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From Building Sites to Breaking Records: 570Km in EIGHT Days!? | Ben Banaghan

10 Sep 2025

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Episode #045 | Ben BanaghanBen Banaghan has been on construction sites from the age of 14. Now, as in RIGHT now, he’s out in Iceland attempting something unbelievable: running the full length of the country - approx 570km from north to south - in just 8 days. (8th - 15th September 2025)This isn’t just about running. It’s about mental toughness, graft, and proving what’s possible when you come from a working-class background and push your limits.If you’re in construction, trades, or the running world - this one will hit home. Ben’s journey is about more than sport. It’s about mental health, resilience, and showing working people what’s possible, & why it's worth doing.If you'd like to show some support for Ben, please donate here ➡️ https://www.justgiving.com/page/ben-banaghan-running-for-construction-sport?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CLFollow Ben's journey ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/b_banaghan?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Watch on YouTube! - https://youtu.be/LOjlmiYSDSsListen On Spotify! - https://open.spotify.com/episode/75TELLueBAQn9snQXU78Wb?si=mH3LGb4hSnCDrEq6crpaPwListen on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/from-building-sites-to-breaking-records-570km-in-eight/id1778487912?i=1000725878129----------------------------------------------------------⏲TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro! Ben’s Journey - in construction from 14, always been mad about sports.02:31 Ben’s past experiences: Running the length of Ireland AND the UK!09:01 So… Ben is RUNNING ICELAND! Logistics & how he’s feeling…17:52 How Ben Deals with Injuries & Niggles + Applying for Guinness World Record24:54 Ben’s experience with Mental Health Struggles in Construction, & Why sport works.31:03 Dealing with Recovery & Fatigue + Calories In vs Out & Why food is so important.38:59 More Logistics: Icelandic daylight and wildlife & rescue teams + Alcohol Ban?43:14 Why Ben’s taking 4 pairs of Running Shoes to Iceland…45:05 Ben’s Flight Plans + A word for the companies who have generously supported him.49:06 The power of Social Media on big running adventures. (HardestGeezer in Africa)53:19 Final Thoughts & Comments57:20 Ben’s Target Pace & Heart Zones + Outro! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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