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.
New episodes drop every Monday, and you can check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anygivenrundaypodcast/
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Any Given Runday
#238 Rachel Conway: Online Marathon Coach, Running Psychology, Women in Running and More
In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Rachel Conway (@rc_running_coach on Instagram), an online marathon coach with a BSc in Psychology and a Masters in Clinical Psychology.
Rachel shares her first marathon experience, detailing the physical and mental challenges she faced, including a partially torn Achilles. We also touch on broader issues such as the underrepresentation of women in marathon running, the psychological benefits of running and balancing athletic training with pregnancy. Rachel emphasises the importance of self-awareness, realistic goal-setting, and maintaining a healthy relationship with running tools like Strava.
10:30 Rachel's Early Sports Background
12:04 Discovering Running During COVID
14:38 First Marathon Experience
17:40 Mental Challenges and Strategies
30:59 Balancing Training and Recovery
36:09 The Struggle of Driven Individuals
37:12 Balancing Training and Pregnancy
40:08 The Gender Gap in Marathon Running
49:27 Psychological Benefits of Running
62:50 The Importance of Self-Reflection
67:57 Authenticity on Social Media
Be sure to check out Rachel's Instagram page for running tips and how to have her as your marathon coach
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