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Friday Nov 26, 2021
Friday Nov 26, 2021
Once again we have the pleasure of Noel Hanna on the podcast, some of you will remember Noel from episode #51 where we unpack his adventure on the 135 mile Bad Water race across death valley, and his succesful summit of K2 the Savage Mountain amongst other crazy endurance accompishments.
In this episode we discuss his recent winter attempt on K2 where the team of Sherpa's historically made the first summit of the savage mountain, we also unpack his 10th summit on Everest which was an amazing achievement and one that not many world explorers carry on their CV.
Great to have Noel back on the podcast, he's local to the Mourne Mountains where I spend most of my time these days.
If your interested in speding a guided hike in the Mournes with myself please check out the attached facebook page and contact me via messenger.
Mourne Mountain Adventures Link
https://www.facebook.com/groups/MourneMountainHikes
Seven Sisters Skyline Link (promo code Inspire10)
Seven Sisters Skyline 2022 (njuko.net)
Tuesday Sep 07, 2021
Tuesday Sep 07, 2021
It's hard to know where to begin with Liz Canty, an immense rugby player who changed direction and ended up on rat jaw, what more can be said....
Liz really hasn't held back in any way or form, starting on the road and moving to the trails she has gone from strength to strength racing numerous 50k to 100 mile races and although realtively new to the sport she has already raced in some of trail runnings most iconic events such as Western State, The Barkley, CCC, and has had early success on races such as the Barkley Falls Classic the list goes on and on so just click the link below and check out her Ultrasign up list....
Here is link to the registration of the Seven Sisters for those interested in a 55k Classic across the Mountains of Donegal.
Seven Sisters Skyline 15th May 2022
Saturday Aug 28, 2021
Saturday Aug 28, 2021
Epic episode with Irish Backyard record holder Keith Russell who ran an amazing 63 loops back in May during the Atlas Running event in N.Ireland. Last week he competed in the 100k Anglo Celtic Plate gracing his first Irish International vest which was a very proud moment for the relatively new ultra runner.
In this episode we break down how to isolate your weaknesses and focus on those areas that can pull you out of a long endurance event such as Last one Standing, Mindset, Strength & Conditioning, Nutrition, Weaknesses, the holisitic approach to a successful performance.
Keith hasn’t been long in the sport and had a very touching introduction so if you haven’t heard Keith and Alana’s story make sure you check out episode #115.
Friday Aug 20, 2021
Friday Aug 20, 2021
Vajin won the NZ Kepler challenge 3 consecutive years in a row and has achieved a 17:50 in the Western State, he has numerous running acalades but his mindset in running and life in general is what makes Vajin such an interesting person to listen to.
Sunday Aug 15, 2021
Sunday Aug 15, 2021
We have a very interesting guest this week, Dr. Rebecca Robinson. Sports and Exercise Medical Consultant who has represented GB in the marathon distance gracing a 2hr 36min pb, along with a 33min 09sec 10k, she is also an absolutely awesome mountain runner winning team gold with GB in 2015.
In this episode we unpack RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) the effects it can have on the body, the signs, and the preventative actions you can take to be more aware of the condition to ensure you reach your optimal energy level when needed the most.
Clinic link for CHHP REDS clinic with Rebecca.
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Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
I can’t believe we have been absent for almost four months I'd just like to thank everyone for their continued support, and who better to start off with than fellow club mate Slieve Gullion Runners Paddy Hamilton who at his first attempt in the world of ultra smashed the field to take first place in the 100km Race to the Stones.
Paddy is more commonly seen pushing the front in 5ks and 10ks, and he took on the race to the stones to gain some valuable learning for his up and coming Marathon Des Sables.
Crossing the line in first place in his first Ultra race demonstrates how much potential Paddy has and I look forward to seeing what the future has in store for Paddy as continues down the path of pain in the world of ultra running.
Paddy is running the MDS to raise much need funds for the hospice, if you’d like to support Paddy why not click on the link in the show notes and give a small donation I’m sure all donations will be greatly received.
