The RunSensible Podcast

In this episode, Dhanush returns to the podcast to take a deep dive into one of the most popular race distances the half marathon. Whether you're preparing for your first 21.1km or aiming for a new personal best, we cover everything you need to know to approach race day with confidence. We discuss how to structure your half marathon training, the key sessions that will have the biggest impact on y...

In this episode, Dhanush returns to the podcast for the first instalment of our Dublin Marathon Q&A series, where we answer the questions submitted by listeners through Instagram. With marathon season ramping up, we dive into some of the most common concerns runners have as they prepare for race day. We discuss how to structure marathon training, strategies for staying injury-free throughout a...

This was a live talk I recorded with Dublin Front Runners on Sunday 14th June 2026

The Enhanced Games promised a glimpse into the future of enhanced human performance. But after all the headlines, controversy and talk of performance-enhancing drugs, what stood out most to me was something completely different. The athletes weren't suddenly miles ahead of the world's best. If anything, the competition highlighted just how extraordinary elite athletes really are. Talent, dedicatio...

In this episode, I sit down in the studio with Catherine Harris, better known as RunCoachCath on Instagram, to talk all about her running journey. From being inspired by her mum in the early days and wondering how on earth people could run 10 kilometres, to going on to win an ultramarathon, Catherine's story is one of perseverance, growth, and a genuine love for the sport. We chat about the highs,...

For the past year, I’ve been focused on something that most people overlook when it comes to fitness and performance: low aerobic training. In this episode, I talk about why I’ve spent so much time walking, keeping my training at a lower intensity and building a strong aerobic base instead of constantly pushing my body to the limit. I break down how slowing things down has actually allowed me to i...

The two-hour marathon barrier has finally fallen. At the 2026 London Marathon, Sabastian Sawe ran 1:59:30, becoming the first athlete to break two hours in an official race. Just seconds behind him, Yomif Kejelcha also dipped under the barrier in his marathon debut. It should be one of the greatest moments in the history of distance running. But the story isn’t that simple. In this episode we brea...

In this episode, I sit down in the studio with Sean Kinane from Health Matters for a deep dive into the science of performance testing. With over 13 years of experience and more VO₂ max tests conducted than anyone else in the world, Sean has built an unparalleled understanding of how the body responds to exercise under the microscope. Together we unpack the methodology behind VO₂ max and metabolic...

In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode, I sit down with Helen Ryvar to explore an extraordinary journey of resilience, healing, and rediscovery. After facing profound life challenges, including mental health struggles and the devastating loss of her husband, Helen found herself searching for a way to rebuild her sense of self, her health, and her purpose. What began as a simple step forward...

The 2026 London Marathon may go down as one of the greatest races in marathon history. In this episode we break down the stunning performances that redefined what’s possible over 26.2 miles. Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe made history by running 1:59:30, becoming the first athlete to break the two-hour barrier in official race conditions at the London Marathon. Behind him, Yomif Kejelcha also dipped under...

In this episode we break down one of the fastest and most exciting editions of the Boston Marathon in recent memory. I dive into the elite men’s and women’s races, analyse the podium finishers and look at the incredible performances that defined the day on Boylston Street. I also take a closer look at the shoes worn by the top three men and women  from cutting-edge carbon super shoes to unreleased...

The next episode of the podcast is live and available for down load on all platforms... Today I sat down in the studio with Padhraic Maguire to talk about his recent completion of the Marathon des Sables, one of the toughest endurance races on the planet. In this episode, Padhraic takes us inside the journey that led him to the Sahara from the months of preparation and training, to the logistical...

The next episode of the podcast is now live and available for download on all platforms. In this episode we recap the 2026 Paris Marathon, breaking down the men’s and women’s races and the standout performances that defined this year’s event. We take a closer look at the podium finishers, the decisive moments in the closing kilometres, and the super shoes many of the elite athletes raced in as car...

The next episode of the podcast is now live and available for download on all platforms. In this episode, we explore one of the most important principles in endurance running: consistency and mileage. While workouts and race efforts often get the spotlight, the real physiological adaptations that make runners stronger happen through steady, repeated aerobic training over time. We dive into how con...

In this episode, I sit down for an online conversation with David Abbott (known as @runliftrunlift on X) to talk all things running. We explore some of the principles that often get overlooked in training, including why running slower can actually be one of the best ways to build the endurance needed to run faster. David shares practical insights on the role of patience and consistency in developi...

The next episode of the podcast is live and available for download on all platforms. In this episode, I share insights from a recent metabolic and VO₂ max test I completed. These tests provided a detailed look at how my body uses oxygen, how many calories I burn at rest, and what my aerobic fitness really looks like beyond guesswork. I talk through what the testing process involved — from sitting...

Episode 100 is a special one. Instead of hosting, I handed the microphone to Matt Collins, who stepped in as host and turned the tables on me. After 100 episodes of asking the questions, it was my turn to answer them. Matt dug into everything from running, injuries and training advice, to the podcast itself and the journey it’s been on since the first episode. Nothing was off limits. We talk about...

The next episode of the podcast is now live and available for download on all platforms. This week, we’re diving into a hot take that’s been doing the rounds on social media: are you running your easy runs too fast? After seeing an influencer point to a 2:12 marathon runner cruising at 5:00/km and suggesting the rest of us should slow down, I wanted to unpack what’s really going on here. Because w...

In this episode, we sit down with Mick Clohisey of Raheny Shamrock Athletic Club to dive into the story behind one of Ireland’s most dedicated distance runners. Mick takes us back to where it all began from his early days getting into running, the ups and downs of developing as an athlete, and the path that eventually led him to the marathon. We talk about the breakthrough moments that shaped his...

The next episode of the podcast is live and available for download on all platforms. In this episode, we break down an incredible weekend of road racing at the Lisbon Half Marathon, where Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo delivered one of the greatest performances in distance running history with a stunning 57:20 half marathon world record. We dive into how the race unfolded, the pacing that made the record...

In this week’s show, we take you inside the electric atmosphere of the Tokyo Marathon, where blistering pace, dramatic sprint finishes, and cutting-edge “super shoes” defined the first World Marathon Major of the year. We break down the men’s showdown that saw Tadese Takele defend his title in a nail-biting finish, holding off Geoffrey Toroitich and Alexander Mutiso Munyao in one of the closest po...

In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most overanalysed topics in running: form. For a long time, I thought perfect technique was the key to becoming faster, more efficient, and injury-proof. I obsessed over cadence, foot strike, arm swing, posture constantly wondering if I was doing it “wrong.” But over time, my perspective shifted. In this conversation, I break down what actually matters w...

The next episode of the podcast is live and available for download on all platforms… In this episode, I sit down with Cillian Moffatt, the youngest Irish athlete ever to qualify for the Ironman World Championship in Kona. Cillian’s journey to the start line of one of the toughest endurance races in the world is anything but ordinary. He began his athletic career on the hurling fields with Ballybod...

The next episode of the podcast is live and available for download on all platforms... In this episode, I’m talking about something every runner experiences but rarely discusses honestly: pain during a run and the panic that can come with it. I share how I used to interpret every ache, tight spot, or sharp sensation as a sign that something was seriously wrong. One twinge could spiral into anxiety...

In this episode, I sit down with Michael Burton to unpack one of the most inspiring endurance transformations you’ll hear. During lockdown, Michael was an out-of-shape former athlete who struggled to run 5km without stopping. What began as a simple attempt to regain some fitness quickly turned into an obsession with progress. He fell in love with the process — the early mornings, the structure, th...