael and Eric are back to join Seán on the podcast this week as both talk about the obstacles they are trying to overcome in their training along with a major setback for Eric and his Ironman goal. Today's Podcast Sponsor: King Kong Bags knkg.com/anygivenrunday For our exclusive $10 OFF discount. And if you are interested in online coaching with Any Given Training Day AnyGivenTrainingDay.com/plans

Covid & IronMan setbacks

In today's episode, Rachael and Eric are back to join Seán on the podcast this week as both talk about the obstacles they are trying to overcome in their training along with a major setback for Eric and his Ironman goal. Today's Podcast Sponsor: King Kong Bags knkg.com/anygivenrunday For our exclusive $10 OFF discount. And if you are interested in online coaching with Any Given Training Day AnyGivenTrainingDay.com/plans

#112 - Fighting Resistance: The War of Art

Apologies for the lack of a podcast episode on Monday but, even though we are late, we are trying to stay committed to a podcast episode every week so here's a short mid-week episode from Seán. In this week's episode, Seán talks about the book, The War of Art by Steven Pressfield, and how it can relate directly to strength training and running. - How to fight resistance when setting up a new routine - What Sean does to stay motivated and on track with his training - Why he thinks motivatio...

Fighting Resistance: The War of Art

Apologies for the lack of a podcast episode on Monday but, even though we are late, we are trying to stay committed to a podcast episode every week so here's a short mid-week episode from Seán. In this week's episode, Seán talks about the book, The War of Art by Steven Pressfield, and how it can relate directly to strength training and running.  - How to fight resistance when setting up a new routine - What Sean does to stay motivated and on track with his training - Why he thinks motivatio...

#111 - Q&A Instagram Part 2

As promised a few weeks ago, we answer more of your questions sent in to us on Instagram after Eric gives an update on his Ironman journey. In this week's episode we talk about: - What we talk about when it's not running - Thoughts on Strava - Rachael's next big event - A potential event for us in 2023 - The best well rounded in runner out of the hosts - Our current favourite exercise/exercise routine

Q&A Instagram Part 2

As promised a few weeks ago, we answer more of your questions sent in to us on Instagram after Eric gives an update on his Ironman journey. In this week's episode we talk about: - What we talk about when it's not running - Thoughts on Strava - Rachael's next big event - A potential event for us in 2023 - The best well rounded in runner out of the hosts - Our current favourite exercise/exercise routine

#110 - Rachael Interviews Dara Blake

We'll be back with part two of the Q&A next week but in this week's episode, Rachael interviews Dara Blake, who she met during her Triathlon series Down Under

Rachael Interviews Dara Blake

We'll be back with part two of the Q&A next week but in this week's episode, Rachael interviews Dara Blake, who she met during her Triathlon series Down Under

Listener Q&A: Balancing Marathon Training with spouses, First Marathon Tips, Tapering, Alcohol and more

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we asked you for questions on our Instagram page and you delivered some fantastic questions for this week's episode.  Due to time and the number of questions asked, we picked out the marathon specific episodes for this weeks episode but will look to answer your other questions on a very near episode of the podcast. DM us if you wish to add another question

#109 - Listener Q&A: Balancing Marathon Training with spouses, First Marathon Tips, Tapering, Alcohol and more

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we asked you for questions on our Instagram page and you delivered some fantastic questions for this week's episode.  Due to time and the number of questions asked, we picked out the marathon specific episodes for this weeks episode but will look to answer your other questions on a very near episode of the podcast. DM us if you wish to add another question

Smartwatches: What's best for you?

On this week’s episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, it’s all about watches. We give an account of what watches we use, what we like and dislike about them, and the cost of watches. @smythrachael : Coros Apex @lawlesseric : Garmin Fenix 5 @coach_seanc : Garmin Forerunner 245 with Music

#108 - Smartwatches: What's best for you?