Donation Link - Idonate.ie/TeamMorganRun
Race to the Stones Paddy's Short Film - https://youtu.be/J8aSd5N7XYA
Mourne Mountain Adventures Link - (11) Mourne Mountain Adventures | Facebook
Insta Link - www.instagram.com/mourne.mountain.adventures
Tuesday Jun 01, 2021
Tuesday Jun 01, 2021
It's been a while since I've released an episode, the joys of setting up a new business however no better place to start of again than the Barkley Marathon.
Karen McNeany gained her entry into the Barkley by being the first lady across the line in the Barkley Classic however that didn't stop Laz giving her race number one the human sacrifice, her partner Chris Hanlon also got into the race and strangely enough they both met during the classic so there is love out on the trails even in most grulesome races.
Hope you enjoy listening to our latest Barkley Episode, epic!!
Friday Apr 09, 2021
Friday Apr 09, 2021
Short intro to this weeks guest Gary House from the run strong club, an ultra runner himself signing up for races such as UTMBS TDS and The Dragon's Back he has earned himslef an indepth knowledge on coaching techniques which he shares through the club.
Check him out on Instagram if you want to be entertained, or if your interested in being coached by Gary check out his website on the link below.
www.therunstrongclub.com
Monday Mar 22, 2021
Monday Mar 22, 2021
George is very talented Mountain Runner who focuses on shorter sharper mountain races, however last October during the nations lock down he took on the Bob Graham round and beat Billy Bland's time which had previously stood for 36 years prior to Killian Jornet breaking it.
At 13hrs 44min it hit the running community with a wave of amazement and truly out George on the radar, George has raced some of the most iconic races in the world such as the Sierre Zinal and Pike's Peak so as George had done quite a few interviews on his Bob Graham round I tried to unpack the journey that George had taken which has resulted in his latets performace.
Hope you enjoy, and why not pick up a copy of Moire O'Sullivan's latest book about the calling of the Mountains....
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Mourne Mountain Adventures where the adventure begins...
Monday Mar 08, 2021
Monday Mar 08, 2021
We have one of if not the best coach that I have had the pleasure of talking to Martin Cox from Vo2 Max Coaching, he is a world class athlete who has been on the top flight in mountain running for numerous years.
He has rubbed shoulders with some of the best coaches the world has ever seen which along with his own experience in racing is where he learned his skill, his passion for the sport and the athlete’s he coaches shines through in this episode, he is an amazingly interesting guy and there is no doubt in my mind that he could significantly my performance as an athlete.
1984 – Starts running at 10 years old. First competitive road race in 1984, age 14. It was the Huncote Half Marathon, Leicester.
1987 – Began training under Paul Blissett at Leicester Coritanians, coach to distance running legends Craig Mochrie and Phil Makepeace.
1996 – First international vest, 4th place in the Inter-Counties XC, and a debut half-marathon of 64 minutes in Bristol.
1997 – First competitive mountain race, Mt Roy in Wanaka, New Zealand.
1998 – Moved to Chamonix to train and race full-time in the Alps.
1999 – Completed first track-racing season working with renowned distance running coach Arthur Lydiard.
2002 – Wins second World Cup. Finishes 3rd at Sierre-Zinal and 4th in the World Mountain Running Championships.
2003 – First mountain marathon – Graubuenden in Lenzerheide, Switzerland.
2005 – First ultra-marathon – The Kepler in Te Anau, New Zealand.
2008 – A career highlight – second place in the Jungfrau Marathon.
2009 – Branching out into the Extreme Sport of Snowshoe Racing.
2010 – First year as a veteran. Wins Inter-counties Fell Running Championships and runs first road marathon in 2 hrs 27 minutes.
2013 – Completes a number of ultras, including the Swiss Alpine Marathon and The Himalayan 100.
2019 – Aged 50. New races on the road and in the mountains, including the Comrades Marathon and Subida Pico Valeta.
https://www.vo2maxcoaching.com/
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