Any Given Runday
Episodes
#105 - Tech and Training
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The gang are back together for this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast as they review tech that has/hasn't worked from them in t...
#104 - Rest and Recovery Strategies
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#103 - 4x4x48 Challenge: Everything you need to know to do this David Goggins Challenge
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, Seán talks about his preparation for the 4x4x48 Challenge (Running 4 miles, every 4 hours for 48 hou...
#102 - Fueling Your Runs (Nutrition For Endurance Running)
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition....
#101 - Cycling 101: Everything you need to know about getting a bike and cycling this year
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the podcast Rachael and Eric attempt to educate a clueless Seán on everything he needs to know about getting a bike as...
#100 - Episode 100: 5k PBs and CrossTraining
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An early Monday morning start for Rachael, Eric and Seán to celebrate the 100th episode of the Any Given Runday podcast. In this week's episode,...
#99 - Training During Pregnancy with Martina (Fit Mná)
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Rachael welcomes Martina back to the podcast to talk about training Pre and Postnatal You can now get 20% off all Perfor...
#98 - Budgeting for Races, Bike Boxes and Nutrition for longer events
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, Seán, Eric and Rachael talk about the different events they have planned for themselves this year in...
#97 - Ultra Marathoner Clare Farrow
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Rachael chats to Ultra Marathoner Clare Farrow. Clare was late to the running scene and at first, struggled to complete couch to 5k. Inspir...
#96 - Rituals and Superstitions: Bums, Balls and Belly
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Seán, Eric and Rachael talk about the different rituals and superstitions that they have...
#95 - She Was Going For A Run
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rachael, Eric and Seán attempt to start a conversation after the tragic event that took place last Wednesday afternoon in TullamoreYou can now get 20...
#94 - January Running: What You Need to Know to Fight the Cold and Run
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, despite being too cold with 22-degree heat in Australia, Rachael joins Seán and Eric as they talk all things about Janua...
#93 - Get a 5k PB in 2022 GUARANTEED
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's the first epsiode of 2022 for the Any Given Runday Podcast and Rachael, Eric and Seán are here to give you all the tips you need to crush y...
#92 - The Last Show of 2021: Merry Christmas & Thank You For Listening
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's the last episode of the Any Given Runday podcast and we want to thank YOU for listening in to us throughout the year!We have had some fantas...
#91 - Q&A Episode: Plus Christmas Gifts for Runners (and what NOT to get!)
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week it's an Instagram Q and A podcast episode as Seán, Eric and Rachael answer your questions. Topics included:- Carbon Plated runners and...
#90 - Mary Kate Lynch: Meath Senior Ladies Football Player
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Rachael chats to LGFC All Star, Mary Kate Lynch. Mary Kate tells Rachael about the joys of making the Meath senior, followed by the heartbr...
#89 - Triathlon Series Down Under and Advent Christmas Challenge 2021
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rachael is back with the lads for this week's episode of the Podcast and has settled into life Down Under... by already completing her first tria...
#88 - Boys Are Back In Town: Run The Line Review and More
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With Rachael not around this week as she gets settled into life down under the lads return to the podcast to discuss Seán's 26k Run The Line Rac...
#87 - Women in Sport Series: Kathryn Stewart (@Edible_Evidence)
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode, Rachael chats to dietician Kathryn Stewart (@Edible_Evidence) about all things nutrition. They discuss the impacts of RED-s...
#86 - Women in Sport Series: Molly Hahn
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rachael is joined this week by professional cartoonist Molly Hahn (Mollycules). Molly talks to Rachael about how she found running in her teens after ...
#85 - Rachael Interview Triathlete Mandy Hurley (Women in Sport Mini Series)
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we are heading stateside to St.Petersburg, Florida to chat with book-loving, supermom Mandy Hurley. Mandy recently completed her first 70.3...
#84 - Thoroughbred Marathon Review: Lessons Learned
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's midweek episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, with Rachael taking over the Monday slot for now with her Women in Sport Series, Eric...
#83 - Rachael Interviews Martina Dunne, founder and head coach of Fit Mná
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gold medals and world records have been achieved at every stage in a woman's menstrual cycle. If you understand your menstrual cycle and can tail...
#82 - Rachael Smyth Interviews Paralympian Greta Streimikyte (Women in Sport Series)
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There's been a takeover at Any Given Runday as a previous guest, Rachael Smyth (@smythrachael), is launching a mini-series on our podcasts about ...
#81 - For the Love of Donkeys, Virtual Marathons and the difference in the mental approach to the Long Run
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For the Love of Donkeys, Virtual Marathons and the difference in the mental approach to the Long RunIn this week's episode of the podcast, Seán ...
#80 - Rachael Smyth On: Triathlon Season, World Championship Aspirations
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode, the lads welcome back Rachael Smyth to the podcast who talks about her outstanding performance in her first triathlon sea...
