Any Given Runday

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 signific...

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 an...

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 ach...

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 approac...

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, t...

The first half of 2025 gave us some of the most honest, inspiring and downright interesting conversations we’ve had on Any Given Runday. From survival stories on the far side of the world, to elite endurance insights, to everyday decisions that shape how we train, fuel and think — this episode pulls together some of the standout moments from the first six months of the year. Whether you’re switchi...

After a Christmas run in Howth, Eric sat down with Ger Copeland (@ gercopeland on Instagram) and Anto Lee (@rockyseven7 on Instagram) to record the Christmas Special of the Any Given Runday Podcast for 2025! They talk about Ger's recent marathon in Antarctica as well as Ger & Anto running the Cape Town marathon, how the running year was in Ireland, as well as the countdown to the Donadea...

Over the weekend, Seán and Eric took part Hybrid Series Ireland ( @hybridseriesireland on Instagram) in Athlone, Eric's first ever Hyrox event.  Has Eric converted into a Hybrid Rockstar enthusiast?  00:00 Merry Christmas, Eric 03:02 The Hybrid Series Ireland Experience 05:52 The Challenge of Endurance Events 08:49 Team Dynamics in Competition 14:25 The Joy of Shared Experiences 18:39 The App...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Andy Nolan ( @andy_everest2026 )shares his incredible journey of climbing the Six of the Seven Summits, including his experiences with fear, training, and the challenges faced during his climbs. From starting as a sedentary individual to summiting some of the world's highest peaks, Andy discusses the mental and physical preparation required for...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Irish international runner Matthew Collins ( @mattamoo on Instagram). We discuss Matt's journey from team sports to becoming a competitive runner, his marathon experiences, and his Guinness World Record for running in a postbox costume in London. Matt shares insights on training, coaching, and the importance of community in running....

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we interview Pat Cassidy, co-author of 'The Story of the Donore Harriers', who shares his extensive experience in running and the evolution of the Donore Harriers club. The conversation covers Pat's personal journey into running, the transition of running clubs from elite to community-focused, the importance of facilities in athletics...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we are delighted to welcome professional triathlete and Olympian, Russell White @russellwhite6 on Instagram)   Russell shares his journey from a young swimmer to a professional triathlete, discussing the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way. He reflects on his early experiences in triathlon, the pressure of competing at the Olympic level,...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Marcus Cowzer ( @marco161 on Instagram) shares his journey from a football player to a psychotherapist and building Shelters Running Community ( @sheltersrunningcommunity_ on Instagram) He discusses the importance of community in running, the impact of therapy on mental health, and building towards his marathon goals. Marcus emphasises the significa...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Dr. John Rusin ( @drjohnrusin on Instagram), a renowned physical therapist and strength coach, shares his insights on injury prevention, strength training, and the importance of recovery for athletes.  He discusses his personal journey from being a competitive athlete to becoming a coach, emphasising the mental challenges faced during injuries. John...

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we chat with Rebecca Jones ( @beccaloujones ), the founder of the Morning Milers Run Club ( @morningmilersrungroup ) in Kuwait. They discuss Rebecca's journey into running, the establishment and growth of the run club, and the importance of community in fitness. The conversation touches on the unique lifestyle in Kuwait, the challenges of train...

In this week's episode, we chat to three out of six lads who took part in the unsanctioned relay race, known as The Speed Project, in the South of France earlier this year. David ( @d.gah_an ), Ben and Frank ( @frankrafferty ) from Team And Again (@ teamandagain ) discuss all aspects of the relay race, one of the hardest and most secretive relay races in the world, from what brought them toge...

Over the next few weeks, we will be featuring different Run Clubs in our Thursday Specials. This week, we have Laura Garrigan ( @laws_fitness on Instagram) and 41 Social Run Club. Laura shares her journey from a casual runner to a certified running coach. She discusses her experiences with various races, including the Trasna 2025 relay, and emphasises the importance of mental health in running. La...

We're delighted to have Kevin English ( @kevin_english29 on Instagram) back on the Any Given Runday Podcast to discuss all things post marathon, including recovery, tackling the post marathon blues and what your training should look like, the dos and don'ts of getting back into racing and much more We also discuss the pitfalls of nutrition after a marathon, the positives of coaching and...

This week, we welcome the event director of the NI Running Show (@nirunningshow on Instagram), Oonagh Cattigan, to talk about the first ever NI Running Show, coming to the Eikon Centre on 7 & 8 February 2026.  Oonagh discusses her journey into running, the significance of the running community, and the upcoming Northern Ireland Running Show, which aims to create an inclusive atmosphere for run...

We're bringing the Fantastic 4 back one last time to hear their stories from the Dublin Marathon 2025! You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcast If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong. Health Matters replaces guesswork w...

For a bit of companionship on the way into Dublin City Centre this morning, hear from your fellow Dublin Marathon Runners as well as a bit of insight into behind the scenes on what makes Dublin so special as we interview Joan McTiernan and Dave Hudson, two very key members in making it all happen!  Best of luck from all of us at AGR today to everyone taking on the Dublin Marathon, especially our F...

It's the preview of the Dublin Marathon 2025, and we have a 2:21 Dublin Marathon runner and, just as impressive, a third appearance on the Any Given Runday Podcast, Michael Fox ( @runningfox26.2 on Instagram), back with us to break down the biggest running event of the year and give you the tips to help you thrive on the big day Some of the topics discussed, including live questions from our...

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, has partnered with Irish Life Health 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 ba...

In 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: Chall...

We catch up with the Fantastic 4 as we hit the Final Countdown to the Dublin Marathon 2025. Going through the journeys of Aoife, Cliodhna, Conor and Shane, we discuss various aspects of dublin marathon preparation, including tapering strategies, injury recovery, mental preparation, pacing, nutrition, and the importance of community support. They share personal experiences and insights, providing v...