Any Given Runday
Weekly Fitness Podcast hosted by Seán & Eric where endurance, fitness and laughter meet.
Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just taking your first steps on the road, this podcast is your ultimate companion for all things running/endurance related.
With expert insights from special weekly guests detailing their training journey that will help you with yours, motivational anecdotes, and a passion for pounding the pavement, Any Given Runday is your go-to podcast for all things running.
From some of Ireland's elite athletes to the everyday recreational runner, we delve into personal stories, training tips, race strategies, injury prevention, and the mental aspects of running while having the craic along the way.
We also review some of the top races in the country, which might help you decide on your next fitness challenge.
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Any Given Runday
#229 - David McCarthy On: Running Coach, 3:55 Mile Runner, Pacing Dublin Marathon Elite Women and Much More
This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we have David McCarthy (@davidmccarthy_88 on Instagram), a running coach with a very impressive running resume of a 3:55 mile and two National Indoor Championships:
We go through a lot in this episode, including:
- How David was inspired with an early start in athletics
- Insights into David's early rivals in running and how rivalries helped shape his career.
- David's journey through the NCAA system at Providence College and how it prepared him for elite competition.
- The insane running calendar David had and the challenges he faced with injuries and his journey back, including stress fractures and setbacks.
- David's transition from athlete to coach, including his coaching philosophy and experiences.
- The differences between paced and championship racing and the strategies involved.
- David's experience pacing the elite women in the Dublin Marathon last year and the importance of reading the course and athletes.
- Insights into the importance of freshness in training, consistency, and the difference between overtraining and proper preparation.
- The benefits of treadmill training for controlled environment workouts.
- The value of coaching, especially at the beginning stages of training and finding the right "cocktail" of runs
- Tips for those running the Dublin Marathon, including focusing on fueling, understanding the course, and enjoying the experience.
For coaching with David, DM him through his Instagram: @davidmccarthy_88
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