#79 - Fit in 4 Seconds, Adapting Your Training to the Seasons
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Seán and Eric are back in the Any Given Training Day studios with this week's podcast all about a study where you can get fit with just 4 second...
#78 - Back to Basics
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the podcast. Seán's morning "swim" leads him onto a little rant on what he feels is wrong with the fitness industry...
#77 - Holiday Training Camp, 10k Mindset and Pacing
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Any Given Runday Podcast is on the road again as Eric checks into the podcast from Germany. In this episode, the lads talk about:- Eric's cu...
#76 - 5 Controversial Running Topics Addressed
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Back after the first Monday off this year, we start today's podcast with yet another announcement that an upcoming event that one of the lads was...
#75 - Square Box, Round Pizza and Triangle Slices
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Seán and Eric are back with another weekly episode of the Any Given Runday podcastYou can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including t...
#74 - Jay Lynch: Everything you need to know about Hiking
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, Sean and Eric have their good friend Jay Lynch on the podcast to give us the low down on ever...
#73 - Eric's back to the Gym, Olympics talk and the 30k Marathon Rule
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Eric talks about getting back to the gym again and how his body is feeling. After bringing up the record times for walkin...
#72 - Alcohol and Sean's Biggest Running Mistake
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
No Easy E on the podcast this week so Seán is riding solo. We're breaking down today's episode into two parts. The first part is on Alcohol...
#71 - Week 1 Mental Approach to Training and Training and Holidays
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the podcast, after an alcohol-fueled weekend, Eric and Seán talk about creating balance in training, an approach to we...
#70 - Your First Triathlon: Everything You Need to Know
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of the podcast, Sean talks to Eric about the Try a Triathlon in TryAthy in September.We cover:- How to approach the 3 discipli...
#69 - Dublin Marathon Alternatives: Connecting with your why
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this short episode of the podcast, Seán and Eric talk about finding alternatives to the cancelled Dublin Marathon this year, with help from member...
#68 - Jill Leonard: Her story on becoming a Yoga Instructor and doing the Dublin Marathon
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, Eric and Seán talk to Jill Leonard, a Yoga Instructor who has been practising Yoga for over ...
#67 - 120k Barrow Valley Run Recap
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sean and "Next Segment" Lawless recap joining Dara (@barrow_valley_runner) on Saturday for his 120km run along the Barrow Way. Congratulatio...
#66 - Dara O'Brien On: Running 120km Barrow Valley Run to raise awareness for children with Autism
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Eric and Seán are delighted to welcome Dara O'Brien back to the podcast as he prepares to run 120km on Saturday, June 26th to raise money for ...
#65 - Throwback to Look Forward: Inspiration for doing an Event in 2021 with previous AGR Podcast Guests
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After Seán down by three different groups of people in a 24 hour period, including Easy E himself, he gets an idea on switching up this week's e...
#64 - Why Cardio for Fat Loss Might Not Be A Good Idea, Training Goals, Burning Treadmills and Pints
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A random episode of the Any Given Runday podcast as Seán kicks off the podcast with a rant on cheaper treadmills and waiting two hours for a pint in ...
#63 - Louisa Miller: Marathon Journey, Balancing Family Life with Running Goals and More
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the podcast, Eric and Seán finally get our previous guest's Austin Doyle's better half on to the podcast as ...
#62 - Simon Greene On: 64km Trail Run, nutrition during races using solid food and gels, €6 milk and more
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are delighted to have Simon Greene back on the Any Given Runday Podcast to let us know how he got on going for a 64km trail run after having to dro...
#61 - Q&A: Touch Your Toes in 3 Mins, Strava Hate, Stitches and who is the better run between Sean and Eric
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the podcast, we pass the content of this episode over to you with questions that were submitted to our Instagram storie...
#60 - Benefits of Run/Walk and walking, Dublin Race Series, 6 week Challenge tips and more
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the podcast, Seán and Eric talk about the Dublin Race Series, whether they believe the Dublin Marathon will go ahead in 2021, the ...
#59 - Recap on Previous Guests and Future Goal Setting
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of the podcast, Seán and Eric recap on their 10k attempts for May Day 10k along with recapping on the advice they have receiv...
#58 - Kathryn Stewart (@edible_evidence) On: Nutrition for Endurance Sports, Nutrition Myths, RED-S and More
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, Seán and Eric talk to Kathryn Stewart (@edible_evidence on Instagram) a dietitian with t...
#57 - Simon Greene On: Becoming a Running Coach, Going from American Football to Ultra-Marathons and more
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of the podcast, Seán and Eric welcome Simon Greene to the podcast. A runner and running coach in America, the lads first ...
#56 - Rachael Smyth On: Competing in Running, Zwift and Cycling, Duathlons and more
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We promised we would have guests after last week's Q&A show and we definitely deliver on that today. In today's episode of the podcast, ...
