Any Given Runday
Weekly Fitness Podcast hosted by Seán & Eric where endurance, fitness and laughter meet.
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Any Given Runday
#287 Rob Dwyer: From Hurling to Ironman World Championships, REDs and more
In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Rob Dwyer (@rob__dwyer on Instagram) shares his journey from hurling to triathlon, detailing his experiences in various competitions, including Ironman Wales and the Triathlon World Championships. He discusses the challenges he faced, particularly in swimming, and the importance of coaching and proper nutrition. Rob also opens up about his health struggles, including hemochromatosis and the impact of relative energy deficiency syndrome (RED-S) on his training. As he looks to the future, Rob emphasises the importance of recovery and setting goals in his athletic journey.
13:30 Introduction to Rob Dwyer and His Journey
15:44 Transition from Hurling to Triathlon
19:46 The First Triathlon Experience
22:16 The Lifestyle of Triathlon
23:41 Swimming Challenges and Flowstate Swimming
25:08 Preparing for the Ironman in Wales
26:56 Cycling Strategy and Execution
29:49 Running the Marathon After the Bike
32:28 Reflections on the Ironman Experience
33:19 The Transition from Cycling to Running
34:39 Mental Preparation for the Marathon
35:40 The Ironman Experience: Grit and Determination
38:09 Post-Ironman Reflections and Next Steps
39:17 Competing at the World Championships
41:58 The Reality of Competing with Elite Athletes
43:10 Understanding RED-S and Its Impact
48:30 Nutrition and Recovery Strategies
55:28 Mindset During Competition and Recovery
60:14 Future Plans and Goals in Triathlon
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