Any Given Runday
#260 Para Triathletes Donnacha McCarthy & Sean Husband: National Champions, Competing on World Stage and More
07 Apr 2025
This week, we have not one, but two guests on the Any Given Runday Podcast .Our first guest despite losing his sight at aged 10, has gone on to represent Ireland in two sports, as well as becoming a multiple-time National Champion in Paratriathlon & has podiumed on the World Stage with his guide, coach,friend and second guest of the podcast who has competed internationally as a professional triathlete, has a level 3 triathlon qualifiation and has a masters degree in sports & exercise physiology, Donnacha McCarthy & Sean Husband (@allthewaytola on Instagram). Donnacha lost his sight at age 10 but went on to represent Ireland in multiple sports, including becoming a national champion in para-triathlon. Sean, a very accomplished triathlete and Level 3 triathlon coach, partners with Donnacha to race on the world stage. Dive into their captivating stories, their unique training challenges, and their commitment to pushing the boundaries of para-triathlon. From getting to know each other on their first race in Europe to their aspirations for future events, this episode is a deep dive into resilience, teamwork, and the power of determination.14:43 Donnacha's Journey into Sports18:04 Sean's Introduction to Triathlon21:01 Challenges and Training in Triathlon24:26 Communication and Trust in Training31:21 Race Experiences and Reflections48:38 Navigating Race Dynamics and Strategies50:01 Challenges and Tactics in Competitive Racing52:09 The Importance of Point Systems in Paralympic Qualification53:23 Classification and Fairness in Paralympic Sports61:21 Reflecting on Recent Competitions and Challenges70:46 Future Plans and Training Strategies77:35 Looking Back and Moving ForwardYou can follow us on Instagram:@anygivenrundaypodcastYou can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition.com This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories and their Ultrapure Sports Recovery prducts. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store or visit their new online storeUltrapurelabs.ie
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