#55 - Q&A Episode from our Run Club members and Instagram Followers
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For this first time ever, we are turning over the content to you guys for this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast. We asked for quest...
#54 - Overcoming Shin Splints, Pacing and beating The Rock
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Seán & Eric are back for another week of the Any Given Runday Podcast as we head towards a new 6 week challenge in the online running group. In t...
#53 - Austin Doyle On: Nutrition on Gym & Running Days, Under and Over Eating Food, Training for Long Runs and More
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode of the podcast sees the return of Austin Doyle to the podcast. Seán & Eric catch up with Austin on his farm life; his n...
#52 - Birthdays and Long Runs don't mix
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Podcast, after a late-night Zoom session and a few drinks for his birthday, Seán talks about missing his first tra...
#51 - Dara O'Brien: The Great Virtual Race across Tennessee, Circumpolar Race Across the World & 120km Barrow Valley Way Challenge
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, Eric & Seán talk to Dara O'Brien about his scenic valley runs, struggling to ru...
#50 - Maria Hackett On: Overcoming Anxiety, Calisthenics & Strength Training
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Eric and Seán talk to fitness coach Maria Hackett on how getting into the fitness industry helped he...
#49 - Conor Jamieson On: Crossfit Games, Nutrition, Mindset & More
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Eric & Seán are joined by Conor Jamieson who looks to compete in his first CrossFit ...
#48 - The Perfect Time is Always Now... and Barefoot Running?
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's the last transatlantic episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast (for now...) as Eric has packed his bags and is ready to go and leave Alabama...
#47 - Getting Started: 5k Challenge
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Not many people can say they can take a hammer to the building that started their fitness journey, but that's exactly what Seán talks about doin...
#46 - 5k Challenge (& Couch to 5k) Starts This Monday!
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's the second last podcast episode with Eric on the far side of the Atlantic as we talk about his core challenge, the benefit of some core exer...
#45 - Habits and Building Consistency in Running & Training
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Eric starts off the podcast with the most controversial topic in the history of the Any Given Runday podcast. Why you SHOULD put pineapple on a pizza ...
#44 - Nutrition For Endurance Running
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that January is World Vegan Month, hence the name that Seán can't pronounce "Veganuary"?Did you know that January is also...
#43 - The Return Of Aaron! Beginning Running Mistakes and Intervals
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After 8 long months, Aaron is back on the podcast as we get an update on how he is getting on along with his fancy running watch! In this episode, we ...
#42 - The steps to carving your own way in Fitness: Eric's Triathlon Journey
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In January, a lot of people will tell you to train this way or eat this diet because it worked for them. The problem is, what worked for them may not ...
#41 - 2021 Goal Setting: Planning Your Year
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Seán and Eric are back to help you kick off your New Years Resolutions with a bang!In this episode:- A quick throwback to one of our earlier podcasts...
#40 - Winter Miles For Summer Smiles
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Seán and Eric talk about the tips and tricks to help with winter running and also talk about how to stay motivated for the &...
#39 - Advent Christmas Challenge
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Don't call it a comeback! But we're back with a brand new episode with a unique countdown to Christmas! The Any Given Training Day crew have...
#38 - Marathon Tips and Advice for the big day
22 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We're back! Well, kind of... We thought with another lockdown and the Dublin Virtual marathon this weekend that we would do at least one more po...
#37 - The Last One
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Seán and Eric look back on the last 8 and a half months recording the Any Given Runday Podcast and why it's time to say goodbye... for now.Thank...
#36 - Niamh Boggan on Mental Health, Reiki and Positive Affirmations
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Switching gears once again this week as Eric (@lawlesseric) and Seán (@coach_seanc) open up to different concepts in Yoga and Meditation.This week&ap...
#35 - Seán Curran on Hiking for beginners, Night time Hiking and Hiking Essentials
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With Eric starting to finally get more runs in the heat in Alabama and Seán going into week 4 of not running and resorting to wearing night socks (al...
#34 - AGR International: Running in the Heat
26 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time ever, the Any Given Runday Podcast goes international as Seán checks in with Eric in his Sweet Home in Alabama! Having just arrive...
#33 - Dublin Virtual Marathon: Are You Ready?
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Seán and Eric talk all things related to the recently announced virtual marathon to repl...
#32 - Strength Training: How to compliment running in the gym (and what NOT to do!)
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the AGR podcast, Seán talks about his delight with gyms being back open again... while Eric is a little preoccupied in the prep fo...
#31 - 5k PB Weekend: Thank You to our Running Community... What's next?!
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Before we talk about today's episode of the podcast, we want to say a huge thank you to our members in the Any Given Runday Run Club that continu...
