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!
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
