WALL OF FAME
Welcome to the Any Given Runday Wall of Fame! Where only the best of the ones who actually responded to us have made it! Your everyday heroes doing extraordinary things for the 'gram, the Strava, and now... for podcasts! If this accolade doesn't make their CV, we don't know what else will.
On a serious note! Some of the nicest, down-to-earth, and exceptional people endurance sports have to offer, sharing their tips and tricks on all things running and endurance!
Dr. Sarah Kelly
This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Dr. Sarah Kelly (@sarahke11y_ on Instagram). Sarah has a masters and PHd in Clinical Exercise Physiology from DCU, is the co-founder of Herology @herologyhub , has partnered with Irish Life Health @irishlifehealth with Irish Life Health Schools Fitness Challenge for years, as well as partnering with them for Wellfest for the last two years
Sarah shares her journey from a background in sports and exercise physiology to becoming a passionate runner and advocate for women’s health. She discusses her experiences with marathon training for the @dublinmarathon , the importance of nutrition and recovery, and the unique challenges women face in the running community. Sarah emphasises the significance of proper fuelling, the role of supplements, CrossFit and the need for tailored training approaches for women, including the Pelvic Floor.
09:00 Introduction to Dr. Sarah Kelly
12:11 The Journey into Running
14:49 Managing Training and Research
18:04 Injuries and Recovery Strategies
20:41 Balancing Family Life and Training
23:56 Gender Differences in Training Research
26:41 Advice for Female Runners
29:55 Nutrition and Carb Loading for Runners
32:43 Supplements and Their Importance
35:29 Horology and Women’s Health Supplements
38:40 The Importance of Nutrition and Supplementation for Women
45:02 Creating Balance: The Science Behind Female Health Supplements
46:34 Building a Community: The Horology Hub for Female Health
47:53 Challenging Misconceptions: The Reality of Women’s Health Messaging
50:53 Navigating the Marathon: Women’s Health and Menstrual Cycles
58:18 Post-Marathon Recovery: Nutrition and Fitness Myths
Anne Jennings & Jamie Killeen
n this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, experienced marathon runners and DCM Pacers Jamie Killeen & Anne Jennings talk all things Dublin Marathon 2025 related and answer your questions
20:00 Introduction to the DCM Pacers
21:00 Personal Running Journeys: From Beginners to Experienced Runners
25:23 Learning from Mistakes: The Evolution of a Runner
26:43 Experiences in Marathons: Challenges and Lessons Learned
30:53 Mental Strategies for Endurance: Overcoming the Last 10K
35:31 The Role of Pacers
38:03 Pacing Challenges and Solutions
40:37 Marathon Morning Strategies
42:28 Positioning at the Start Line
44:17 Managing Large Pace Groups
47:36 Even Splits and Race Strategy
49:29 Personal Running Strategies
52:34 Nutrition and Hydration Tips
56:10 Mental Preparation for the Marathon
63:54 The Emotional Finish Line
71:07 Final Tips for Marathon Day
Sean Collier
In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Sean Collier (@seanyc85 on instagram) shares his running 100 miles around the Ring of Kerry to raise funds for ACT for Meningitis.
Sean also talks about his journey from Gaelic football to becoming an endurance runner. He discusses the role of CrossFit in his training and his experiences with marathons and ultra-marathons. He talks about the 100k challenge he did last year and how it pushed him on to this year’s target. He emphasises the privilege of being able to run and the community support that drives him forward.
You can help Sean by donating through the link below
https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/MeganCollier21
05:50 Introduction to Sean’s Journey
08:49 Transition from Gaelic Football to Running
11:35 The Role of CrossFit in Endurance Training
12:58 Understanding Range of Motion in Training
15:54 The Impact of Hyrox on CrossFit
18:39 Running and Community Engagement
21:23 Marathon Experiences and Personal Goals
24:13 The Challenge of Ultra Running
29:15 The Journey of Preparation
35:05 Self-Coaching and Community Support
36:04 Nutrition Strategies for Endurance
40:03 Motivation Behind the Challenge
42:40 Managing Pressure and Expectations
47:18 The Final Stretch and Emotional Finish
51:17 Reflections on Achievement and Future Goals
Rob dwyer
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) on his training. As he looks to the future, Rob emphasises the importance of recovery and setting goals in his athletic journey.
13:30 Introduction to Rob Dwyer and His Journey
15:44 Transition from Hurling to Triathlon
19:46 The First Triathlon Experience
22:16 The Lifestyle of Triathlon
23:41 Swimming Challenges and Flowstate Swimming
25:08 Preparing for the Ironman in Wales
26:56 Cycling Strategy and Execution
29:49 Running the Marathon After the Bike
32:28 Reflections on the Ironman Experience
33:19 The Transition from Cycling to Running
34:39 Mental Preparation for the Marathon
35:40 The Ironman Experience: Grit and Determination
38:09 Post-Ironman Reflections and Next Steps
39:17 Competing at the World Championships
41:58 The Reality of Competing with Elite Athletes
43:10 Understanding RED-S and Its Impact
48:30 Nutrition and Recovery Strategies
55:28 Mindset During Competition and Recovery
60:14 Future Plans and Goals in Triathlon