#30 - Ciara Beuster on doing a Full Ironman, Marathons in Berlin and motivating others to run
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We have a very inspiring podcast for you guys today as Ciara Beuster takes us through her journey from not evening knowing you could sign up for a hal...
#29 - Andrew Moore aka Fitness Goose on running his first Marathon in Greenland and more
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, after a short catch up with Seán and Eric the first shop they went into since Covid-19, Eric's Running Knee Injury and practica...
#28 - Reuben Whelan on running a marathon through Dublin Mountains, having a running community and Half IronMan goals
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Seán and Eric look to the Any Given Runday Running CLub for motivation for the podcast as Reuben posts in the group abou...
#27 - Yoga with Dani: Danielle Griffin on Yoga to improve Running and Sports Performance
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Seán and Eric are humbled by the self-proclaimed 'travel agent for guilt trips' as they have Danielle Griffin on t...
#26 - Rachel Farrell on from swimming only to Half Ironman World Championships in Nice and more
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We continue the "Lawless Files" as Eric interviews Rachel Farrell on her journey from meeting Eric at Lifesaving in college to trying out tr...
#25 - 5k Running Club Challenge Starts This Monday
21 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A short solo episode from Seán on this one. With the Dublin Marathon cancelled this year, it's really thrown a spanner into the works for what t...
#24 - Conor's Sub 20min 5k and how to reduce common running injuries
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Conor breaks down the training he has been doing for the last 6 weeks to get down to a sub 20 5k. Seá...
#23 - Austin Doyle on Rugby to a Marathon in 3 hours 23 mins, the Quest 12 and the Art O'Neill Challenge
13 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Lawless files continue as Eric interviews his friend and endurance runner enthusiast, Austin Doyle. In this episode, Austin takes Eric through his...
#22 - No Holds Barred: A very open conversation on Running
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After recording an episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, unknown to the rest of the team (and accidentally), Seán lets the recording continue.This...
#21 - Tom Dixon on Adventure Races, 38 min 10ks and nutrition for endurance
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After getting the itch for interviewing last week, we continue a mini-series of Eric interviewing people as he interviews another friend and running i...
#20 - Owning a Garmin and Keys to Good Running Form
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After Aaron getting a Garmin watch last week, Seán sets to find out what the big deal is about them. We also talk about the keys to good running form...
#19 - Odhran Murphy and #MarathonInTheEstate
29 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Very special episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast as Eric interviews one of his inspirations, Odhran Murphy (@murphyodhran on Instagram), as Odhran...
#18 - Pre Run Routine and Final Marathon Prep
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Instead of running the Madrid Marathon on the day of recording, the lads are connected through Zoom to talk about exercises and prep before runs and h...
#17 - Consistency is key and Running Intensity vs Running Speed
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, Seán & Eric talk about their contrasting 10 mile runs and different goals with them while Conor ...
#16 - Sub 20 Minute 5k Goals and That Medium Article
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Right before recording this week's episode of the podcast, Eric ran his best 5km today, running a 5.01km in 20:13, getting closer to that elusive...
#15 - Tracking Interval Runs and the Hare & Bear Challenge
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 3 of season 2 of the Any Given Runday Podcast and we talk about how our online running group is for people of all ages as well as tracking int...
#14 - The Friendly Bet & Tips to Improve Your 5k
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the podcast, after the fall out from last week, things get a little competitive between two on the members of Any Given Runday Podc...
#13 - Season 2: The Self-Quarantine Season
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Season 1 of the Any Given Runday podcast did not end how we wanted it to. In today's episode, the lads talk about how season 2 came to be!With no...
#12 - Running Music, Cheating and Nike Vaporfly
16 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The episode was recorded before the announcement that the Madrid Marathon has been postponed until November. With that in mind, Seán gives an update...
#11 - Types of Runs and Treadmill Running: Yay or Nay?
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After a rough start from Seán, we are into Episode 11 of the Any Given Runday Podcast. Over the last 9 weeks, we have talked about different types of...
#10 - Long Runs & Setbacks
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we check-in with the lads progress so far as the miles build along with how they change their training if they miss a few...
#9 - Rest & Recovery Part 2 plus Influencers, Protein & Gluten, oh my!
27 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast. After we finished episode 8, Aaron voiced his true opinion in how he felt about a lot of the rest and r...
#8 - Rest & Recovery Strategies - Part 1
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the podcast, the lads talk about rest and recovery strategies. What they feel has and hasn't worked for them and how they tail...
#7 - Endurance Circuits, GAA Preseason & Zone 5 Training
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 7 and we catch up with how the lads, specifically Conor, has got on with his training and how he is planning future sessions. 1:50. Conor&apo...
#6 - Too much mileage, running mindset and dedication
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 6 of the Any Given Runday Podcast and we catch up the lads on how their first month's training has gone.1:10: Aaron talks about how his f...