On this week’s episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, it’s all about watches. We give an account of what watches we use, what we like and dislike about them, and the cost of watches. @smythrachael : Coros Apex @lawlesseric : Garmin Fenix 5 @coach_seanc : Garmin Forerunner 245 with Music

Calorie Trackers plus Calorie Counting Opinions

Rachael and Seán talk about how accurate (or inaccurate) smart watches are along with their opinions and experiences with counting calories for fat loss. This episode mostly deals with their experiences and what they have found works for them as opposed to professional advice given. For that, we would refer your to dieticians plus previous episodes with Kathryn Stewart (@edible_evidence)

#107 - Calorie Trackers plus Calorie Counting Opinions

Rachael and Seán talk about how accurate (or inaccurate) smart watches are along with their opinions and experiences with counting calories for fat loss. This episode mostly deals with their experiences and what they have found works for them as opposed to professional advice given. For that, we would refer your to dieticians plus previous episodes with Kathryn Stewart (@edible_evidence)

#106 - Quest Glendalough and prepping for Tri-Athy

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, the lads talk about how they got on at Quest Glendalough over the weekend,  why Seán was annoyed with Eric and Rachael for not preparing him for one aspect of his first duathlon experience, lessons learned from trail running, Rachael's last triathlon of the year in Australia, a fierce debate over drying/cleaning your runners as well as preparation for Tri-Athy in June Instagram: @AnyGivenTrainingDay 

Quest Glendalough and prepping for Tri-Athy

In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, the lads talk about how they got on at Quest Glendalough over the weekend,  why Seán was annoyed with Eric and Rachael for not preparing him for one aspect of his first duathlon experience, lessons learned from trail running, Rachael's last triathlon of the year in Australia, a fierce debate over drying/cleaning your runners as well as preparation for Tri-Athy in June Instagram: @AnyGivenTrainingDay 

#105 - Tech and Training

The gang are back together for this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast as they review tech that has/hasn't worked from them in the past including Whoop, Smart Trainers and Heart Rate Monitors. They also talk about their own training, ways to get and stay motivated in your training, different split approaches in the gym and more 

Tech and Training

The gang are back together for this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast as they review tech that has/hasn't worked from them in the past including Whoop, Smart Trainers and Heart Rate Monitors. They also talk about their own training, ways to get and stay motivated in your training, different split approaches in the gym and more 

Rest and Recovery Strategies

#104 - Rest and Recovery Strategies

4x4x48 Challenge: Everything you need to know to do this David Goggins Challenge

In this episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, Seán talks about his preparation for the 4x4x48 Challenge (Running 4 miles, every 4 hours for 48 hours) as well as how he got on in the challenge and advice he would have for anyone doing it

#103 - 4x4x48 Challenge: Everything you need to know to do this David Goggins Challenge

In this episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, Seán talks about his preparation for the 4x4x48 Challenge (Running 4 miles, every 4 hours for 48 hours) as well as how he got on in the challenge and advice he would have for anyone doing it

#102 - Fueling Your Runs (Nutrition For Endurance Running)

Fueling Your Runs (Nutrition For Endurance Running)

Cycling 101: Everything you need to know about getting a bike and cycling this year

In this week's episode of the podcast Rachael and Eric attempt to educate a clueless Seán on everything he needs to know about getting a bike as well as the tips behind being as efficient as possible when cycling. The guys talk about: - Types of bikes - Cleats - When to use gears  - How to tackle hills - Other equipment for your bike - Different equipment for different races - Tubeless Tyres - Types of Turbo Trainers - And much more If you have any interest in cycling this year, this episo...

#101 - Cycling 101: Everything you need to know about getting a bike and cycling this year

In this week's episode of the podcast Rachael and Eric attempt to educate a clueless Seán on everything he needs to know about getting a bike as well as the tips behind being as efficient as possible when cycling. The guys talk about: - Types of bikes - Cleats - When to use gears  - How to tackle hills - Other equipment for your bike - Different equipment for different races - Tubeless Tyres - Types of Turbo Trainers - And much more If you have any interest in cycling this year, this episo...

Episode 100: 5k PBs and CrossTraining

An early Monday morning start for Rachael, Eric and Seán to celebrate the 100th episode of the Any Given Runday podcast. In this week's episode, Seán recaps his 5k PB along with talking about how the tips from Rachael helped him take 1:15 off his previous 5k PB! They also talk about how important using a bike was in preparation for the 5k PB and how effective cross training can be on your fitness levels and goals! To get Rachael's 5k PB Programme: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/anygiven...

#100 - Episode 100: 5k PBs and CrossTraining

An early Monday morning start for Rachael, Eric and Seán to celebrate the 100th episode of the Any Given Runday podcast. In this week's episode, Seán recaps his 5k PB along with talking about how the tips from Rachael helped him take 1:15 off his previous 5k PB! They also talk about how important using a bike was in preparation for the 5k PB and how effective cross training can be on your fitness levels and goals! To get Rachael's 5k PB Programme: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/anygiven...