The Inspirational Runner Podcast

Podcast #17 The Coach’s Corner Gary O'Hanlon Irish National Champion 2:18:52 Marathon Age 43

He crossed the finish line in Dublin Marathon with a new pb time of 2:18:52 to become the Irish National Champion, and at the age of 43 he broke the record for the fastest marathon time recorded for an Irish runner over the age of 40. In this episode Gary relives the race and takes us through his methods of structuring a marathon training plan.

Podcast #16 Robbie Marsh on what it takes to go from not being able to run or swim to competing an Iron distance Triathlon, predict your future through goal setting.

This podcast wasn't intentional or planned but it does give you an insight into goal setting at a basic level so I've decided to post it , I will look at doing something with a bit more structure in the near the future until then enjoy listening to this 20 min chat between friends and then write one thing down and just do it!

Podcast#15 Ultra Marathoner Barry McCarroll talks us through what it’s like to run 105 miles in the Donegal quads and still maintain quality times through all other distances

Barry McCarroll talks us through what it’s like to run 105 miles in the Donegal quads and still maintain quality times through all other distances he has a remarkable pb profile 5k 17min, 10k 36min, Half 1hr 18min, full marathon 2hr 51min. He just recently completed 100 miles in 21hr 15min during the energia event in Belfast and he shows us that he has an infectious love of the sport and the community that surrounds it.

Podcast #14 Darren Hamilton and The Hansons Marathon Method

In this episode Darren Hamilton talks how The Hansons Marathon Method takes his time from 3:45 to 2:55, he also talks us through how he managed to completed 6 marathons in 6 Countries in 6 days a very engaging and exciting listen.

The episode was recorded out side a sunny Costa cafe which couldn't be helped but I found the podcasting engaging enough not to be distracted by the interfernace noise.

Podcast #13 Eamon Murphy travelled to South Africa to battle one of the most Iconic Ultra Marathons in the World 'The Comrades'

From Warrenpoint to South Africa, local Runner Eamon Murphy talks about what it is like to take on the The Comrades Ultra marathon one of the oldest long distance races in the world. 

Podcast #12 Born2Run How to Turn a Simple Idea Into an Award Winning Race Series

What a great double episode with the Born2Run team Carol, Jane & Gerard so many of us are held back in life, afraid to pursue our passion as we believe the perceived risk is to great. This is one team that grabbed their ideas with two hands and literally took off running, by doing so they have created a unique running platform that has helped so many people in so many different ways, amazing energy, I'm glad to be part of their journey.

Podcast #10 The Coach's Corner Oliver Harkin and Heart Rate Training

Coach's Corner Heart Rate Training - Oliver Harkin has competed in Ironman at the highest stage in Kona, in this episode he talks about how he uses heart rate training to finish the Ironman marathon in 3:24 after swimming 2.4 miles and cycling 112 miles on a tough course in Wales.

Podcast #9 Jon Ward (Wardy) Joins the 100 Marathon club on his way to running 214 miles across Scotland

How would you like to rip up the rule books and smash every race you enter, well that's exactly what Jon Ward has done and he keeps on going. An amazing show of mental strength and a great advocate for mind of matter, I'm sure he will continue to go from strength to strength as he continues to challenge his own limits and sets new horizons for those that he comes in contact with.

Podcast #7 Barbara Fleming Ovens World Major Marathon Ambassador

It wasn't that long ago that she ran her first marathon, since then she has completed all of the World Major Marathons, 18 in total including 26.2 miles across the Polar Circle and on path to complete 20 before her 50th birthday.

I think this woman would be the first to run a marathon on Mars if registration opened, a neighbour and close friend the one and only Barbara Fleming Ovens more commonly known as Babs :)

Babs loves to leave her foot prints where no other has walked.....

Podcast #8 Linda Cunningham Joins the 100 Marathon Club

What an amazing woman, she has over come adversity and completed her 100th marathon dressed as Batwomen. Some one forgot to mention that she has also ticked off most of the Ultra's in Northern Ireland including the 84K of the Mourne Way and completed the Donegal Quads in fashion, I can't help feeling that I'm going to be hearing more from Linda her love for running is infectious!!